Renderings and Point Clouds

The last couple of months have provided some new challenges and deliverables. Two projects have required us utilising high accuracy scanners to generate highly accurate and dense point clouds to meet project requirements.

One of these projects was 2km of rail line requiring high accuracy modelling of the rail components and furniture throughout the site. Safety was the key here and in only a couple of days the full corridor was captured with little disruption to normal rail traffic, with all staff and equipment being kept clear of danger areas.

The next project involved the full capture of an internal chamber of a dam. The large chamber consisted of a hinged ceiling which formed the gate for the dam. Full internal dimensions as well as hinge and pin details were required for upgrade works. Access was gained through a deep shaft within the dam which proved an exciting experience.

Once in the confined environment scanning was completed in a matter of hours and a full model was captured even with poor lighting and scaffolding in place.

The next project allowed for the full visualisation capabilities of the scanner to a realised. A proposed waterfront development with cliffs surrounding the site required a detailed model of the cliff face to allow for planning and detail design. Scanning provided a comprehensive model of the wall and with high resolution imagery draped over the surface it was possible to visualise the wall and various rock structures. This visual component has allowed engineers and designers to design on a realistic model of the site allowing for full realisation of the proposed design before construction, which has also helped in council and public approval of the design. Corrected orthophotos were also provided to allow for to scale paper plans to be made.