Importance of point multidiscipline models
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Today design and construction professionals are adopting and implementing high end technology for streamlining construction methods. One such innovation that has been made in the field of construction is the adoption and optimization of laser scanning technology for the smooth executing of renovation and retrofit projects. For the effective renovation of a building, availability of the information related to its geometry is utmost indispensable. Without the accessibility of correct geometrical information design and construction professionals cannot develop accurate multidiscipline models for the as-built building. Application of laser scanning technology reinforces survey process and helps in the accurate extraction of building geometry. Point cloud data that is captured by laser beams is used for developing multidiscipline 3D models. Importance of point cloud files for creating multidiscipline models
Point cloud data that is extracted due to the application of laser scanning technology for surveying the as built building contains highly factual and comprehensive information. No other tool can extract that accurate information about building geometry as laser scanners can and this makes point cloud data highly significant for BIM modelers who require detailed building data for developing multidiscipline models. When the raw data is converted into appropriate point cloud files such as .rcp and .rcs files it can be effectively used in Revit. Once point cloud file is linked in Revit, users can see all the information about the elements belonging to architecture, structure and MEP disciplines. They can use the geometrical information of architectural, structural and MEP elements for developing accurate as-built models. Fresh BIM models for different building trades can also be developed by users by referring the information that is captured in point clouds. Based on the information received from point cloud files necessary changes can be made to the models for improving the validity and quality of the design. As BIM models can help in predicting project outcomes they can be effectively scrutinized or analyzed after which necessary changes can be implemented in the design for increasing the productivity of the design and the project as well. Point cloud files help design and construction professionals in finding fault in the existing design which can be effectively resolved during renovation.
So, point cloud files are very important for BIM modelers when it comes to creating multidiscipline models for the project in question.