Photogrammetry AI
AI-powered photogrammetry for construction site documentation and measurement.
Definition
Photogrammetry AI uses photographs to create accurate 3D models and measurements of construction sites. It processes drone imagery and ground-level photos to generate orthomosaic maps, digital elevation models, and 3D site models for documentation and progress tracking.
In Depth
Photogrammetry creates 3D models from overlapping photographs — transforming site photos or drone imagery into measurable point clouds, orthomosaics, and textured 3D meshes. AI enhances photogrammetry processing by automating the feature matching, point cloud generation, and object recognition steps.
For construction progress monitoring, photogrammetry from regularly scheduled drone flights creates a time series of 3D site models. AI compares these models to the design model and the previous flight's model to quantify construction progress — cubic yards of concrete placed, steel members erected, and facade panels installed. This objective measurement replaces the subjective progress estimates that traditionally drive schedule and payment reporting.
Examples
Creating orthomosaic site maps
Measuring earthwork quantities
Documenting construction progress
Nomic Use Cases
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Frequently Asked Questions
Photogrammetry AI uses photographs to create accurate 3D models and measurements of construction sites. It processes drone imagery and ground-level photos to generate orthomosaic maps, digital elevation models, and 3D site models for documentation and progress tracking.
Creating orthomosaic site maps. Measuring earthwork quantities. Documenting construction progress.
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