Capture.
Five high-resolution cameras document the visible structure surfaces during the automated scan.
CLEVERSCAN / KNOWLEDGE & PRACTICE
Digital manhole inspection
Optical inspection and geometry in one dataset
Technical basis
CleverScan is not a conventional camera solution. The system combines optical inspection, laser-based measurement and structured documentation to create a robust digital basis for condition assessment, planning, operation and rehabilitation.
Automated capture creates reproducible datasets instead of isolated snapshots. The value lies not in a single image, but in the relationship between visible condition and measured geometry.
Measure.
Twelve line lasers capture the manhole geometry. Four additional lasers record the invert area.
Position.
With supplementary surveying equipment, the point cloud can be tied into plan and elevation control.
Document.
K3000 combines operation, evaluation and documentation and supports downstream processing of the results.
CAMERA
Five high-resolution cameras
Four side cameras and one front camera provide high-resolution image data. The resulting overall image and model are available in 4K resolution. Integrated lighting supports consistent optical capture.
DATA
Technical basis
| Optical capture | 5 high-resolution cameras | 4 side cameras + 1 front camera |
|---|---|---|
| Overall image / model | 4K resolution | Result representation from the captured image data |
| Scan time | < 1 min | Reference: manhole with 3 m depth |
Note: operating conditions, surfaces, shading and positioning influence the quality of laser data capture. Performance data must therefore always be assessed in the context of the specific measurement task.
Q&A
Technical questions
What does CleverScan capture?
Five high-resolution cameras document visible structural surfaces. Twelve line lasers capture shaft wall geometry; four additional lasers capture the lower shaft area, including the channel.
Does CleverScan use five 4K cameras?
No. CleverScan has five high-resolution cameras: four side cameras and one front camera. The 4K specification applies to the composed overall image and model, not to each camera.
How fast is a scan?
For a reference shaft 3 m deep, the scan itself takes less than one minute. Setup, positioning, data checks and relocation require additional time.