3D LASER SCANS & DRONE TECHNOLOGY IN BIM
The Past: We all understand how traditional construction surveys are conducted out by securing a fixed point of reference, a baseline and a network of vertical and horizontal checkpoints, through which spatial data can be captured. Historically, this has been achieved by using measuring chains and theodolites – a combination still used today. The Future : The latest technology to capture building spatial data in the construction industry has the capability to digitally capture a physical space or site, from the ground or from the air, using the information to create an ‘intelligent 3D model’ which is often progressively referred to as ‘Scan-to-BIM’. Why should you invest in BIM compatible technologies? The construction market manages to operate at low margins, so greater accuracy and transparency at an initial stage encourages contractors to diminish their risks and therefore put forward more realistic bids. For example, a detailed BIM model can help them accurately