Buidling Measuring and Redrawing with Autodesk ImageModeler

This video demonstrates how architects can use Autodesk ImageModeler to measure and redraw a buildings facade starting from photographs. Starting from a camera calibration step, ImageModeler allows users to extract 3D coordinates, take measurements, and produce an orthographic projection of the facade. These elements can then be imported to Autodesk AutoCAD software for the redrawing step.
http://www.autodesk.com/imagemodeler

Category:

Science & Technology

Tags:

• Autodesk ImageModeler
• AutoCAD
• Photomodeling
• Photogrammetry
• Measurement
• Architecture
• Laser scanning

[3Deity]

@Patriot1916 Yeah, its very simple but most people don't get this; CAD is reality in measurement, animation and previz is 'suspension of disbelief'. Ergo modelling something in a cad package from a photo is never going to be accurate and can add large amounts of work. Usually plans are inaccurate too, the best modelling is by laser scanning the building then decimating the data produced.

[Patriot1916]

@3Deity Would you care to elaborate? Is that statement conjecture or have you found this particular use of Image Modeller to be lacking? I'm genuinely interested for some feedback based on it's uses. Thanks.

[3Deity]

Thats great, then the planning committee say "Yes, but what will the extension do to the character of the building?" and I have to go and model the whole thing in 3D based on drawings like these that turn out to be totally inaccurate!

[apissedoffamerican]

rufkm?