Rhinoceros 6 and Agisoft Metashape for Comprehensive 3D Design and Photogrammetry

• An understanding of 3D concepts

Audience

• Designers
• Engineers
• Geospatial professionals

Rhinoceros 6 and Agisoft Metashape (PhotoScan) are powerful tools for 3D modeling and spatial data analysis, each catering to different aspects of the 3D design and reconstruction process.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level geospatial professionals who wish to use Rhinoceros 6 and Agisoft Metashape to create, refine, and integrate detailed 3D models.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the fundamentals of 3D design and photogrammetry.
• Efficiently navigate and use Rhinoceros 6 for creating and refining 3D models.
• Apply NURBS modeling techniques in Rhinoceros 6 and perform photogrammetric processing using Agisoft Metashape.
• Execute and present a comprehensive 3D project.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Lots of exercises and practice.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

Introduction to 3D Design and Photogrammetry

• Introduction to 3D design concepts
• Importance and applications of photogrammetry

Getting Started with Rhinoceros 6

• Introduction to Rhino 6 interface and tools
• Basic navigation and manipulation of objects
• Creating simple 3D shapes

Introduction to Agisoft Metashape

• Overview of PhotoScan/Metashape interface
• Basics of photogrammetry and data acquisition
• Preparing photographs for processing

NURBS Modeling Techniques

• Understanding NURBS (Non-Uniform Rational B-Splines)
• Creating and editing complex surfaces and curves
• Modeling a product design

Precision and Accuracy in Rhino 6

• Using snapping, grid, and coordinates
• Applying Boolean operations and transformations
• Architectural modeling

Rendering and Visualization

• Introduction to rendering concepts
• Setting up lights, materials, and environments
• Exporting high-quality renders

Photogrammetric Workflow

• Importing and aligning photos
• Building dense point clouds and 3D meshes
• Texturing and refining models

Georeferencing and Scaling

• Introduction to georeferencing concepts
• Applying scale bars and ground control points
• Exporting georeferenced models and orthophotos

Advanced Processing Techniques

• Optimizing photo alignment and dense cloud settings
• Using masks and manual editing tools
• Reconstructing a landscape from photos

Importing and Exporting Models

• Exporting models from Metashape to Rhino
• Cleaning and refining imported models in Rhino
• Integrating photogrammetric models into CAD designs

Enhancing Photogrammetric Models in Rhino

• Adding details and features to photogrammetric models
• Applying Rhino’s tools to improve accuracy and aesthetics
• Enhancing an archaeological site model

Summary and Next Steps