Cerro Torre

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The digital terrain was constructed using highly accurate SRTM data obtained from the Space Shuttle, resulting in a vast landscape of approximately 1 million polygons with precise definition. This elaborate 3D model was created through a newly developed version of SRTM2STL, which had not been previously released to the public. Although some minor discrepancies between this digital replica and actual mountain terrain may persist, its visual appeal remains remarkable. The original code used to generate these files at an even higher resolution of 3 arcseconds is available for free on github under the liberal terms of the GNU license. To access it, users can visit github and search for SRTM2STL, obtaining a wealth of detailed instructions on how to successfully employ this technology. Considering the challenges posed by printing large relief maps using PLA material, which tends to warp, it may be beneficial to reduce the scale before attempting to create such models. By experimenting with smaller prints or exploring methods to manage warping, users may increase their chances of producing impressive large-scale 3D maps that accurately represent terrain details.