Principles of Photogrammetry
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Understanding Photogrammetry
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Welcome class! Today we will delve into the principles of photogrammetry. Can anyone tell me what photogrammetry is?
Is it a way to get information about physical objects using photos?
Exactly! It's all about using photographic images to gather details about physical objects and environments. Now, what's the first key principle we cover?
Is it the central projection?
Correct! Central projection involves capturing images where light rays converge through a lens. Can you remember why that is important?
It’s important because it allows for a perspective view, but we need to correct any distortions!
Great observation! Distortions need corrections for accurate measurements. Remember: **PILAR** - Projection, Image, Lens, Accurate, and Reliable - helps us recall key aspects in photogrammetry. Let’s move on!
Exploring Perspective Geometry
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Now that we've covered central projection, let’s discuss perspective geometry. What do we mean when we talk about collinearity equations?
Are they the equations that connect object and image coordinates?
Absolutely! They ensure a mathematical relationship between points in object space and image space. Can someone summarize what else needs to be considered?
We also have to deal with camera focal length and orientation parameters, right?
Exactly! These parameters are pivotal in maintaining the accuracy of the representation. When applying these equations, how do we identify distortions?
By analyzing the relationships between the coordinates and ensuring they align correctly with the projected image!
Perfect! Remember, the acronym **COLLAR** - Coordinates, Objects, Lens, Location, Accuracy, and Relationships - can help us remember this essential topic. Let’s keep moving!
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The principles of photogrammetry are rooted in projective geometry, focusing on capturing 3D object perspectives onto 2D images. Fundamental concepts such as central projection and perspective geometry are essential for accurate measurements and data extraction.
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Principles of Photogrammetry
Photogrammetry serves as a powerful tool in civil engineering, enabling reliable information acquisition regarding both objects and environments by interpreting photographic images. The fundamental principles hinge on projective geometry, which is vital for translating three-dimensional perspectives onto two-dimensional images, effectively creating measurements with practical applications.
Key Concepts:
- Central Projection: This involves a single exposure where light rays converge through a lens or pinhole to create a corrected perspective view, crucial for measuring and visualizing spatial relationships accurately.
- Perspective Geometry: It encompasses the use of collinearity equations that appropriately relate object coordinates to image points, ensuring that all elements, including focal length and orientation parameters, align properly for accurate spatial representation.
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Overview of Photogrammetry Principles
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Photogrammetry is governed by principles of projective geometry. It relies on the formation of images through the perspective projection of a three-dimensional object onto a two-dimensional image plane.
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Photogrammetry is built on projective geometry, a mathematical framework that helps us understand how images are formed. The main concept here is that when we take a photograph of a three-dimensional object, this object is reduced to a two-dimensional representation on a photo. This process involves perspective projection, where light rays travel from points of the object to the camera lens, creating an image. Think of it as looking at a sculpture in a museum; while you see it in full three dimensions, a photograph will only capture its height and width, without depth.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine holding a cube in front of you and taking a picture of it. The picture will show the front face of the cube, making it look flat. You lose the depth of the cube (the third dimension) in the photo, similar to how we see a 2D drawing of a 3D object. This is exactly how photogrammetry captures the essence of an object: by compressing its three-dimensional form into a flat image.
Central Projection
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• The fundamental principle involves capturing an image through a single exposure station where light rays from object points converge to a point (lens or pinhole).
• The image formed is a perspective view, leading to geometric distortions that must be corrected for accurate measurements.
Detailed Explanation
Central Projection is a key idea in photogrammetry. When we capture an image from a single point, such as through a camera lens, all light rays that come from the different points on the object focus on a single point inside the camera (often called the pinhole). As a result, the photo taken shows a perspective view of the scene. However, this method can introduce distortion; if we do not correct these distortions, the measurements we take from the image may not be accurate. For instance, objects that are far from the camera may appear smaller than those that are closer, which is a geometric distortion that needs addressing.
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Think about looking at a building from the sidewalk directly in front of it. The top of the building appears smaller than the base because of your angle of view. If you were to photograph it from ground level, it wouldn't truly reflect how towering it is compared to your height; it would look shorter. Photogrammetry must correct this by understanding these relationships of perspective—just like how artists add depth to a painting.
Perspective Geometry
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• Relationship between object space and image space is defined through collinearity equations.
• These equations relate coordinates of object points with image points, camera focal length, and orientation parameters.
Detailed Explanation
Perspective Geometry in photogrammetry refers to the mathematical relationships that help translate coordinates from the real world (object space) into the flat image (image space). The collinearity equations are crucial here because they establish how a point in 3D space corresponds to a point in the 2D image captured by the camera. This relationship involves several factors: the focal length of the camera, meaning how zoomed in or out the image will appear, and the orientation of the camera at the time of capturing the image, which affects the angle at which the image is taken.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine trying to create a map of a park by measuring distances between trees and landmarks. You take pictures from different angles, and you want to ensure your map reflects the actual layout. The relationships defined by perspective geometry are like using a compass and ruler to ensure everything is correctly marked in your drawing. Without this geometric understanding, your map might not accurately represent the real-world distances and positions.
Key Concepts
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Central Projection: This involves a single exposure where light rays converge through a lens or pinhole to create a corrected perspective view, crucial for measuring and visualizing spatial relationships accurately.
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Perspective Geometry: It encompasses the use of collinearity equations that appropriately relate object coordinates to image points, ensuring that all elements, including focal length and orientation parameters, align properly for accurate spatial representation.
Examples & Applications
Using aerial imagery to create topographic maps for urban planning.
Capturing 3D data of landscapes for geological studies through airborne photogrammetry.
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Rhymes
In every photo, dimensions grow, light guiding where objects go.
Stories
Imagine a photographer climbing a mountain, capturing images of the landscape. Each image helps them understand the terrain’s depth and distance, proving how perspective shapes our understanding.
Memory Tools
Remember PILAR - Projection, Image, Lens, Accurate, Reliable for key aspects of photogrammetry.
Acronyms
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Coordinates
Objects
Lens
Location
Accuracy
Relationships.
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Glossary
- Photogrammetry
The science and technology of obtaining reliable information about physical objects and the environment through photographic images.
- Central Projection
A method involving a single exposure where light rays from an object converge through a lens or pinhole.
- Perspective Geometry
The study of the spatial relationships between object space and image space defined through collinearity equations.
- Collinearity Equations
Equations that relate coordinates of object points with image points and are used in photogrammetry.
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