Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Digital Grid and Aura
What is Digital Grid?
Digital Grid is a tool that allows you to extract poles, primary conductors, secondary wires, service drops, crossarms, guy wires, and down guys from LiDAR data. Each asset is automatically vectorized with accurate 3D geometry fitted directly to your point cloud data
Does my point cloud need classifications?
No. And in fact the algorithm doesn't even take classifications into consideration. It's all about the geometry of the point cloud. However, classifications make the analysis features more accurate as you can specify which classifications to include in the analysis or targets. For example, you can run a Vegetation Analysis from wires to vegation classes 3, 4, and 5. Without classifications, there would be many more false positives.
How can I request a new feature?
We're always looking for new features to add. The easiest way is to start a new support post in Discord. You can always email us at hello@quantiscan.io as well, but Discord is the fastest way to get a response.
What file formats can I export to?
Digital Grid exports engineering-ready models to DXF, shapefile, GeoJSON, and KML formats. These exports are ready for immediate use in CAD design workflows, GIS asset management systems, and engineering analysis tools.
Do I need special hardware to run Digital Grid?
No. Aura runs on standard consumer hardware — a typical laptop is all you need. Our efficient algorithms handle massive point clouds without requiring specialized equipment, high-end servers, or expensive cloud compute resources.
Does my data leave my computer?
The point cloud data is yours, and we never see it. However, digital grid files are stored in a cloud database for convenience. This allows you to access these anywhere in the world, not just locally. If this is an issue, let us know and we can explore fully local options.
How come this is free?
Our plan is to provide as much value for free as we can. At some point, we want to monetize capabilities beyond what Aura does today. But until we figure out what that is, then we want to give it away to the world for free.