Task Force 6.1.5 Objectives
The goal of TF 6.1.5 is to study the use of terrestrial laser scanning technology
with the aim of improving deformation monitoring.
Objectives:
- Evaluate and compare existing and developing hardware and software algorithms
and techniques in terrestrial laser scanning technology
- Investigate and document metrological and quality control issues for laser
scanning measurements
- Promote the use of laser scanning for geometric documentation and deformation
monitoring in a variety of environments, particularly high risk and environments
which benefit of remote measurements (eg structures, slopes, underground surveys,
structural deformations of cultural heritage monuments)
- Investigate the integration of laser scanning measurements with other measuring
techniques, such as conventional geodetic systems and photogrammetric techniques
- Explore the 3D modelling and visualisation issues of laser scanning data
for deformation monitoring applications.
These objectives will be achieved by:
- Initiating discussion between Task Force members.
- Providing a comprehensive reference list for terrestrial laser scanning
studies.
- Creating standardised terrestrial laser data sets to allow comparison between
different software and processing methods.
- Setting up a digital library containing all pertinent information on laser
scanning technologies for deformation monitoring applications.
The outcome of these activities will be summarised in a final report containing
classification of laser scanning techniques, a library of results from different
environments and systems, and a set of recommendations giving information on
system calibration aspects and the use of technology for deformation analysis.
Furthermore, there will be sessions and contributions to various joint meetings
and FIG symposia.