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Save surface boundary

You can use this function to create a string around the external limits of a DTM. The sides of all of the triangles that are on the perimeter of the DTM are joined together to form a closed string.

To run this function: Choose Surfaces > DTM file functions > Save surface boundary, or...

  • In the Function Chooser, type DTM BOUNDARY, and press ENTER.

Fields on the Create boundary string of a DTM form

Field Description
Define the DTM
Location The location of the DTM around which you want to create a boundary string.
Object ID The number of the object of the DTM around which you want to create a boundary string.
Trisolation ID The number of the trisolation of the object around which you want to create a boundary string.
Define file to create
Location The name and location of the string that will contain the boundary string.
String number The number for the boundary string.

Output

A closed string is created at the external limits of the DTM.