3D laser scanning is a technology used to accurately capture the geometry of existing scenes, resulting in detailed point clouds for measurements. Developments in the field since the 1960s have expanded its applications across various sectors, enhanced by improved equipment and data conversion software. Benefits include increased safety, enhanced data collection, and improved accuracy in as-built condition assessments.

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ADF 3D Laser Scanning
and Modeling Capabilities
Presented by: Justin Hays
Designer and 3D Laser Scan Operator

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What is 3D Laser Scanning?
• 3D laser scanning is a complete and accurate 3D capture of
existing conditions within a scene
• Detailed, accurate measurements of surface geometry create
an X-Y-Z coordinate for each return signal
• Collected measurements are stored in the form of an ultra
dense point cloud
• Point cloud is a 3D digital world of the captured scene readily
available for measurements
• Multiple scans can be geo-referenced together utilizing
conventional survey methods resulting in a 360° view

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3D Laser Scan Data

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• Developed in the 1960’s
• Designed for historic landmark
documentation and surveying
• The 1980’s brought significant
improvements
History
Early point cloud data

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• Large Instruments with Minimal
Storage Capacity
• Computing Power was Limited
• Insufficient Data Conversion Software
Traditional Limitations
1985 AutoCAD

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• Applications
• Geographic, Civil, Industrial, Medical,
Forensics and Beyond
• Advancements in Technology
• Integrated System
• Data Conversion Software
• Speed and Accuracy
Latest Technology

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• Our Equipment and Software
• Faro Focus3D S-120
• Scene, PointSense Plant, EdgeWise
• Compatible with most CAD software
• Staff Training
• Intensive 3-day course
• Covers equipment, targeting and
software utilization/conversion
ADF’s Technology

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Image from Laser Scanner Point Cloud from
Laser Scanner
Converted Point Cloud
Data to 3D Model
Rendering Developed
from 3D Model
Merging Technologies

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Point Cloud Overlay AutoCAD 3D Model
Merging Technologies

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• Improved Safety to Product and
Personnel
• More Comprehensive Data Collection
• Interference Detection
• Improved Accuracy of As-Built Conditions
• Reduced Scope Changes
Benefits

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Unlimited Opportunity
• Smaller Scanning Devices
• Compact Data Storage Capacity
• Automated Data Conversion
Future Technologies

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Questions?