Industry standards for mobile mappers are only one piece of the puzzle
A call for more thorough testing of mobile mapping systems.
As-designed, as-built, as-constructed, as-is - what's the difference?
In the surveying and laser scanning industries, there are many words that begin with 'as.' Independent writer Sean Higgins examines these terms and more.
Two industry leaders weigh in on how mobile mapping changes the game
Matthew Craig and John Russo on the state of mobile mapping in 2022.
Why point cloud quality might be even more important than accuracy
According to the State of Mobile Mapping Report, point cloud quality is one of the most important attributes of a mobile scanner. But why?
Everything you need to know about as-built documentation
What is as-built documentation? How is it used? Why should you care? Writing for NavVis, independent technology writer Sean Higgins dives into the details.
How as-built capture by AEC firm pb2 is powered by NavVis technology
Architecture and engineering firm pb2 is scanning more and more every month, thanks to the versatility of the NavVis VLX mobile mapping system.
Scan-to-BIM basics: Best practices for modeling
At the modeling stage of your scan-to-BIM project? Some tips for selecting the right tools, picking a good modeler, coordinating with clients, and more.
Scan-to-BIM basics: Processing and preparing your data for modeling
Tips for post-processing scan-to-BIM data so it’s ready for modeling, including cleaning up any messy parts and registering all your captures together.
Best practices for planning and executing your Scan-to-BIM project
Prepping for your first scan-to-BIM project? Read on for some useful tips on how to approach hardware selection and execution in the field.
How fast can you possibly scan with NavVis VLX?
The same question keeps coming up. How fast can you possibly scan with NavVis VLX? Here's the answer: 600 square meters in 6 minutes within 6 mm accuracy.
Why robots are a big step towards autonomous reality capture
The roots of NavVis and mobile mapping lie in robotic and AI research, says NavVis CTO Georg Schroth. Autonomous reality capture is the next logical step.
Using NavVis VLX on a construction site for as-built documentation
Deploying NavVis VLX at a construction site in Stuttgart, Germany, every AEC pro on the project is delighted by its versatility, robustness and accuracy.