Utilizing 3D Terrain Data for Typhoon Disaster Prevention
Understand Water Movement Before the Typhoon
IMAI CORPORATION is a comprehensive construction company based in Shimane Prefecture, engaged in civil engineering, architectural construction, real estate, and recycling businesses. With a strong commitment to contributing to the local community, the company leverages the region’s rich natural resources to pursue a sustainable future. Through construction technologies, real estate development, and environmental preservation, IMAI CORPORATION continues to grow together with the local community.
Location
Shimane prefecture, Japan
Customer Type
General Contractor
Project Type
Road
Related Solutions
Issues
In a road construction project led by IMAI CORPORATION, a comprehensive construction company based in Shimane Prefecture, there were concerns about slope failures and sediment runoff caused by sudden heavy rainfall during large typhoons. While understanding the flow of water during rainfall in advance would enable appropriate countermeasures, it was traditionally difficult to grasp this information beforehand, making it challenging to implement effective preventive actions.
Solutions
By capturing up-to-date 3D terrain data on-jobsite using「Smart Construction Edge」and uploading it to「Smart Construction Simulation」, it becomes possible to visualize expected water flow based on forecasted rainfall prior to a typhoon. IMAI CORPORATION utilized this solution to simulate water flow and identify potential water accumulation points in advance, enabling them to implement appropriate countermeasures. As a result, they successfully prevented slope failures and sediment runoff—common bottlenecks after heavy rain—thereby ensuring worker safety and maintaining access routes for dump trucks.
