Published in Scientific Papers. Series E. Land Reclamation, Earth Observation & Surveying, Environmental Engineering, Vol. XIV
Written by Andreea Diana CLEPE, Sorin HERBAN, Clara-Beatrice VÎLCEANU, George CRISTIAN
Telecommunications towers are essential infrastructures that serve various functions, including telecommunications, meteorological data collection, and surveillance. Maintaining their structural integrity and accurate vertical alignment is crucial for ensuring operational efficiency, safety, and long-term durability. However, evaluating the verticality of tall structures presents significant challenges, necessitating the use of modern and precise methods. Traditional techniques, such as manual surveys using level instrument, are often limited by human error, environmental factors, and the complexity of the structures involved. This study investigates the use of LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) technology as a modern method for assessing verticality. By employing advanced LiDAR scanning techniques, the research establishes a thorough framework for accurate and efficient structural monitoring. The paper highlights how LiDAR technology outperforms traditional methods in accuracy, speed, and flexibility, providing a safer and more dependable solution for managing the vertical alignment of observation towers.
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