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Building 3D Point Clouds with Visual SLAM from Cameras

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Introduction:

Visual SLAM represents a groundbreaking technology that enables robots and autonomous systems to navigate and map their surroundings using cameras as the primary sensor. This project aims to develop a robust system for building 3D point clouds from camera data using Visual SLAM techniques.

 

Project Objectives:

Visual SLAM Framework:

Select and implement a Visual SLAM framework (e.g., ORB-SLAM2, LSD-SLAM, or similar) that suits the project's requirements.

Integrate the chosen framework with the camera(s) to capture and process visual data.

Camera Calibration:

Calibrate the camera(s) to correct for lens distortions and obtain accurate intrinsic parameters.

Implement a calibration procedure to ensure precise 3D reconstruction.

Feature Extraction and Tracking:

Develop algorithms for feature extraction and tracking within the camera's visual feed.

Ensure robust and efficient feature matching and tracking over time.

Simultaneous Localization and Mapping:

Implement the SLAM algorithm to estimate the camera's pose (position and orientation) in real-time.

Generate a dense and accurate map of the environment by integrating visual data into a 3D point cloud.

Loop Closure and Map Optimization:

Incorporate loop closure detection techniques to identify and correct errors in the trajectory and map.

Implement map optimization methods to refine the 3D point cloud and enhance accuracy.

Visualization and Data Export:

Develop a visualization tool to display the reconstructed 3D point cloud in real-time.

Implement data export functionality to save the point cloud for further analysis and use.

Performance Evaluation:

Define quantitative metrics to assess the accuracy and reliability of the generated 3D point clouds.

Conduct experiments in different environments and conditions to evaluate the system's performance.

 

 

Expected Outcomes:

A functional Visual SLAM system capable of building accurate and real-time 3D point clouds using camera data.

Demonstrated ability to reconstruct 3D environments with high precision and robustness.

Insights into the practical applications of Visual SLAM in fields like robotics, augmented reality, and autonomous navigation.

 

 

This project will contribute to the advancement of Visual SLAM technology and its applications in various domains. The ability to build 3D point clouds from camera data has the potential to revolutionize fields such as robotics, virtual reality, and mapping. The outcomes of this research will open up new opportunities for creating accurate 3D models of real-world environments using readily available cameras.

Oppdragsgiver

Hive Autonomy

We lead the digital and autonomous transformation for logistics and enable our customers to grow operations while facilitating the green shift. At Hive Autonomy, we bring an advanced and valuable transformation of load-handling processes, making them safer, more productive, and more sustainable.

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Type: Fra virksomhet
Publisert: 2024-10-30
Status: Ledig
Grad: Master

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