Why Teleport?

Navigating a 3D point cloud has always been a challenge for non-expert users, who usually prefer jumping from vantage point (or setup) to vantage point as they would do in Google Street View. Walking through scan-to-scan data is now even easier than ever before, thanks to enhanced technology which populates virtual vantage points from any location, regardless of the scan setup location. Cintoo’s new Teleport camera is making it easier to navigate to any location in a point cloud, with no compromise to accuracy or ability. But the benefits to construction and project teams go beyond navigational abilities. With Cintoo’s Teleport camera, 3D surfaces are created out of 3D points to facilitate the interpretation of scan data. With 3D surfaces, laser scan data is much, much closer to reality: the world is made of surfaces, not points! Project teams can now perform many tasks at much quicker and more efficient rates. ?

But first, how do those surfaces become useful visually to those trying to work with reality capture data??

It starts with a full-scale environment transformation using Cintoo’s innovative scan-to-mesh technology to stream the data at the same resolution as the source scanner, then paired with capabilities that allow total 3D immersion that addresses core project needs. Both these elements combined create a powerful virtual interaction.?

So, what kinds of benefits can you expect from Cintoo’s Teleport camera that will help solve some of the pain points you’re experiencing???

In this blog post, we’re going to address some of the core issues that project teams encounter when trying to work in virtual environments, and we’ll also explain some of the navigational capabilities of Cintoo’s Teleportation.?

Immersive Navigation?

Cintoo’s Teleport camera allows users to virtually "walk through" a point cloud as if they were moving through the physical space by jumping between virtual vantage points that he / she targets anywhere in the 3D space as you would in a VR game. Once teleported in a virtual vantage point, the user can rotate, zoom in and out, as he does today from any laser scan vantage point or setup. This is particularly useful for virtual site visits, inspections, or any scenario where a physical presence in the space is impractical, costly, or dangerous.

Immersive navigation also builds upon the idea of having more intuitive controls. Users can navigate the 3D space using straightforward controls that mimic video game navigation, making it accessible even to those who may not be technically proficient at navigating complex 3D virtual spaces.?

Detailed Inspection?

By enabling precise navigation and positioning within 3D scan data, including close-up views, the Teleport camera helps users conduct detailed inspections of specific areas at the same resolution as the source scanner. This is crucial for identifying defects, understanding complex structures, or evaluating conditions without the need for physical access.?

The Teleport camera, powered by TurboMesh, ensures that the resolution and accuracy of the point cloud are maintained during navigation, allowing for high-quality visual inspection and accurate assessments based on the scan data.?

Enhanced Collaboration?

Teams can conduct coordinated virtual tours using the Teleport camera. This feature supports collaborative review sessions where team members in different locations can explore and discuss the scan data simultaneously, enhancing teamwork and decision-making efficiency.?

The ability to link observations or issues detected in the scan data directly to project management tools or BIM models helps streamline workflows and communication among stakeholders. ??

Educational and Training Purposes?

The Teleport camera can be used as a training tool for new employees or students who need to understand the spatial dynamics of a site without physically visiting it. This practical exposure can significantly reduce learning curves and improve understanding of complex site conditions.?

Marketing and Client Engagement?

For businesses, being able to take a client on a virtual tour using the Teleport camera can significantly enhance client engagement and satisfaction. It provides a dynamic way to showcase project progress or end results in a highly interactive and immersive format.?

Though these benefits overall significantly enhance workflow coordination, especially when considering new virtual vantage points that create better visual scope, and relationships between stakeholders, there are also technical benefits gleaned from using the Teleport camera in its full-fledged state.?

Technical and Practical Benefits?

The technical and practical benefits of Cintoo’s Teleport camera are the enhanced speed, efficiency, and safety provided to projects and teams.??

Users can quickly move to different parts of the site as needed, which is much faster and efficient than traditional methods of point cloud navigation.?

By increasing the usability of 3D scan data navigation, users can reduce the need for physical site visits, thereby saving on travel and logistical costs.?

The Teleport camera introduces game-like navigation into scan data and improves safety by allowing virtual access to hazardous or hard-to-reach areas.

Conclusion?

In summary, Cintoo’s Teleport camera is a powerful feature for virtual interaction with 3D spaces scanned with 3D laser scanners, offering detailed and immersive experiences that are practical for inspections, collaborations, and presentations. This technology leverages the cloud-based nature of Cintoo’s platform to bring comprehensive, accessible, and intuitive virtual access to any project stakeholder, experts and non-experts alike, anywhere in the world. ??

View Cintoo's Teleportation in action here! Introducing Teleportation ( youtube.com )

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