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A robotic system for 3D model acquisition from multiple range images

Reed, Michael K.; Allen, Peter K.

This paper describes a robotic system that builds a 3D CAD model of an object incrementally from multiple range images. It motivates the generation of a solid model at each stage of the modeling process, allowing the use of well-defined geometric algorithms to perform the merging and integration task. The data from each imaging operation is represented by a mesh, which is then extruded in the viewing direction to form a solid model. These solids are merged as they are acquired into a composite model of the object. We describe an algorithm that builds a solid model from a mesh surface and present experimental results of reconstructing a complex object. In addition, we discuss an approach to completely automating the model acquisition process by integration with previous sensor-planning results.

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Proceedings of 1997 IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation, April 20-25, 1997, Albuquerque, New Mexico
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IEEE
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1109/ROBOT.1997.619338

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Computer Science
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November 7, 2012