The latest version of the RealityCapture series by Epic Games Slovakia, "RealityCapture 1.5", has been released!
Photogrammetry is a technology that generates a 3D model of an object based on multiple photographs, and is used in a wide range of fields, including architecture, cultural heritage preservation, and game production.
Reality Captureis a professional tool that uses cutting-edge photogrammetry technology to generate highly accurate 3D models from still images and laser scan data. Version 1.5 further improves processing speed and quality, opening up new possibilities in the 3D modeling industry.
Main new features and improvements
High-speed processing
A new texturing algorithm and code optimization reduces input/output (IO) reads and writes and improves CPU utilization efficiency. Texturing speed has increased by approximately 20-40%, enabling smooth processing even with large data sets and significantly reducing work time.
Manufacturer's website (Texturing Speed Improvements)
High quality texture generation
Photo-consistency based texturing works with high quality 16-bit and 32-bit image data, making it easy to create detailed and realistic textures, especially when working with transparent objects such as glass and water, as well as face, full body scans, and laser scan data.
When taking a photo, there are areas that are in the shadow of an object or hidden and difficult to see, but this new function makes it possible to more naturally fill in those "invisible areas," achieving a smooth, consistent texture, even in the hidden areas.
In addition, by using the mask function, you can easily remove backgrounds and unnecessary colors that you do not want to texture. As a result, the finished texture is sharp, clear, and looks great. It makes creating realistic models even more fun.
Creating non-closed meshes
The newly added "ReconstructionWith the "Remove Triangles" feature, you can easily remove unnecessary small triangles and create lightweight non-watertight meshes. This reduces file size, saves storage space, and improves loading times.
In real-time applications such as games and simulations, lightweight models are often important, and this function is particularly useful in such situations.
USD export support and new export formats added
Universal Scene Description (USD) Integration with real-time applications is now easier with new formats supported, including the following new export formats to support a variety of workflows:
- Colmap Model: A format widely used in photogrammetry and SLAM
- Normal Texture Maps for GLB: Achieving more realistic 3D expression
- 16-bit PNG support for DTM (Digital Elevation Model) and DSM (Digital Ground Model): Accurate output of altitude data possible
These new features are expected to enable more flexible and efficient data utilization across a wide range of industries and applications.
Optimized texture fragmentation
This is a new function that efficiently organizes the texture of a model and maintains an optimal data structure. The conventional Tiny UV Islands (small UV parts) were inefficient for real-time engines and had the following issues:
- Excessive GPU memory consumption
- Increasing the number of vertex shader calls
- Visual artifacts at seams
RealityCapture 1.5 now includes "UV optimization" to solve these issues. This improves the quality of UV maps, reduces GPU load, and improves the visual finish. This is expected to improve performance, especially in projects that use real-time engines.
Manufacturer's website (Texture Defragmenter)
*For details on the functions, please refer to the manufacturer's website.
Key new features in RealityCapture 1.5
https://www.capturingreality.com/realitycapture-1-5
Active in all industries! Application fields and use cases of RealityCapture 1.5
RealityCapture 1.5 is a high-performance photogrammetry tool that can be used in a wide range of fieldsexpands the possibilities of 3D modeling technology in a variety of industries, including surveying & mapping, cultural heritage & architecture, VFX, VR/AR, full body scan & printing, research & medicine, manufacturing, and more.
Below we will introduce the main areas of use and specific usage scenarios for each.
Examples of applicable fields and specific usage scenarios
| Field | Specific usage scenarios |
|---|---|
| Architectural and Civil Engineering | 3D modeling of buildings and infrastructure, visualization of design and renovation plans, and construction management |
| Film and Game Production | Creating highly accurate background models, characters, and realistic environments for movies and games |
| Cultural Heritage Preservation and Restoration | Digital archives of historical buildings and artworks, and creation of restored models of damaged parts |
| Topographical Data Analysis | Mapping, topographical surveying, disaster simulation, environmental conservation activities |
| Human Modeling | Creating character face data, collecting 3D human body data for medical purposes, creating avatar models |
RealityCapture 1.5is expanding the possibilities of 3D modeling technology in a wide range of fields, improving efficiency and accuracy. In particular, in the field of cultural property preservation and restoration, our highly accurate scanning technology plays an important role in passing on historically valuable buildings and artifacts to future generations.
Examples of historical heritage restoration projects
Here is an example of a historical heritage restoration project using RealityCapture.
Case 1: Restoration of the private collection of Empress Sissi of Austria
This project is to digitize the living space and favorite items of Empress Elisabeth of Austria, known as Sissi.Reality CaptureとUnreal EngineThe rooms and treasures were brought back to life in modern times, helping to spread awareness of the historical heritage.
Case 2: The Zamani Project: Protecting African Cultural Heritage
The Zamani Project is digitizing historical ruins in Africa.Reality Capture By creating highly accurate 3D models of ruins and providing virtual experiences based on them, we are increasing interest in cultural heritage.
Source:Zamani Project
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