DJA use 3D Laser scanning, photogrammetry, total station surveying, 3D CAD software and Maya rendering software to provide a full solution from capture to presentation. This system allows us to capture existing structures, work with existing CAD data (both 2D and 3D) and import existing 3D data to create accurate 3D models and drawings of your requirements.

Working in conjunction with Geospatial Survey Solutions Ltd (GSS), we work with the latest 3D laser scanning technology to capture existing 3D structures. Whether it be a Listed building, yacht hull or complex pipework system, DJA and GSS can supply a solution to turn existing structures in to 3D data.

For projects where there is no existing 3D data or only hand drawn plans, DJA can create accurate 3D models from your drawings or sketches. Laser scan data can be cleaned and turned in to a variety of point cloud, polygon and NURBS formats, depending on it's end target.

DJA can produce accurately lit and pleasing renders using a variety of software packages, depending on whether the end result is sales animations or high quality printed stills for marketting publications. Animations can be produced from both 3D CAD data and laser scanning data.

Once the data is available as a 3D model, there are many options available to the client:

Interactive online "E-drawings": These are ideal for getting the concept of a design over to the client quickly. Easily transmitted via email or from a web site, the models can be sectioned, have parts removed and marked up with comments to allow fast and accurate decision making. We are also evaluating new technology to allow 3D data to be transmitted using the PDF format.

Rapid prototyping: A benefit of using accurate CAD based modelling is the ability to use stereo lithography and other RP techniques to produce physical models of the project.

Typical DJA projects include:

3D Laser scanning of ship hulls: DJA provide a service that allows the capturing of 3d data and creation of "as built" drawings for existing hulls. This allows fast and efficient design of revised superstructure, lengthening or "jumboisation" of hulls and creation of accurate hydrostatic and performance modelling for documentation.

Documentation of archaeological sites: Using 3D laser scanning, total station surveying, photogrammetry and general photography, DJA can provide a detailed record of exisiting structures and supply accurate 3D models of buildings and dig sites that allow measurement, sectioning and interogation of structure and construction.

Visualisation work on a grade II listed building: Working from hand drawn architects plans, DJA completed a 3D model of the building and rendered various views of the modified rear extension and internal shots to allow the clients to communicate their design concept clearly.

Completion of a range of Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIB's): Working from hand drawn plans and sketches of a prototype vessel, DJA created a 3D model of the hull and tube structure. From this, accurate cutting instructions were generated to allow mass production of the vessel. The 3D CAD data was then reused in Maya to create a series of images of the vessels, a short animated flypast and web site content.

Production of cutting data for steel and aluminium boat hulls: DJA produce 3D models from 2D autoCAD data supplied by Naval Architects. This model is then translated in to cutting information for CNC plasma, allowing a kit of components to be created for the vessel. Many of the leading steel and aluminium boatbuilders in the UK use our systems and we have been responsible for as diverse projects as 3m RIB workboats and 21m trawlers.

Rendered views of a new housing development: DJA supply a fast and cost effective srrvice for transferring 2D site drawings and house layouts from an architect in to high quality sales and marketting tools. Working from hand drawn sketches, 2D CAD drawings or full 3D CAD data, we model, photograph and integrate rendered and real content to provide a convincing display to the customer.