OUR PROJECTS

Delivering real-world results

Residential Building Scan – Digital Twin

Client Feedback:

The client was impressed with the results and was confident that better decisions could be made using this data.

The Results:

Utilising the M400 and specialised processing software, we generated a high-fidelity model that improved maintenance efficiency and revealed defects previously invisible without abseiling equipment.

+100,000,000 vertices captured
The client was provided with an Ultra-HD web-hosted digital model

The Challenge:

Client needed detailed images of the roof infrastructure to inform maintenance schedules and request quotes for repairs/replacements. We were able to provide a full 3D digital twin as well as the required images to present the information in a far more useful way.

The key benefits of a digital twin are that you can accurately measure the dimensions of any portion of the rooftop directly from the model without needing to physically access the rooftop, and there is a much better perspective given that you’re able to “view” the rooftop from any angle, avoiding the distortions and parallax introduced when viewing still images. There is no need to hunt through hundreds of pictures trying to find a view that shows the particular feature you are interested in.

Stockpile - Volume Assessment

Client Feedback:

The client was extremely happy with the outcome and was able to plan and budget confidently for the removal of the material.

The Results:

Using a Matrice 4E and specialised 3D modeling software, we delivered a detailed volume analysis and a 3D .dwg file mapping the exact location and extent of the material to the client.

The Challenge:

A client needed to know the volume of material they needed to remove to level an area of historic material stockpiling. An accurate knowledge of this volume was important for budgeting, scheduling, and logistics.

This site was particularly complex, with many undulations, bulges, and hollows. Adding to the complexity, much of the material was mixed with physical and chemical contamination, including large lumps of jagged steel, hydrocarbon contamination, and potential asbestos material.

Unbeknownst to the client, there were also squatters camping in a tent hidden among the undulations of the stockpiles.

Without the use of drone technology, personnel would be required to take measurements at many points across the site in order to create an estimate of the material volume. This would come with inherent risks such as slips and falls on loose, steep and uneven ground; and exposure to potentially hazardous chemical contaminants. It would be a long and difficult process, and the final estimate of volume wouldn’t be overly precise.

However, by introducing aerial drone technology, we were able to create a model of the stockpile, accurate to within 2cm at all locations. This high level of detail gives a very reliable and accurate volume calculation; it is a much higher quality outcome. Additionally, this capture method completely eliminates the need for personnel to physically access the stockpiles, removing the risks of injury or chemical exposure. It also allowed staff to become aware of the makeshift dwelling situated within the stockpiles and prevented any potential conflict with unknown people on the site.

Reserviour - Volume & Capacity Calculation

The Issue:

Client had no knowledge of the relationship between the depth of water and the volume of water in their reservoir.

The Results:

Provided a table presenting both the volume the reservoir contains as well as the remaining capacity of the reservoir, given known water depths. Also marked the known depths on the reservoir wall to allow field staff to understand the volume and capacity of the reservoir in real time.

The Challenge:

Calculating volumes of water and the remaining capacity associated with water depth changes in a reservoir. The owner/operator of a reservoir requested a scan and model to be created to understand the relationship between the volume of water entering a reservoir and the resulting change in water level. This would allow them to know the remaining capacity of the reservoir, given a known water level. The reservoir had been emptied for maintenance at the time of the request, with a short window of opportunity to capture data before it was allowed to refill.

This project had two distinct parts: Firstly, to capture an accurate measurement of the extent of the reservoir and create a 3D render of the structure; Second, to use a 3D model to calculate how the volume contained in the reservoir changes as water depth changes. We coordinated with the client to capture an aerial survey of the reservoir while it was empty, and installed marking indicators to show the water level (water level marks). We then used the data captured from the aerial survey to create a 3D model and calculated the volume of water contained in the reservoir with varying water levels, with 20cm depth increments. We provided the client with the created 3D model, as well as 2 data tables: the first showing the volume of water contained given a known water level, the second showing the remaining capacity given a known water level.

This knowledge allows for precise management of the reservoir into the future.