Point cloud models have become an important tool for crash documentation, but they are still misunderstood by many. Some assume a point cloud is just a more detailed photograph. Others think it automatically explains how a crash happened. In reality, a point cloud model serves a different purpose. It preserves a scene with high-level detail… Read more »
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The Difference Between Photos and a Point Cloud Model at a Crash Site
When a crash happens, photos are usually the first way the scene is recorded. They show vehicle damage, debris on the road, skid marks, and other visual details that help tell part of the story. Photos are helpful, but they do not always capture enough information to fully document a crash site. A point cloud… Read more »
