Non-Invasive 3D Thermal Modeling for Buildings

Document Type

Conference Proceeding

Publication Date

4-12-2012

Abstract

In the area of infrared building inspection, 2D thermal imaging cameras are the latest and most promising technological innovation with the capability to detect commercial as well as residential buildings heat variations. However, 2D thermal images have the limited perception in visualizing the buildings. As an on-going research, this paper aims at creating 3D energy performance model using 3D Light Detection and Ranging (LIDAR) system integrated with a thermal imaging camera. Methodologies of avoiding image distortion, data acquisition, and data fusion are also presented in this paper. 3D energy performance model will be an influential tool for representing and visualizing building conditions that is utilized by architects, builders, and contractors. The created model consists of point clouds, in which each point contains coordinates, temperature, and other information. A preliminary field experiment on a building is introduced in this paper and has shown promising results. © 2012 ASCE.

Publication Source (Journal or Book title)

ICSDC 2011: Integrating Sustainability Practices in the Construction Industry - Proceedings of the International Conference on Sustainable Design and Construction 2011

First Page

474

Last Page

481

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