Stereoscopic applications for design visualization

Kevin J. Gilson

doi:10.1117/12.704756

9 March 2007 Stereoscopic applications for design visualization

Kevin J. Gilson

Proceedings Volume 6490, Stereoscopic Displays and Virtual Reality Systems XIV; 649002 (2007) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.704756
Event: Electronic Imaging 2007, 2007, San Jose, CA, United States

Abstract

Advances in display technology and 3D design visualization applications have made real-time stereoscopic visualization of architectural and engineering projects a reality. Parsons Brinkerhoff (PB) is a transportation consulting firm that has used digital visualization tools from their inception and has helped pioneer the application of those tools to large scale infrastructure projects. PB is one of the first Architecture/Engineering/Construction (AEC) firms to implement a CAVE- an immersive presentation environment that includes stereoscopic rear-projection capability. The firm also employs a portable stereoscopic front-projection system, and shutter-glass systems for smaller groups. PB is using commercial real-time 3D applications in combination with traditional 3D modeling programs to visualize and present large AEC projects to planners, clients and decision makers in stereo. These presentations create more immersive and spatially realistic presentations of the proposed designs. This paper will present the basic display tools and applications, and the 3D modeling techniques PB is using to produce interactive stereoscopic content. The paper will discuss several architectural and engineering design visualizations we have produced.

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Kevin J. Gilson "Stereoscopic applications for design visualization", Proc. SPIE 6490, Stereoscopic Displays and Virtual Reality Systems XIV, 649002 (9 March 2007); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.704756

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