VisionPlus v35 is Geo-Plus’s professional land surveying and civil engineering software suite, designed for surveyors, engineers, and geospatial professionals. This version emphasizes enhanced data management, improved integration with CAD platforms, and workflow automation for handling survey projects, point clouds, and terrain modeling. It builds on v34 by introducing better database handling, refined import/export capabilities, and precision tools for calculations and annotations. Released around early 2025, v35 aligns with modern hardware and software standards, focusing on accuracy, efficiency, and seamless transitions from legacy systems.
Official release notes are hosted on Geo-Plus’s documentation portal (login may be required for full access), but key updates are summarized below based on available announcements and changelogs. This release supports industries like construction, infrastructure, and urban planning, integrating with tools like MicroStation, AutoCAD, BricsCAD, and Civil 3D.
Key New Features and Enhancements in VisionPlus v35
v35 introduces targeted improvements in data import, calculation accuracy, and user interface usability. Below is a table outlining the major updates, categorized for clarity.
| Area/Feature | Description | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Database Management | End of support for MDB databases as the primary project format; automatic prompts to convert existing MDB projects to SQLite during opening. Includes safeguards for data integrity during migration. | Simplifies modern data handling, reduces legacy overhead, and improves performance for large projects. Postponed full enforcement to v36 for user acclimation. |
| Point Import & Groups | Groups of points from imported LandXML files are now accessible via the “Groups of Points” function. Enhanced validation table for comparing imported points against existing database entries using criteria like coordinates and attributes. | Streamlines integration of external data sources, reducing manual grouping and validation time. |
| Calculation & Scaling | Improved combined scale factor calculation, now accounting for Geoid undulation for more precise geospatial adjustments. | Enhances accuracy in elevation and projection tasks, critical for terrain and boundary surveys. |
| Plot & Annotation Tools | New Plot Manager for AutoCAD/BricsCAD users with movable/savable plot element positions to avoid repositioning during redraws. Support for English control codes (DIST, RECT, PC, PT) in annotations. | Boosts productivity in drawing workflows; legacy Plot Manager retained temporarily (removed in v36). |
| Font & CAD Integration | Corrected font management in MicroStation to align with VisionPlus configurations when “use VisionPlus drawing parameters” is enabled. | Ensures consistent visual output across platforms, minimizing formatting issues in deliverables. |
| Help & Documentation | Integrated online help accessible via F1 key within functions; ongoing updates to all documentation. | Improves user experience with contextual support, reducing training time. |
| Building & Geometry Tools | Copy geometry and descriptions from existing buildings to new ones in project designs. | Accelerates repetitive design tasks in civil engineering projects. |
| Data Directory Management | In “By Project” mode, specify custom directories for “terrain” data; default paths for ASCII and Notebook imports. | Organizes large datasets more intuitively, speeding up file access. |
