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Comparison of Image-Based and Time-of-Flight-Based Technologies for Three-Dimensional Reconstruction of Infrastructure.
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Journal of Construction Engineering & Management . Mar2012, Vol. 139 Issue 1, p69-79. 11p. - Publication Year :
- 2012
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Abstract
- As-built spatial data are useful in many construction-related applications, such as quality control and progress monitoring. These data can be collected using a number of imaging and time-of-flight-based (e.g., laser scanning) sensor methods. Each application will demand a particular level of data accuracy and quality, yet little information is available to help engineers choose the most cost-effective approach. This paper presents an analytical and quantitative comparison of photogrammetric, videogrammetric, and time-of-flight-based methods. This comparison is done with respect to accuracy, quality, time efficiency, and cost. To this end, representative image-based three-dimensional reconstruction software and commercially available hardware (two cameras and a time-of-flight-based laser scanner) are evaluated. Spatial data of typical infrastructure (two bridges and a building) are collected under different settings. The experimental parameters include camera type, resolution, and shooting distance for the imaging sensors. By comparing these data with the ground truth collected by a total station, it is revealed that video/photogrammetry can produce results of moderate accuracy and quality but at a much lower cost as compared to laser scanning. The obtained information is useful to help engineers make cost-effective decisions and help researchers better understand the performance impact of these settings for the sensor technologies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 07339364
- Volume :
- 139
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Journal of Construction Engineering & Management
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 84741053
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)CO.1943-7862.0000565