Public safety agencies and police departments are increasingly incorporating 3D mapping and measurement solutions into their workflow. However, many of the 3D mapping and measurement solutions currently available on the market, such as those from FARO and Trimble Geospatial, can cost tens of thousands of dollars, putting them out of reach for agencies that lack the necessary budgets. You will be pleased to know that Adorama has many cost-effective alternatives available that can deliver similar results (up to centimeter-level accuracy) at a fraction of the cost.
How to Use 3D Mapping & Measurement
3D mapping and measurement technology use cameras (both visible and multispectral), sensors, and LiDAR to profile a location or scene of interest in three dimensions. It is much quicker than traditional surveying methods, and the resulting data can be used to reconstruct locations or scenes of interest as highly detailed and true-to-life 3D digital twins that provide an added dimension compared to traditional 2D maps. These 3D models make it significantly easier for law enforcement and public safety officers to revisit a scene or location at a moment’s notice, make accurate measurements, and spatially visualize evidence after the fact.
In addition to the post-incident response, 3D mapping and measurement are helpful for preventative safety response planning. The ability to create highly detailed and accurate 3D models of a location allows law enforcement agencies and public safety departments to visualize and manipulate the models, aiding in the creation of holistic incident response and evacuation plans that can help minimize casualties and speed up rescue efforts should disasters strike.
Applications of 3D Mapping & Measurement
Crash/Crime Scene Digitization and Forensic Analysis
Time is always of the essence when it comes to dealing with crime scenes or crash sites. Between the need to capture as much data as possible and the need to reopen the scene quickly to minimize interruptions to the public, law enforcement agencies and public safety departments (such as the FBI, CIA, DHS, and local police) often find themselves in a race against time. Thankfully, 3D mapping and measurement allow agents to quickly and accurately digitize the scene and document evidence. This data can then be used to reconstruct the scene in 3D, allowing investigators and forensic scientists to spatially visualize evidence later.
Legal Prosecution
Prosecutors as well as agents from law enforcement agencies and public safety departments can utilize the previously mentioned 3D mapping and measurement data during legal proceedings such as hearings and trials as well. 3D models of the scene/location in question can serve as much more helpful and impactful visualization tools for jurors compared to traditional 2D maps and diagrams during courtroom presentations.
Pre-Incident Safety Planning
The demand for enhanced security measures to help safeguard schools, university campuses, government facilities, and stadiums continue to grow. In addition to the post-incident applications that we’ve highlighted above, 3D mapping and measurement technology can also help create highly detailed 3D digital twins of said buildings. These digital twins allow security personnel to visualize potential hazards that may occur and carry out simulations of dangerous scenarios virtually, ultimately aiding in the development of safety/evacuation plans before any unthinkable incidents or emergencies occur.
Alternative Technology Solutions for Measurement & 3D Mapping
Matterport Pro 3 Professional Capture 3D Camera
Matterport’s Pro 3 is a cost-effective LiDAR-based professional 3D capture camera capable of creating highly accurate (20mm @ 10m) higher-density 3D models from up to 100m away. Additionally, the Matterport Pro 3’s ability to swap batteries makes all-day mapping projects possible. Being four times faster than its predecessor also means that the Matterport Pro 3 will allow you to complete 3D mapping quickly and spend less time on site. The Matterport Pro 3 is ideally suited for 3D mapping and measurement for both indoor and outdoor applications.
PIX4D viDoc RTK Rover for iPad Pro
The PIX4D viDoc RTK Rover is an innovative 3D mapping and measurement attachment for the Apple iPad Pro. The viDoc RTK Rover can transform an iPad Pro into a budget-friendly portable 3D photogrammetry capture device with RTK accuracy (Real-Time Kinematic positioning) without the need for a mobile reference base station. Working in concert with the PIX4Dcatch software and PIX4Dcloud service, the PIX4D viDoc RTK Rover can geotag your 3D images in real-time and generate accurate and easy-to-share 3D models on the fly.
Autel Robotics EVO II V3 Pro 6K RTK Rugged Drone Bundle
The Autel Robotics EVO II Pro RTK 6K is the only folding drone capable of capturing 6K footage currently available on the market that comes equipped with an integrated RTK (Real-Time Kinematic positioning) module. The EVO II Pro RTK 6K has a maximum flight time of up to 36 minutes thanks to its 7100mAh rechargeable LiPo 3S battery. It can also intelligently return to where it left off in multi-battery aerial 3D mapping and measurement missions without the need to start from the beginning after every battery swap. Additionally, the Autel Robotics EVO II Pro RTK 6K is an ideal aerial companion to the above-mentioned 3D mapping and measurement solutions from Matterport and PIX4D.
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