A Consistent Methodology for Forensic Photogrammetry Scanning of Human Remains Using a Single Handheld DSLR Camera

Overview

Journal Forensic Sci Res

Publisher Oxford University Press

Specialty Forensic Sciences

Date 2024 Feb 26

PMID 38405626

Authors

Zsolt Ujvari

Mate Metzger

Gergely Gardonyi

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Abstract

Key Points: Close-range photogrammetry is an easy, fast, and cheap way to acquire 3D models of human remains of forensic importance.A carefully composed, tested, and systematic photographing procedure has a key role and can greatly increase the quality of photogrammetry models.A photogrammetry-based 3D-digitalization technique could be developed and adopted as part of the daily routine during autopsies.Photogrammetry-based 3D models are much quicker to acquire, look more photorealistic, and are almost as accurate as certain laser scanner-based models.

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