Surveying

Surveying refers to the process of gathering information or measurements from a specific object, environment or process for the purposes of analysis, modelling or documentation.

In industrial contexts, surveying may involve methods such as 3D scanning, ground-penetrating radar, thermal imaging, gas detection or manual measurements. Accurate and comprehensive data collection is essential for producing reliable analyses, designs and decisions.

Effective surveying planning takes into account future information needs to ensure cost-efficiency and minimise redundant data acquisition. The quality, accuracy, coverage and file formats of the collected data significantly affect its usability.

Surveying can also be automated using robotic systems such as robot dogs or drones, enabling systematic and safe operations.

See also: Source data