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Comparative Analyses of the Point Cloud Produced by Using Close-Range Photogrammetry and Terrestrial Laser Scanning for Rock Surface

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Point cloud produced by using theoretically and practically different techniques is one of the most preferred data types in various engineering applications and projects. The advanced methods to obtain point cloud data in terrestrial studies are close range photogrammetry (CRP) and terrestrial laser scanning (TLS). In the TLS technique, separated from the CRP in terms of system structure, denser point cloud at certain intervals can be produced. However, point clouds can be produced with the help of photographs taken at appropriate conditions depending on the hardware and software technologies. Adequate quality photographs can be obtained by consumer grade digital cameras, and photogrammetric software widely used nowadays provides the generation of point cloud support. The tendency and the desire for the TLS are higher since it constitutes a new area of research. Moreover, it is believed that TLS takes the place of CRP, reviewed as antiquated. In this study that is conducted on rock surfaces located at Istanbul Technical University Ayazaga Campus, whether point cloud produced by means photographs can be used instead of point cloud obtained by laser scanner device is investigated. Study is worked on covers approximately area of 30 m × 10 m. In order to compare the methods, 2D and 3D analyses as well as accuracy assessment were conducted. 2D analysis is areal-based whereas 3D analysis is volume-based. Analyses results showed that point clouds in both cases are similar to each other and can be used for similar other studies. Also, because the factors affecting the accuracy of the basic data and derived product for both methods are quite variable, it was concluded that it is not appropriate to make a choice regardless of the object of interest and the working conditions.

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  1. Department of Geomatics Engineering, Faculty of Natural Sciences and Engineering, Tokat Gaziosmanpasa University, 60150, Tokat, Turkey

    Abdullah Harun Incekara

  2. Department of Geomatics Engineering, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Istanbul Technical University, 34469, Istanbul, Turkey

    Dursun Zafer Seker

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Incekara, A.H., Seker, D.Z. Comparative Analyses of the Point Cloud Produced by Using Close-Range Photogrammetry and Terrestrial Laser Scanning for Rock Surface. J Indian Soc Remote Sens 46, 1243–1253 (2018). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12524-018-0805-z

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