LiDAR Relief Maps
During the pandemic I started to take an interest in LiDAR and LiDAR processing. I began making 3D printed relief maps, with data sourced from open source LiDAR scans. The maps are a snapshot in time, real geometry scanned from an survey aircraft. I processed, and reproduced the geometry on my 3D printer. The map STLs have gained popularity online, and have been recognized by the SF Standard publication.
San Francisco Map V2.
36 tiles. 28 day total print time. Topographical data sourced from 2010 and 2018 topographical LiDAR survey. 4 ft x 4 ft. Printed on an Ender 3 pro.
Year
2022
Due to the size of these LiDAR datasets, point clouds must be sliced, individually processed and stitched back together. A tedious customized process.
The Golden Gate
First multi color print. Topographical data sourced from 2010 LiDAR survey. 3 ft x 2.5 ft. Printed on Ender 3 pro.
Year
2023
Dramatically improved tile lines by using new coordinate system for downloading data. Golden Gate Bridge was modeled in blender as the scans were not usable.
Providence East Side
Providence East Side, RI Map. Data sourced from 2011 and 2012 LiDAR survey. 2.5ft x 4ft. Printed on Ender 3 Pro. Maple Frame.
Year
2023
Providence Tiles
Providence Tiles placed around the city of Providence for public enjoyment. Data sourced from 2011 and 2012 LiDAR survey. 11”x11”. Printed on Ender 3 Pro. Acrylic Base.
Year
2024
