3D Modelling

Recommended Prerequisites

NA

Teaching Methods

The theoretical concepts presented in the classes are followed by the execution of practical exercises that require the use of optical and laser 3D data acquisition systems and its subsequent modelling process. The students make several mandatory projects along the semester. The evaluation is made through a written exam (50%) and the practical projects (50%).

Learning Outcomes

The aim of this curricular unit is: i) to develop skills and competences of using several systems and technologies for the acquisition of 3D point clouds in different Engineering and Sciences knowledge areas; ii) to develop the necessary knowledge for transforming these 3D point clouds into models with the adequate realism for each application area.

Work Placement(s)

No

Syllabus

1. Introduction

2. 3D acquisition systems

3. Surface reconstruction and modelling

4. 3D Software

5. Applications and case studies

Head Lecturer(s)

Gil Rito Gonçalves

Assessment Methods

Assessment
Exam: 50.0%
Laboratory work or Field work: 50.0%

Bibliography

1. Shan, J., & Toth, C. K. (Eds.). 2018. Topographic laser ranging and scanning: principles and

processing. 2nd Edition. CRC press.

2. Luhmann, Thomas, Robson, Stuart, Kyle, Stephen and Boehm, Jan. 2020. Close-Range Photogrammetry and 3D Imaging, Berlin, Boston: De Gruyter, https://doi.org/10.1515/9783110607253.

3. Gonçalves, G., 2023. Using structure-from-motion workflows for 3D mapping and remote sensing. In: Eyal, B.D., Manfreda, S. (Eds.), Unmanned Aerial Systems for Monitoring Soil, Vegetation, and Riverine  Environments. Elsevier.

4. Liu, S., Zhang, M., Kadam, P., & Kuo, C.-C. J. 2021. 3D Point Cloud Analysis : Traditional, Deep Learning, and Explainable Machine Learning Methods. Springer International Publishing. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-89180-0

5. 3D Laser Scanning for Heritage : Advice and Guidance on the Use of Laser Scanning in Archaeology and Architecture. Third edition. Swindon]: Historic England, 2018. Print.