Process

Site reconnaisance for project planning is the critical first step. Once we have planned and set out control points, we are ready to begin scanning.

 

Based on project objectives and tolerances and the reflectivity of the object or site structures, we position the scanner strategically to capture the data we need. Often we will scan from different perspectives.

 

From the scanner, a laser beam is sent out and reflected back from every visible surface. The 3D coordinates of each point are captured by the on-board computer. We monitor the data collection in real time to evaluate the quality and completeness of the data.

We complete as many scans as necessary to satisfy the project objectives. The individual scans are merged to create a single point cloud that is truly 3D.

Using the scan data, we can produce 2D and 3D drawings, calculate dimensions, and prepare models of surfaces and structures. Some end-users have chosen to access the raw data directly using free or low-cost software.