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Insite360 Laser Reality Capture Surveying

Reality Capture digital twin laser scans with optional O&M document mapping

Reality Capture digital twin laser scans with optional O&M document mapping

COGNICA utilised NAVVIS VLX lidar photogrammetry mobile laser scanning technology to rapidly capture large-scale sites at speed. Detailed RGB laser point clouds and high-definition images were seamlessly meshed and made explorable in Insite360, our secure cloud application. Reality capture was enhanced by adding Points of Interest (POI) markers with embedded content, including O&M documents, training videos, risk assessments, links to FM systems, issue reporting, asset maintenance schedules, sensor dashboards and more. Our customers used Insite360 to assess, explore, measure, export point clouds, train, monitor and manage their buildings and utility sites.

Reality Capture Laser Scanning – Insite360

Reality capture digital twins of buildings, utilities and external sites were created with Insite360 and NavVis VLX rapid mobile laser scanning. We could scan existing sites up to 10 times faster than traditional laser scanners, with sites made available the next day in our cloud application, Insite360.

COGNICA - Insite360 Laser Reality Capture Surveying

Your Virtual Site

Insite360 was our cloud web app through which users could explore a digital, virtual reality capture of their buildings, sites and estates – both internally and externally. Powered by NavVis reality capture technology, COGNICA’s Insite360 service used survey-grade mobile laser scanning hardware, resulting in up to 10 times faster scan times on site, saving time, budget and reducing disruption to operations. Available 24/7/365, Insite360 hosted all scans in one central portal, supporting design planning, building marketing, facilities management, training, risk assessments, access planning, condition assessments, integration of O&M documentation, taking measurements and exporting point clouds into external design tools such as Revit. Insite360 brought projects to life, enhancing the experience and efficiency of managing estates.

High Speed

Scanning with the VLX was 10 times faster than using a TLS (Traditional Laser Scanner), capable of capturing 50,000 sqm in a day. Fast processing speeds allowed sites to be made available in minimal time following scan completion.

Survey-Grade Data

Millimetre-density point clouds with centimetre-accuracy photogrammetry were ideal for refurbishments, early design planning and site management. Users could export full or partial point cloud data of any location on their virtual site in various formats (including .rcs, .pod) for use in external design applications such as Revit.

Accessible and Intuitive

Insite360 was a platform-agnostic web app, available 24/7/365, with secure access for authorised users and a clear, easy-to-use interface, enabling users to explore physical sites remotely, saving travel time, costs and reducing carbon emissions.

Asset Tagging POI

Users could tag and place POI pins on any asset or location on their virtual site and embed rich content in the POI card (e.g., links, videos, documents, custom HTML).

Remote Access to Estates

Insite360 enabled remote site management and navigation with immersive 360° HD full-colour images, route markers, distance and dimension features, and POI pins with rich embedded content. Fewer physical trips to sites resulted in time, cost and risk savings, helping to reduce carbon footprints. Teams were trained on site safety via virtual meetings, and risk mitigation strategies were incorporated into POIs along with maintenance documentation and training videos. Accurate measurements could be taken remotely, avoiding costly repeat travel. Planning for plant vehicles was supported by checking routes virtually.

Crop and Download Point Clouds

Insite360 allowed users to download full or partial point clouds of any area of the virtual site in various file formats (e.g., .rcs, .pod), preserving full original resolution and precision for use in other design software. Existing scans could also be imported and merged to create a unified virtual site experience.

Scan to BIM

Where fixed ground control points were in place, survey-grade accuracy and millimetre-dense RGB-coloured point clouds enabled exports for use in external design software packages including Revit, supporting BIM projects to compare as-built with as-designed, verify measurements remotely and collaborate online. Laser point clouds could also be used in PointCloud software such as Leica Cyclone 3DR Viewer, Cloud Compare, AVEVA, Prevu3D, PTC and Cintoo.

Asset Tagging (POI)

With the ability to place POI pins to tag any asset or key location, Insite360 provided features to supplement them with rich information such as product data sheets, links to DMS or CAFM systems, uploaded documents or images, custom HTML, fault highlights, maintenance requirements and training materials.

COGNICA - Insite360 Laser Reality Capture Surveying

Mark and Measure

Taking measurements in any plane was simple. Users could tag the virtual model and mark measurements anywhere on the site with 1 cm accuracy, reducing unnecessary visits and carbon footprint. Inbuilt measuring tools provided precision for planning refits, refurbishments or general site works. Measurements could be saved, shared and annotated for collaboration.

Development Planning

Following a reality capture scan, POI pins were added to link to external FM systems, supporting future works. Clear 3D visualisations of site layouts and assets helped stakeholders engage easily, maximising clarity and collaboration.

COGNICA - Insite360 Laser Reality Capture Surveying

Scan for Virtual Tours

Reality capture was an excellent solution for creating virtual tours for exhibition venues, tourist attractions, museums and hotels. High-quality immersive 3D digital representations with POI markers offered rich information to viewers. Insite360 included options to embed publicly accessible scans for websites and marketing campaigns.

COGNICA - Insite360 Laser Reality Capture Surveying

Scan to Reduce Carbon Footprint

By creating reality capture scans with Insite360, businesses reduced significant travel to sites across stakeholders. Measurements and route checks were completed remotely, saving time, expense and carbon emissions. As sites changed, rapid scans of updated areas were integrated seamlessly into existing models.

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