Analysis of Mobile 3D Depth Sensors in Capturing and Modelling Indoor Scene

3D modelling of an environment allows us to understand more of the particular scene. An indoor scene needs to be modelled properly as it could bring various advantages in applications of Architectural / Engineering / Construction area. The availability of sensors that capable in capturing 3D information has contributes to the gratification in producing such models. This paper analyses the performance of two depth sensors in capturing interior scene for modelling. In this study, Structure sensor, which is known for its mobility, was used with Kinect sensor that is placed on a mobile platform to collect data of various indoor environments and results were compared. Several parameters were chosen as the performance indicators in evaluating their performances. In general, both sensors are capable to capture indoor environment data that can be used to be modelled in 3D.