Reconstruction of Building Facades in 3D for Remote Inspection Using a Multicopter

Abstract

This thesis' focus is on how computer vision can be used to reconstruct building facades in 3D based on images taken by an unmanned aerial vehicle for the purpose of inspection. It explores and presents different algorithms needed for 3D reconstruction of facades and how this can be used to improve facade inspection both in terms of user friendliness for the operator and increased efficiency. The thesis resulted in a reconstruction application with an interactive graphical user interface and discussions around how the unmanned aerial vehicle would do the inspection.