Land surveying is important for many businesses, from building and infrastructure growth to protecting the environment and planning cities. In the past, surveyors used hand-held tools and repetitive measures to learn about land and its traits. However, laser scanning technology has changed the field with 3D land survey in many ways for the better.
From an article in Mass News by Alex.
1. Detecting Changes with Unprecedented Precision
One of the best things about using 3D laser scanning for land mapping is that it can accurately find environmental changes. This technology collects millions of data points in seconds, making a very accurate 3D model of the scanned area. With this amount of precision, even small environmental changes can be seen over time. 3D laser scanning is a reliable and accurate way to find changes, whether caused by the loss of beaches, the effects of building projects, or the growth of plants.
2. Event Mapping and Documentation
3D laser scanning is a useful tool for making maps and keeping records of events. It can be used to write down exact information about a place before and after big things happen there, like natural disasters, accidents, or historical digs. Experts can determine how much damage or change occurred by comparing the scan data before and after the event. This information is very helpful for responding to disasters, making insurance claims, and preserving history.
3. Surveying Hazardous Environments Safely
Many land measuring jobs take place in places that could be dangerous, like building sites, industrial facilities, or areas where the ground is unsteady. With 3D laser scans, surveyors can gather information from a safe distance, so they don’t have to go into dangerous places. This makes surveys much safer and lowers the chance of an accident. Also, the data can be used to plan and evaluate safety steps in these kinds of places better.
4. Creating Building Information Models (BIM)
3D laser scanning is a key tool for building and architecture businesses to make Building Information Models (BIM). BIMs are accurate computer models of buildings and structures that can be used to plan, build, and maintain them. Laser scanning makes it easy to quickly and accurately record current buildings and scenery, which can be used as the basis for BIM development. This speeds up the planning and building process, reduces mistakes, and makes the job more efficient.
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