scholarly journals An Alternative Method for Long-Term Monitoring of Thai Historic Pagodas Based on Terrestrial Laser Scanning Data: A Case Study of Wat Krachee in Ayutthaya

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-17
Author(s):  
Peerasit Mahasuwanchai ◽  
Chainarong Athisakul ◽  
Phasu Sairuamyat ◽  
Weerachart Tangchirapat ◽  
Sutat Leelataviwat ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Point Cloud ◽  
Laser Scanning ◽  
Laser Scanner ◽  
Terrestrial Laser Scanning ◽  
Point Cloud Data ◽  
Cloud Data ◽  
Long Term Monitoring ◽  
Term Monitoring

This article presents an alternative method for the long-term monitoring of heritage pagodas in Thailand. In this method, terrestrial laser scanning (TLS) is used in combination with permanent survey markers. The Wat (temple) Krachee in the Ayutthaya Province of Thailand was chosen as a case study. This temple has several fantastic elements, including an inverted bell-shaped pagoda, two intertwined trees growing within it, and a chamber inside the pagoda. The preservation team working on the pagoda encountered a challenging problem and faced a decision to trim or not to trim the tree since it has a long-term effect on the pagoda’s structural stability. A high-accuracy terrestrial laser scanner was used to collect three-dimensional point cloud data. Permanent survey markers were constructed in 2018 to be used in long-term monitoring. The 3D surveying of the temple and the monitoring of the pagoda were carried out in five sessions during a period ending in 2020. A point cloud data analysis was performed to obtain the current dimensions, a displacement analysis, and the pagoda leaning angle. The results revealed that the terrestrial laser scanner is a high-performance piece of equipment offering efficient evaluation and long-term monitoring. However, in this study, permanent survey markers were also required as a benchmark for constraining each monitoring session. The 3D point cloud models could be matched with the assumption model elements to evaluate the damaged shape and to determine the original form. The significant elements of an inverted bell-shaped pagoda were investigated. Trimming the tree was found to cause the leaning angle of the pagoda to decrease. An equation was developed for predicting the leaning angle of the Wat Krachee pagoda for preservation and restoration planning in the future. From the results of this study, it is recommended that periodic monitoring should continue in order to preserve Thai pagodas in their original forms.

Design of Light-Small Mobile 3D Laser Measurement System

2013 ◽  
Vol 405-408 ◽  
pp. 3032-3036
Author(s):  
Yi Bo Sun ◽  
Xin Qi Zheng ◽  
Zong Ren Jia ◽  
Gang Ai
Keyword(s):  
Point Cloud ◽  
Laser Scanning ◽  
Laser Scanner ◽  
Digital Camera ◽  
Scanning System ◽  
Point Cloud Data ◽  
3D Laser Scanning ◽  
Large Area ◽  
Cloud Data ◽  
Laser Scanning System

At present, most of the commercial 3D laser scanning measurement systems do work for a large area and a big scene, but few shows their advantage in the small area or small scene. In order to solve this shortage, we design a light-small mobile 3D laser scanning system, which integrates GPS, INS, laser scanner and digital camera and other sensors, to generate the Point Cloud data of the target through data filtering and fusion. This system can be mounted on airborne or terrestrial small mobile platform and enables to achieve the goal of getting Point Cloud data rapidly and reconstructing the real 3D model. Compared to the existing mobile 3D laser scanning system, the system we designed has high precision but lower cost, smaller hardware and more flexible.

scholarly journals Intelligent crack extraction based on terrestrial laser scanning measurement

2020 ◽  
Vol 53 (3-4) ◽  
pp. 416-426 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hao Yang ◽  
Xiangyang Xu
Keyword(s):  
Point Cloud ◽  
Laser Scanning ◽  
Terrestrial Laser Scanning ◽  
Point Cloud Data ◽  
Time Cost ◽  
Visual Examination ◽  
Average Width ◽  
Cloud Data ◽  
Novel Method

The hazards of cracks, which could badly decrease reliability and safety of structures, are receiving increasing attention with the popularity of tunnel constructions. Traditional crack inspection relies on visual examination, which is time-, cost- and labor-intensive. Therefore, how to identify and measure cracks intelligently is significantly essential. The paper focuses on the Canny method to extract cracks of tunnel structures by the intensity value of reflectivity. We propose and investigate a novel method which combines dilation and the Canny algorithm to identify and extract the cracks automatically and intelligently based on the point cloud data of terrestrial laser scanning measurement. In order for measurement of cracks, the projection of summed edge pixels is adopted, where a synthesis is carried out on the detection results with all sampling parameters. Based on the synthesized image, vertical crack presents two sharp peaks where the space of the peaks indicates the average width of the crack, as well as its position. The advantage of the method is that it does not require determination of Canny detector parameters. The deviation between manual measurement and Canny detection is 2.92%.

Research on Earthwork Calculating Methods Based on 3D Laser Scanning Technology

2012 ◽  
Vol 204-208 ◽  
pp. 618-621
Author(s):  
Bao Xing Zhou ◽  
Jian Ping Yue ◽  
Jin Li
Keyword(s):  
Point Cloud ◽  
Laser Scanning ◽  
Laser Scanner ◽  
Accuracy Evaluation ◽  
Point Cloud Data ◽  
3D Laser Scanning ◽  
Cloud Data ◽  
Calculating Method ◽  
Validation Experiment ◽  
High Resolution Reconstruction

Terrestrial laser scanner (TLS) can provide the measurement of a large number of physical points distributed on the observed surface. A fast earthwork calculating method is proposed based on the redundant number of acquired points, which leads to a very accurate and high resolution reconstruction of the observed surfaces. This paper describes the three main steps of the method, namely the acquisition of the earthwork data based on TLS, the pre-processing of point cloud data, the earthwork calculation and accuracy evaluation based on point cloud data. Furthermore, it illustrates the performance of the proposed method with a validation experiment.

scholarly journals Reality Capture of Buildings Using 3D Laser Scanners

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Avar Almukhtar ◽  
Henry Abanda ◽  
Zaid O. Saeed ◽  
Joseph H.M. Tah
Keyword(s):  
Point Cloud ◽  
Laser Scanning ◽  
Construction Project ◽  
Laser Scanner ◽  
Data File ◽  
Point Cloud Data ◽  
Cloud Data ◽  
Laser Scanners ◽  
Project Data

The urgent need to improve performance in the construction industry has led to the adoption of many innovative technologies. 3D laser scanners are amongst the leading technologies being used to capture and process assets or construction project data for use in various applications. Due to its nascent nature, many questions are still unanswered about 3D laser scanning, which in turn contribute to the slow adaptation of the technology. Some of these include the role of 3D laser scanners in capturing and processing raw construction project data. How accurate is the 3D laser scanner or point cloud data? How does laser scanning fit with other wider emerging technologies such as Building Information Modelling (BIM)? This study adopts a proof-of-concept approach, which in addition to answering the afore-mentioned questions, illustrates the application of the technology in practice. The study finds that the quality of the data, commonly referred to as point cloud data is still a major issue as it depends on the distance between the target object and 3D laser scanner’s station. Additionally, the quality of the data is still very dependent on data file sizes and the computational power of the processing machine. Lastly, the connection between laser scanning and BIM approaches is still weak as what can be done with a point cloud data model in a BIM environment is still very limited. The aforementioned findings reinforce existing views on the use of 3D laser scanners in capturing and processing construction project data.

Design and Rapid Prototyping of S-Shape Push-Ups Frame Based on Laser Scanning

2015 ◽  
Vol 752-753 ◽  
pp. 1401-1405 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hong Jun Ni ◽  
Qing Qing Chen ◽  
Yi Pei ◽  
Yi Lv ◽  
Xing Xing Wang
Keyword(s):  
Rapid Prototyping ◽  
Point Cloud ◽  
Laser Scanning ◽  
3D Model ◽  
Laser Scanner ◽  
Point Cloud Data ◽  
Model Design ◽  
Cloud Data ◽  
Frame Model ◽  
Business Efficiency

Model design and rapid prototyping are utilized to manufacture push-ups frame. Point cloud data can be obtained by scanning parts with hand-held laser scanner, and imported into the Imageware to process. The varied points are removed, the missing points are repaired, and then the 3D model is designed through the Pro/E. Finally, the frame model is completed by rapid prototyping printers. The manufacturing period is shorten through the way of putting two technologies in the field of manufacturing together, the production requirements are met, and the business efficiency is improved.

The Advantages of Using Laser Scanners in Surveying in Protected Sites

2015 ◽  
pp. 382-402
Author(s):  
Gülhan Benli
Keyword(s):  
Protected Areas ◽  
Point Cloud ◽  
Laser Scanning ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Terrestrial Laser Scanning ◽  
Point Clouds ◽  
Point Cloud Data ◽  
Cloud Data ◽  
Laser Scanners ◽  
Point Data

Since the 2000s, terrestrial laser scanning, as one of the methods used to document historical edifices in protected areas, has taken on greater importance because it mitigates the difficulties associated with working on large areas and saves time while also making it possible to better understand all the particularities of the area. Through this technology, comprehensive point data (point clouds) about the surface of an object can be generated in a highly accurate three-dimensional manner. Furthermore, with the proper software this three-dimensional point cloud data can be transformed into three-dimensional rendering/mapping/modeling and quantitative orthophotographs. In this chapter, the study will present the results of terrestrial laser scanning and surveying which was used to obtain three-dimensional point clouds through three-dimensional survey measurements and scans of silhouettes of streets in Fatih in Historic Peninsula in Istanbul, which were then transposed into survey images and drawings. The study will also cite examples of the facade mapping using terrestrial laser scanning data in Istanbul Historic Peninsula Project.

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