Importing topographic drawing to 3d max

[vaXn8d]

Forgive my ignorance, but how is topology data stored in AutoCAD? I'm assuming you're referring to splines like a topographical map? If so, there used to be a terrain generator in max that would use elevated splines to make terrain. I would assume it's still in max, but I haven't used it since max 3 :shrug:

[Syndicate]

Export as dwg or dxf.. might have to tweak some settings. If the topology data is in the forms of splines in autocad, then the terrain function in max should work well. Just remember to weld vertices together otherwise you might get strange effects.

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