AI-powered VR helps planners design better cities

Researchers have developed a method pairing computer vision and machine learning to scan architectural drawings and physical buildings, automatically generating realistic virtual reality environments. This approach reduces the manual labor of conventional 3D modeling, enabling architects and planners to simulate transport, emergency responses, and infrastructure projects digitally before breaking ground.

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