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The Integration of 3D Survey Technologies for an Accurate Reality-Based Representation: From Data Acquisition to BIM Modeling

The Integration of 3D Survey Technologies for an Accurate Reality-Based Representation: From Data Acquisition to BIM Modeling
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Author(s): Cecilia Maria Bolognesi (Politecnico of Milano, Italy)and Fausta Fiorillo (Politecnico of Milano, Italy)
Copyright: 2023
Pages: 25
Source title: Research Anthology on BIM and Digital Twins in Smart Cities
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Information Resources Management Association (USA)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-6684-7548-5.ch009

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Abstract

The integration of close-range photogrammetry and terrestrial laser scanner enables reality-based modeling procedures that can help BIM modeling for existing buildings. The restitution of virtual models from high-resolution surveys is a complex process that requires much expertise. It incorporates concepts of resolution, accuracy, and precision in the acquisition phase; filtering, registration, and decimation for point cloud elaboration; and meshing, texturing, simplification, segmentation, and feature extraction in the final modeling stage. The previous steps are the same whether the ultimate goal is a classic 2D representation or a 3D one. For BIM modeling, the job becomes challenging because the necessary simplification of the model cannot be automatized and apparently collides with the high resolution and fidelity of original surveyed data. This chapter presents the process of surveying and 3D modeling of the Ghesc village, following the whole path from data acquisition to BIM modeling, discussing strengths and weakness, issues, and recent solutions for restoration interventions.

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