Building Information Modelling (BIM) Laser Scan to BIM for Building & Civil Engineering Projects

Presentation to the Engineers Ireland

September 20th 2011 22 Clyde Road Dublin 4

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Presentation Discussing Laser Scan to BIM for Building & Civil Engineering Projects
This presentation will demonstrate the key benefits of using the latest Laser Scan Technology in conjunction with Building Information Modelling for making accurate records of existing buildings, for modernisation and restoration.

To understand the full advantages of applying Building Information Modelling to existing buildings, this presentation will use the examples of the House of St. Barnabas, Soho, London, the Royal Hospital Kilmainham, Dublin 8; and the MSR Building, Naas, Co. Kildare.

The Following presentation will highlight how specific geospatial information can be attained from Laser Scan Data, what this data can be used to achieve, and the relevant data that can be extracted from this.

How Does Laser Scanning Work?

The HDS6000 has a rotating mirror system that covers a 360 x 310 degree field of view

Examples of High Definition Laser Scanners Implemented by COASTWAY

HDS Scan Station 2 Time of Flight Scanner

HDS 6000 Phase Based Scanner

Faro Focus 3D

Scanner Specifications
Suitable for Shorter Range & for High Detail Ultra Fast Data Capture Quick set-up to scan ability Scan Range: 1 to 79 metres Scan Rate: Max. 500,000 points per second Accuracy Position = 6mm, Distance = 4mm Modelled Surface = 2mm Suitable for Long Range & for Large Areas Built in Camera for Image Overlay Scan Range: 1 to 200 metres Scan Rate: Max. 5,000 points per second Accuracy Position = 6mm Distance = 4mm Modelled Surface = 2mm

Advantages of Using Laser Scan Technology to Record Information

The Laser Scan Data is accurate to within 2.0mm, and therefore can be used to generate an accurate record of any building or structure.

A BIM generated from a Laser Scan Survey will reduce risk of errors that would otherwise be caused by a lack of information from traditional survey methods.

Additional information that may be requested from the survey will already be in the scan, and can be extracted to the BIM, e.g. the position of sprinklers, pipe and duct works, etc.

Existing problems can be identified and solutions can be proposed, using true values. Accurate records of a structure can be used to benchmark the performance of the structure over time.

Advantages of Using Laser Scan Technology to Record Information

Complex geometry/surfaces Where a High Level of Detail needs to be recorded Congested, tight fits Far away or difficult to access Non-intrusiveness has benefit (e.g. avoid lane closures) Delicate surfaces Short windows to collect data Unsafe to occupy

Case Study House of St. Barnabas, Soho, London

Overview of Site, House of St. Barnabas, Soho, London

Case Study House of St. Barnabas, Soho, London

Coastway were commissioned to scan the ceilings of three rooms in the historic House of Saint Barnabas in Soho, London. The Silk Room, The Drawing Room and the main staircase were scanned for preservation works associated with the Crossrail project. Taylor Woodrow / BAM Nuttall JV wanted a complete record of the detailed ceiling so they could be replicated if any damage occurred from the tunnelling project. Using the HDS 6000, HDS 7000 and the FARO ScanArm V3 the three ceilings were recorded in ultra-high detail. If any damage occurs from the tunnelling project Coastway will be able to reverse engineer the area of damage and a replica can be reproduced and placed back onto the ceiling.

Laser Scan of Drawing Room using Leica HDS 7000

Case Study House of St. Barnabas, Soho, London

Micro Laser Scan of Silk Room Ceiling using FARO Laser ScanArm V3

How to Produce a Surface Model from a High Definition Laser Scan?

Laser Scan Technology To Surface Model for Reverse Engineering Workflow.

File Formats Available from Laser Scanning Process ASCII Text File of X,Y and Z Points 2D CAD Drawing 3D Modelled Surfaces

ACIS SAT Files for Cross Compatibility

ASCII STL Meshes for 3D Printing or CNC Milling

FARO Laser ScanArm V3 Specifications

Suitable for Shorter Range & for High Detail REM Ultra Fast Data Capture Integrated 7-Axis Scanning Quick set-up to scan ability Wireless Scanning Scan Width: Scan Rate: Max. Accuracy: Weight: Near field 34mm (1.34) Far field 60mm (2.36) 19,200 points per second 30 fps x 640 points/line 35m (.0014) 370g

Case Study House of St. Barnabas, Soho, London

Resulting Modelled Surface from Micro Laser Scanning of Ceiling Feature

Case Study - Royal Hospital Kilmainham

Overview of Site, Royal Hospital Kilmainham

Case Study - Royal Hospital Kilmainham

Vector Drawings produced from Site Survey

Case Study - Royal Hospital Kilmainham

Laser Scanning of Internal Courtyard with Leica Scan Station 2

How to Produce a Building Information Model from a High Definition Laser Scan?
Laser Scan Technology To Building Information Modelling Workflow.

File Formats Available from Laser Scanning Process ASCII Text File of X,Y and Z Points TruView Viewing Software and Files Point Cloud Data with Cyclone Viewer

2D CAD Drawings & Building Information Models

Modelled Surfaces 360 Spherical Panoramic Photography

Case Study - Royal Hospital Kilmainham

South Elevation to Royal Hospital Kilmainham

Case Study - Royal Hospital Kilmainham

West Elevation to Royal Hospital Kilmainham

Case Study - Royal Hospital Kilmainham

Section Through Royal Hospital Kilmainham

Laser Scan to BIM to Improve Energy Performance of Existing Buildings

With an accurate BIM of the facility, values for existing passive gains and losses can be calculated. Much analysis of existing and proposed facilities is based on estimated and guessed figures for building and material performance. Results from a thermal imaging camera applied to an accurate BIM can determine the following: Whether or not strategies implemented will be effective at improving the energy performance of a proposed building can be calculated by testing a detailed Building Information Model Identify existing problems/conflicts and identify solutions for the present time and the future Energy Performance/Audit can be carried out Product & Manufacturers Information (PMI) can be incorporated, improving efficiency of management of the facility

Case Study - Royal Hospital Kilmainham

Laser Scanning of Attic

RHK Interior Attic Virtual Tour & Asset Tracker

Load RHK FLIR / Asset Management Virtual Tour

Case Study - Royal Hospital Kilmainham

Resulting Point Cloud of Attic Space

Case Study - Royal Hospital Kilmainham

BIM Detail of Attic Space - MEP Extraction

Building Information Modelling is digital representation of physical and functional characteristics of a facility creating a shared knowledge resource for information about it forming a reliable basis for decisions during its life cycle, from earliest conception to demolition.

Building Information Modelling, Drawing is Dead Long Live Modelling Keith Snook, RIBA Director of Research & Technical, http://www.cpic.org.uk/en/current-projects/bim/building-information-modelling.cfm

What Does BIM Mean at Coastway?

A Building Information Model is a reservoir of knowledge. Building Information Modelling Simulated Construction Project Database & Knowledge The graphical way in which organised 3D information is represented in real world space.

Who is Driving BIM?

There is a growing market for Building Information Models due to: Changes in Legislation Requirements. Higher Expectations of the Client. Greater Demand for Certainty of Cost Improved Communication Required by Collaborators. Higher Standards of Information required. Move towards Common Standards of Delivery. Demand for Life Cycle Analysis. Increased capabilities in Technology.

Benefits of BIM
BIM can be implemented to accurately estimate the cost of producing, running, and the lifespan of a facility 2-D 2D line work

3-D
4-D 5-D 6-D 7-D

Length, Width, Height

Time Scheduling & Sequencing Cost Estimating Life Cycle Management Operations/Maintenance Lifespan of the building

An accurate Building Information Model can be used for analysis of the structure, and these results can be used to improve efficiency of the structure

Applications For Laser Scan to BIM

Heritage and Archaeology Architecture and Building Asset Management & Mapping

Site Topographical Recording & Analysis

Recording Civil Structures, e.g. Rail & Bridge Data Performance Analysis via Building Information Scan Energy Analysis of Existing Buildings via gbXML

Case Study - MSR Building

The Point cloud for this case study is made up of over 1.2 billion points.

Case Study MSR Building

Point Cloud Animation of recorded information from the MSR Building

Case Study MSR Building

Our aim is to gather as much site information as possible, which is used to populate the Building Information Model of the MSR Building

MSR Building Building Information Scanning & Building Information Modelling

Case Study MSR Building

High Definition Laser Scan View of MSR Building Interior

Case Study MSR Building

Using Apple IPad 2 to Record MSR Building Site Assets & Information

Case Study MSR Building

BIM Extraction of Structural Frame with information populated by IPad 2 Site Record

Case Study MSR Building

Overview of BIM & Point Cloud Data in Stereo

Case Study MSR Building

Structural Elements Modelled & Categorized within Revit Structure 2012

Case Study MSR Building

Scheduling & Viewing Extracted Component Information With in Revit Structure 2012

Summary of the Key Benefits of Laser Scan to BIM Process

Produces accurate 2D drawings or 3D CAD models containing the required information 3D Urban Modelling & Topographical Records Internal & External Building Surveys Detailed architectural scanning for conservation.

High Resolution 360 Degree Panoramic Photographic Record of Site / Area of Interest Complete Building Information Models populated with accurately recorded Site Asset Information Ready to use BIM for the purposes of Design or Retro-Fit BIM preconfigured for Quantity Take of or Scheduling

BIM pre-configured for gbXML Export with correct Material & Zone Definitions BIM can be used for accurate Building Performance & Energy Analysis Existing & Predictive

Summary of the Key Benefits of Laser Scan to BIM for Clients & Professionals
Faster, safer, less costly, more accurate, and more complete building surveys. Minimizes impact on use and operation of the building during survey. Point clouds combined with full-colour imagery provide powerful, accurate visualization

BIM allow for Improved 3D visualisation & Documentation for Team Communication, Collaboration, Planning and Analysis.

Centralised Project Databases allow every stakeholder to access the information they require either in 2D, 3D or Tabulated Format.

Detailed Site / Project / Asset Information dramatically improves productivity & minimises planning errors by improving Collaboration, as every stake holder & multidisciplinary professional is working off the same real-world datasets.

Project Information is accessible by a wide range of Software Packages such as Autodesk AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, Bentley MicroStation, ArchiCAD, Rhino & much more.

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