Mobile Scanning

Documentation of complex facades and city modelling through the combination of Laserscanning and photogrammetry 10.11.2006

CityGRID Scanner is a mobile mapping platform for cost efficient data acquisition of cultivated areas. Mounted on suitable vehicles (pick-up truck, Minivan,...) it is possible to collect data by means of a laser scanner and digital cameras. All sensors are mounted on a lifting/rotating unit. Therefore it is possible to run the sensors at approx. 4.2m over ground, which means a significant increase of visibility concerning ground obstacles (e.g. parked cars). The use of industry proven components for lifting/rotating unit, processors, independent power supply and sensors simplifies maintenance. The combination of the horizontal attached laser scanner and the rotating unit enables the user to capture a 360 degree scene up to the zenith. This opens field for a variety of applications.