vGIS offers a construction coordination platform that utilizes augmented reality (AR) and digital twin technology to visualize subsurface infrastructure and streamline project execution. This solution minimizes errors, reduces rework, and accelerates documentation by enabling real-time access to accurate 3D models and as-built data without the need for survey crews.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Construction and infrastructure projects often face challenges in visualizing and managing subsurface assets, leading to errors, rework, and project delays. Traditional methods rely on survey crews and 2D plans, which can be difficult to interpret and may not accurately reflect the as-built conditions. This lack of real-time, accurate 3D visualization hinders efficient planning, execution, and documentation of projects.
Solution
vGIS offers a platform that leverages augmented reality (AR) and digital twin technology to provide real-time visualization of subsurface infrastructure, streamlining construction and infrastructure project management. The platform aggregates 2D GIS, 3D BIM, and reality capture data from various sources, including Autodesk BIM360, Bentley iTwin, and Esri ArcGIS, converting them into accurate 3D visuals accessible in the field. By overlaying holographic visuals of BIM models onto the real-world environment with centimeter-level accuracy, vGIS enables users to perform real-time quality control, ensure safe excavation, and make informed decisions. The solution facilitates the creation and sharing of high-accuracy digital as-builts, eliminating the need for traditional survey methods and accelerating project documentation.
Target Audience
vGIS targets AEC companies, public utilities, municipalities, and service providers involved in infrastructure and construction projects, particularly those dealing with subsurface assets and utility management.
Features
- Construction-grade augmented reality for visualizing existing and proposed assets in real-time
- Integration of 2D GIS, 3D BIM, and reality capture data from multiple platforms
- High-accuracy, survey-grade AR with centimeter-level precision using compatible GNSS and positioning devices
- Real-time quality control by overlaying holographic BIM models onto the physical environment
- Digital as-built creation and sharing without the need for survey crews
- Support for various industries, including subsurface infrastructure, utility locates, and civil engineering projects
- Compatibility with a range of devices, including tablets, phones, and mixed reality headsets like Microsoft HoloLens
- Integration with Esri's ArcGIS system for innovative geospatial solutions