Promoting Digital Transformation in Yokosuka City — Streamlining Design and Construction Management Through 3D Scanning
Here is a case study on the use of “ Scanat” at Yokosuka City Hall.
The Yokosuka City Urban Development Department, which is responsible for the renovation and maintenance of public facilities in Yokosuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture, has introduced the 3D scanning app “Scanat "—a 3D scanning app compatible with iPhones and iPads—with the goals of streamlining on-site surveys, reducing the workload on staff, and improving citizen services.
Background
In renovation projects for public facilities, existing drawings are often incomplete. Until now, reliance on photographs and manual measurements has led to omissions in dimensional measurements and the need for additional on-site surveys. Furthermore, preparing the materials necessary for design and cost estimation was time-consuming, and the inability to fully utilize the information gathered on-site posed a significant challenge.
How to Use It
- Understanding Site Conditions: Use 3D models to intuitively verify site conditions and the details of renovation work
- Measurement: Calculating accurate dimensions and areas from scan data
- Scanning: Perform a 3D scan of the entire site in just a few minutes, create a model on the spot, and use it to verify design and construction progress
Pros
- Ease of use: It’s easy to get started, and since on-site conditions are immediately converted into 3D models, it has been well-received by staff.
- Improved Information Sharing: By using 3D models, design details and renovation plans can be intuitively understood and shared among stakeholders.
- Proven Track Record and Trust: Since its introduction, the system has been used in multiple public facilities, helping to streamline design and construction management.
- Application to Maintenance and Repair Planning: By utilizing the acquired 3D data for long-term building management and repair planning, we can expect to improve efficiency and the accuracy of decision-making in the future.
In Yokosuka City,Scanat in Yokosuka City is gaining traction not only as a way to make on-site surveys and explanations to customers easier to understand but also as an initiative that contributes to the future maintenance and management of buildings.
We will continue to provide support so that the use of 3D data can contribute to the creation of safe and comfortable communities.
