General Infrastructure – 3D Scanning for Civil & Infrastructure Applications

Infrastructure can be incredibly varied. One of the hallmarks of 3D  scanning is its ability to capture accurate data about virtually any  large or complex structure, even if it has an unusual shape or is placed in a location that is difficult to access. This whitepaper explores  some common use cases of 3D scanning already being used in the industry, including:

• Safety structures: Ancillary but critical safety  infrastructure like fire escapes are ideal candidates for 3D scanning.  When these assets need to be replaced, it is not unusual for the  original plans to be unavailable.
• Complex assets: Civil infrastructure is replete  with one-of-a-kind structures. When these structures must be repaired,  replaced or simply designed around, 3D scanning yields the accurate 3D  models required to understand how best to integrate new designs with  existing elements in a seamless way.
• RAAC inspection: Reinforced autoclaved aerated  concrete (RAAC) was a type of lightweight concrete used in construction  between the 1950s and the 1990s. Unfortunately it has deteriorated  faster than originally expected, which means many civil and industrial  facilities need to understand the extent of the degradation. 3D scanning provides an ideal solution in this case.
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