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Re: Exporting 3D models
Thank you Eli for the response. If you need a tester for prints please feel free to reach out. I have been 3D printing for close to a decade now and would be happy to help out.
There are 3D models that are great for teaching already, some for mineralogy and general Earth structure. I teach mapping and structural geology as well so I have Rule of V's models, apparent dip models and fold models printed. Again to compliment what I have students do with Visible Geology. It's nice because you really only need to print one model versus a class set with Visible Geology doing most of the heavy lifting.
Re: 3D printing geological models tips and tricks
We've been printing models for a while now. My only suggestion for a shape like this is to perhaps rotate it on it's side so that it is printed flat(ish). Sometimes when you are printing a skinny thing like this on it's vertical axis, as you are holding it, as you get higher up the print it starts to go a bit squirrelly.
Also, vertical and horizontal supports can be useful to add to the print so that large veins to break off.
Nothing beats a great 3D print though. So nice for stakeholders to touch the deposit in the board room.
Re: How do I get the estimated block model grade on my planned drilling via. the drilling prognoses tool
Re: measurement conventions structural geology
Dip direction is the easiest way to handle data. I can't believe the older version was better, the online version also permitted paste data which was very useful, now it is basically useless for real processing of data.
Looking for Guidance on Leapfrog Geo Optimization for Big Geological Models
Hello Everyone,
I’ve been working on a project that involves building a large-scale geological model using Leapfrog Geo, and I’m running into some challenges. I’m reaching out to tap into the collective expertise here and hopefully gain some insights or tips.
My model incorporates multiple data sources, including extensive drillhole datasets, geophysical surveys, and some historical geological mapping. As the model grows in complexity, I’ve noticed the following issues:
- Performance Slows Down: Operations like updating the geological surfaces or modifying parameters take significantly longer.
- Visualization Lag: Rendering the model in 3D becomes slower, making it harder to navigate and analyze.
- Data Management: Keeping all the input data well-organized and linked correctly is becoming cumbersome.
Here are a few specific questions I’m hoping the community can help me with:
- Are there any best practices for managing performance in large models? For example, would splitting the project into smaller segments and combining them later help?
- What are the most effective techniques for managing and cleaning large datasets before importing them into Leapfrog?
- Are there specific hardware configurations or system settings that can help improve the software's responsiveness for large-scale modeling?
I’ve already tried optimizing my drillhole intervals and reducing the resolution of some geophysical grids, which helped slightly, but I’d love to hear what others have done in similar situations.
If anyone has faced similar challenges or has tips to share, I’d greatly appreciate your insights! I’m happy to provide more details about my workflow or project specifics if that helps.
Thank you in advance for your time and expertise!