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3D Gaussian Splatting for Modern Architectural Heritage: Integrating UAV-Based Data Acquisition and Advanced Photorealistic 3D Techniques

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: . 3D Gaussian Splatting (3DGS) is an advanced 3D representation method that enhances point clouds by incorporating spectral image content, enabling high-fidelity heritage documentation. A 3DGS visualization presents these enriched Gaussians, ensuring high geometric accuracy, detailed texture representation, and efficient spatial reconstruction, thereby enhancing both precision and efficiency in digital heritage preservation. This paper applies 3DGS to modern architectural heritage, combining UAV-based data acquisition with advanced rendering techniques. Using the Delft University of Technology Aula and Library buildings as case study, the research establishes a workflow for efficient heritage documentation and visualization.

Source: AGILE GIScience Series

DOI: 10.5194/agile-giss-6-51-2025

Authors: Yingwen Yu, Edward Verbree, Peter van Oosterom, Uta Pottgiesser

Institutions: Delft University of Technology, Ostwestfalen-Lippe University of Applied Sciences and Arts

Language: English

Topic: 3D Surveying and Cultural Heritage

Subfield: Geology

Field: Earth and Planetary Sciences

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4411150488

FWCI: 5.689

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Cited by: 6

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