PhotoModeler 2018.0 Release Improvements

The new PhotoModeler 2018.0 release has faster processing, robust Coded Targets, and gridded DEM export. The most significant improvements in PhotoModeler 2018.0 span the needs of a wide range of our customers: New Gridded Digital Elevation Model Export Smart Processing now for Coded Target Projects Smart Processing speed increase for large projects Orthophoto improvements Gridded […]

Using Photogrammetry in Court

Court Room Gavel

This is a guest article by forensics consultant and trainer, Dan Mills. Bio below. Anyone in a technical field that brings evidence to the court must consider both the evidence they are presenting, as well as the admissibility of their methods. First, a definition of Admissible Evidence: Evidence that is formally presented before the trier […]

Top PhotoModeler Videos for Learning

Instructional tutorial videos are a great way to learn PhotoModeler.  We’ve recently done a few updates to the PhotoModeler tutorials: A new forensics single camera tutorial Some new voice overs Key videos on YouTube Newest Tutorial Video for Forensics We recently published a new tutorial that will be of interest to those doing forensic measurement […]

Forensic Photogrammetry: A Case Study

Forensic Playground photo repaired

This is a guest article by forensic imaging consultant Mike Mayda. Bio below. Why Use Photogrammetry in Forensics? Photogrammetry can be a very powerful tool in forensic analysis. It is often useful to have an accurate 3D reconstruction of an accident or crime scene, especially in cases where position, distance, and perspective are important. Given […]

PhotoModeler 2017.1 Release and Improvements

PhotoModeler version 2017.1 was released Aug. 22nd, 2017. The 5 goals of this release: Add features to improve certain types of industrial measurement projects. Further improve capability, speed, and stability of SmartMatch projects. Add a project upload tool for easy communication with the PhotoModeler Support team. Provide the help file in a PDF format. Fix […]

How to Digitize Templates and Patterns With a Camera

In a number of industries, measurements are made of objects and equipment in the field, and then materials are manufactured to fit those existing objects. Some common industries like this are kitchen counter tops, boat covers, enclosures, or flooring, wall cladding, and stairway coverings or lifts. A common approach within these industries is to create […]

With a Camera Measure, Monitor, and Document Bridges

The process of monitoring the health of bridges demands reliable measurement techniques. Traditional methods of monitoring the conditions of bridges are disruptive and may cause inconvenience to users. In addition, the approaches are labor-intensive, and the results are usually less accurate. Considering that there are many transportation structures that require routine monitoring, it is a […]

With a Camera and a Drone Audit a Mine Reclamation

Mining companies are often required to restore mine sites to economically usable conditions after extracting minerals. This process, usually referred to as mine reclamation, involves rehabilitation and other processes that minimize the environmental impact of mining. The reclaimed land can be used for agricultural, recreational, commercial, and residential uses. An audit of the reclaimed site […]

With a Camera Perform Non-Contact Industrial Measurement

Today’s industries demand accurate and reliable measurements. Sometimes it can be expensive, time consuming or difficult to achieve the required precision using traditional measurement methods. For most design and fabrication processes, the margin of error is small, and inaccurate measurements can result in losses. Photogrammetry enables industries to obtain accurate and reliable measurements from images […]