Autodesk, Ambercore & Point Clouds

Autodesk, Inc. has signed an agreement with Ambercore Software to license its point cloud technology and incorporate it into future releases of Autodesk software.

Point clouds are extremely large data files usually created through the use of laser scanning, high definition surveying, or LIDAR (Light Detection and Ranging). They provide a more accurate representation of existing conditions whether of a terrain surface or urban center, a roadway or bridge, or the interior/exterior of a building.

AEC customers will experience the power of Building Information Modeling (BIM) earlier in the project lifecycle. By providing the capability to incorporate highly accurate LIDAR data into the design process, we will provide a foundation for creating more accurate designs faster. This will be particularly beneficial to our civil engineering customers involved in road and highway design.

http://www.ambercore.com/Press_Release_Autodesk_Licensing_Agreement.php

How to make Connection String!

Let's make 'Connection String' in a simple way. [I dont know any other though]. This is powerful method too. Different databases can be connected using this connection string [Oracle, Microsoft Access or ODBC connection]. Standard procedure:

1. create a file with UDL extension say 'test.udl'.

2. Double click and see the magic. Dialog box opens and one can select Provider of ones choice.

3. Go to Connection Tab and select desired database.

4. Test the Connection String.

Another good tip: open the 'test.udl' file in either notepad or wordpad connection string content are visible. Content can be copied & pasted at required place effectively.

Enjoy making connection string.