3D Scanning and Modelling
In accordance with our philosophy of employment of latest technology, LandScope continues to develop its 3D laser scanning survey services.
As with all survey instrumentation, the critical success factor is a thorough understanding of application, economy of accuracy and quality of deliverable. In addition to laser scanning being adopted into traditional survey workflows – bringing with it significant increases in efficiency – LandScope has also deployed the technology to a vast array of modelling applications including video gaming development, vintage car reverse engineering and down-hole modelling. We have invested seven years of laser scanning experience into developing rapid and efficient methodology in extracting data from point cloud datasets, thus ensuring the most effective use of the technology.
Without the need to create detailed time consuming and expensive 3D CAD models, the surveyor or end-user has the capability to extract vector distances, create 2D plans or elevations or cross sections directly from the measurement domain, which in this case is a point cloud. With scan rates in the millions of points per second, field acquisition times are greatly reduced and the inevitable redundancy of data aspect provides an additional level of quality control, not possible with traditional survey instrumentation.
Point cloud datasets can be readily viewed without needing to install supplementary software. By utilising Faro Webshare or Leica TruView it is possible to view, measure and mark up point cloud datasets from within your internet browser. This data can be shared around the world via the internet allowing to create, save and share mark-ups with your peers and colleagues. Please visit our Sharing Point Cloud Data page for further information.
LandScope’s 3D scanning and modelling services – which can also incorporate both Mobile LiDAR and Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) as well as terrestrial laser scanners – can be applied to a number of different areas and industries:
- Buildings and Structures – BIM
- Civil Engineering
- Plant and Machinery
- Transport and Utilities
- Media and Gaming
- History and Heritage
- Underwater – for example, Bridge Survey and Inspection
