Singh, A.
, Speicher, M.
, Cyizere Rukundo, F.
, Schafer, B.
and Hutchinson, T.
(2026),
Application of 360 Degree Imaging and Construction Progress Documentation Platforms in Large-scale Experimental Testing: A CFS10 Case Study, 13th National Conference on Earthquake Engineering, Portland, OR, US, [online], https://tsapps.nist.gov/publication/get_pdf.cfm?pub_id=960849 (Accessed July 31, 2026)
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Application of 360 Degree Imaging and Construction Progress Documentation Platforms in Large-scale Experimental Testing: A CFS10 Case Study
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Large-scale experimental testing requires documentation of construction processes and damage throughout testing. Traditional photographic records, while useful, face challenges of organization and accessibility, and ease of use. To address these issues, the CFS10 experimental program explored an integrated solution using 360° imaging and construction progress documentation platform during testing of a 10-story cold-formed steel building at the NHERI@UC San Diego shake table. Low-cost 360° cameras were used to scan the building at key construction and testing stages. Captured images were automatically mapped to building floor plans and made accessible through a web-based platform. This approach enabled comprehensive visual coverage with minimal time investment: 10,000 ft2 (930 m2) scanned in 3 hours. A Google Street View-like interface provided intuitive navigation and retrieval of time-stamped, spatially mapped photographs. The method supported coordination with remote partners, and accurate visual damage documentation. Lessons from this study highlight the benefits of such solutions to preserve perishable information. Broader adoption could significantly improve documentation standards for large-scale test programs.Proceedings Title
13th National Conference on Earthquake Engineering
Conference Dates
July 13-17, 2026
Conference Location
Portland, OR, US
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Conferences
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CFS, shake table, testing, seismic, building
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Created July 13, 2026, Updated July 30, 2026