3D city models provide a level playing field true to reality for transport simulators (fire, ambulance, military etc.), who train the staff to various scenarios of missions. These simulators allow their user to deepen the knowledge of places of mission and prepare them to react to difficult circumstances (weather, congestion or accident of transport etc…). They also test and compare with the professionals of new measures (extension of transmission line, new road signs etc…) before applying them in the field.
Berlin tram Simulator – source: Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe AG
Each level of detail for 3D city models are its application: LoD1 will be reserved for flights and ships, simulators while LoD2 and LoD3 will be adapted to transport and outdoor environment simulators. For training interventions within buildings (firefighter, military etc.), a LoD4 will be necessary.
Prerequisite: Model town 3D (application-dependent LoD) and of land including transport, vegetation, and dynamic models (people and vehicles)
Initiatives & contacts
- Overview of the uses of models of 3D city for simulators (link in German)
- Contact: Frank Bildstein