3D linear referencing - a methodology
Rebecca M. Montsion, Eric A de Kemp · 2016
Assigning data to a 3D framework is important for 3D modelling as it provides the backbone for all analysis. Linear Referencing is presented here as a method to capture and register drill hole data in a digital 3D work environment. Several specialized 3D modelling applications currently exist that provide similar workflows however, these applications may not be accessable due to high costs and limited user bases. Additionally, a large portion of the geoscience community regularly uses full featured 2D GIS platforms such as ESRI© ArcmapTM and in 3D with 3D AnalystTM and ArcSceneTMto store and analyse their data. Currently, performing linear referencing in ArcMapTM and ArcSceneTM is a complicated process with limited documentation . This open file was created to guide users through the workflow from data compilation to a 3D georeferenced dataset. The workflow is demonstrated using real world data from the Sullivan Mine, Kimberly, British Columbia and a test dataset.