Visualization of measurement data: Measurements over a cross section

Utilizing cross-sectional images to visualize measurement results significantly increases the reliability and comprehensibility of the information obtained from foundation structures (Bang-Kittilsen & Midtbø: 2021). Such visualization is useful, for example, in the monitoring of dam structures, as the cross-sectional image function enables the intuitive representation of dam structures and measurement data in the same visualization. The cross-sectional image significantly increases the interpretability of the measurement results, which makes it easier to monitor the operation of dam structures.

Visualize essential information about soil and measuring devices with a single image

The cross-sectional image provides a comprehensive view of the locations of the measuring points and the layers of the dam structures, enabling the matching of measurement data and dam structures. Visualization makes it easy for users to understand the locations of automatic and manual measuring points and how they are positioned in relation to the dam structures.

Visualization color coding helps to quickly identify high-risk areas and safe areas. This speeds up the detection of deviation and brings a new level of accuracy and reliability to the measurement data.

Benefits of cross-sectional image:

• Precise position of measuring points: Helps to accurately identify and place measurements in base structures.
• Understanding the surface and soil layers: Visualization shows the layers of soil and rock structures, which improves the understanding of the context of the measurement results.
• More accurate and reliable information: Color coding assists to interpret risk areas and safe measuring points at a glance.

References:

Bang-Kittilsen A. & Midtø T. 2021. Imaging the Subsurface: How Different Visualizations of Cross-sections Affect the Sense of Uncertainty. Journal of Geovisualization and Spatial Analysis (2021) 5: 1. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s41651-020-00071-6.