Identifying Members of Common Structures Utilizing Three-Dimensional Detecting Information for 3D Point Cloud Model Application

Round 1

Reviewer 1 Report

Dear authors,

Thank you for your effort to generate this paper.

This study utilizes 3D laser scanning to gather real-time construction progress data and intro-15 duces a method to identify specific components by comparing 3D models with positional information. The paper is really well prepared and there is an effort that can be clearly observed. However, a minor suggestion would improve the quality of the paper.

1. Although the abstract is well-structured. However, the abstract and the research topic as well did not contain anything about the BIM. This is because you mentioned within lines 73 and 74 "we employ BIM to acquire member information and identify them within the 3D scanning model." Therefore, please state the BIM within the abstract, while the topic is critical to be stated, but unless you have strong justification.

2. Figure 2, the numbers in within the figure fere to references of numbers of equations?

3. Figure 4, please refer to the equation number within the figure.

4. Sperate the sections Discussion and Conclusion

5. Add a research implications section so the paper will be more attractive and beneficial to the readers and the related community.

6. Since the Table are small, please make sure that each Table is not separated into two pages.

Please consider the above.

Also, I hope the above is beneficial to you.

 

With kind regards,

Reviewer

Author Response

Thanks for your comments. You pointed out a problem while writing this research paper. Looking back at the paper, I noticed that I had missed important parts and references.

Thank you for providing valuable insight. It is a great honour to meet a kind critic like you. You posed an importance I appreciate your comments. You posed an important question on the paper. I was able to learn a lot by answering each question.

We received review results from 2 reviewers. Working on the revised version, I asked for additional time and did my best to find a way to reflect all these views. My answers and revisions are as follows. Thanks again for your careful review and insight.

 

• Point 1: Regarding the Abstract

Although the abstract is well-structured. However, the abstract and the research topic as well did not contain anything about the BIM. This is because you mentioned within lines 73 and 74 "we employ BIM to acquire member information and identify them within the 3D scanning model." Therefore, please state the BIM within the abstract, while the topic is critical to be stated, but unless you have strong justification.

 

Response 1:

I agree with the reviewr's opinion. Looking at lines 16-19 of this study, The text was modified to include information related to BIM in the abstract.

 

• Point 2: Regarding the Figure 2 and Figure 4

Figure 2, the numbers in within the figure fere to references of numbers of equations?

Figure 4, please refer to the equation number within the figure.

 

Response 2:

I revised the figure and manuscript according to the reviewer's suggestion. (See Figure 2 and Figure 4 / line 231-243 and line 254-264.) I think it is possible to understand more about the process and algorithm. Thank you for your meticulous confirmation.

 

• Point 3: Regarding the Discussion and Conclusion

Sperate the sections Discussion and Conclusion

 

Response 3:

Thanks for pointing this out. This study was written separately into discussion and conclusion sections. If you look at lines 264-300 and 301-327, you can see that they have been modified as pointed out by the reviewer.

 

• Point 4: Regarding the Research Implications

Add a research implications section so the paper will be more attractive and beneficial to the readers and the related community.

 

Response 4:

I agree with the reviewer. In the conclusion of this study, lines 322-328 have added a section dealing with the implications of the study.

 

• Point 5: Regarding the Table

Since the Table are small, please make sure that each Table is not separated into two pages.

 

Response 5:

I agree with the reviewer's opinion. Looking at table 2, table 3 and table 4 of this study, The table was modified to not separated into two pages.

Author Response File: Author Response.docx

Reviewer 2 Report

Review of Manuscript: "Identifying Members of Common Structures Utilizing Three-Dimensional Detecting Information for 3D Scanning Model Application"

Abstract:
The abstract is well-structured and communicates the central ideas of the research effectively. It provides a concise overview of the paper's main topics, which is vital for potential readers scanning for relevance to their interests.

Introduction:
The introduction effectively sets the stage for the study. It provides context by discussing the topic and outlines the limitations observed in previous research. This approach enables readers to understand the gap this study aims to address. Additionally, it clearly states the objectives and focus of this article, making it clear to the reader what to expect in the following sections.

Discussion and Conclusions:

The current format merges the discussions and conclusions, which could potentially cause confusion for the readers. These sections serve distinct purposes:

• The Discussion section should delve into the interpretations of the results, its implications, and how it contrasts or aligns with previous studies. It would be beneficial for the article to emphasize its unique findings and the significance of these outcomes. How do these results differentiate or extend the knowledge from previous works?
• The Conclusions section should offer a summary of the study's key findings and its broader implications. It's crucial for the conclusion to shed light on the limitations of this research more transparently. Every study has its boundaries, and being upfront about them not only enhances the paper's credibility but also provides avenues for future research.

Recommendations:

1. Separate the discussion from the conclusions. This distinction will provide clarity to the reader and allow for a more in-depth analysis and reflection on the research findings.
2. In the discussion, emphasize the uniqueness and significance of the findings. Address how this research stands out from previous studies.
3. Clearly enumerate the limitations in the conclusion. By doing so, readers can assess the scope and applicability of the findings.

In summary, the manuscript presents valuable insights into the topic at hand. With a few structural adjustments, particularly in the latter sections, it has the potential to make a significant contribution to its field.

 

Author Response

Thanks for your comments. You pointed out a problem while writing this research paper. Looking back at the paper, I noticed that I had missed important parts and references.

Thank you for providing valuable insight. It is a great honour to meet a kind critic like you. You posed an importance I appreciate your comments. You posed an important question on the paper. I was able to learn a lot by answering each question.

We received review results from 2 reviewers. Working on the revised version, I asked for additional time and did my best to find a way to reflect all these views. My answers and revisions are as follows. Thanks again for your careful review and insight.

 

• Point 1: Regarding the Abstract

The abstract is well-structured and communicates the central ideas of the research effectively. It provides a concise overview of the paper's main topics, which is vital for potential readers scanning for relevance to their interests.

 

Response 1:

I agree with the reviewer. Parts of the abstract were revised to provide a concise overview of the main topics of the paper and increase relevance to readers' interests. Lines 14-19 of the abstract (lines 10-22) were revised to reflect the reviewer's opinion.

 

• Point 2: Regarding the Introduction

The introduction effectively sets the stage for the study. It provides context by discussing the topic and outlines the limitations observed in previous research. This approach enables readers to understand the gap this study aims to address. Additionally, it clearly states the objectives and focus of this article, making it clear to the reader what to expect in the following sections.

 

Response 2:

According to the reviewer's opinion, we confirmed that there was a need to clearly explain the goal and focus of the study in the introduction section of this study, and revised the related content. Lines 77-84 were revised to make the scope of the research clearer.

 

• Point 3: Regarding the Discussion and Conclusion

Separate the discussion from the conclusions. This distinction will provide clarity to the reader and allow for a more in-depth analysis and reflection on the research findings.

In the discussion, emphasize the uniqueness and significance of the findings. Address how this research stands out from previous studies.

Clearly enumerate the limitations in the conclusion. By doing so, readers can assess the scope and applicability of the findings.

In summary, the manuscript presents valuable insights into the topic at hand. With a few structural adjustments, particularly in the latter sections, it has the potential to make a significant contribution to its field.

 

Response 3:

Thanks for pointing this out. This study was written separately into discussion and conclusion sections. If you look at lines 264-300 and 301-327, you can see that they have been modified as pointed out by the reviewer.

Author Response File: Author Response.docx