Plotting Oriented Objects in 3D

RockWorks | Utilities | 3-D | Oriented Samples

This program reads location, bearing, and inclination data from the RockWorks datasheet and draws 3-dimensional arrows at those locations for display in RockPlot3D. Use this to display fossils, archeological items or other oriented items in 3D space.

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Step-by-Step Summary


  1. Access the RockWorks Datasheet program tab.
  2. Open a data file that contains a listing of the XYZ coordinates for the objects, and their orientation and bearing.
  3. Select the Utilities | 3-D | Oriented Samples menu option.
  4. Enter the requested menu settings, listed above.
  5. Click the Process button to continue.

    The program will read the indicated coordinates and create a 3D diagram that displays their placement using the indicated size, color, and direction. The completed diagram will be displayed in a RockPlot3D tab in the Options window.

  6. You can adjust any of the options along the left (colors, length, etc) and click the Process button to regenerate the 3D image.
  7. View / save / manipulate / print / export the image in the RockPlot3D window.

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