The project ia a technical demonstrator: to study if a realistic 3D map can be implemented on mobile devices with a challenging features. To further research 3D user interfaces and 3D maps on the field.

The m-LOMA application is a breakthrough in the area of mobile 3D map programs. The combination of impressive looking and recognizable 3D models and an intuitive user interface makes it a very good alternative to traditional paper maps. The main difference between a 3D map and a traditional map is that using the 3D map application you always know your location on the map. This is achieved either by GPS tracking or by simply recognizing the buildings or other landmarks near you on the 3D map. In addition to this the application offers the possibility to leave messages for other users to read, the chance to read information about restaurants, public transportation etc. The application runs on many different devices including mobile phones, portable computers and personal computers.

The project is part of the Innovative City® Program.

Design of 3D algorithms, their implementation, porting to mobile devices, creating a 3D model suited for mobile use, field tests.

Interreg IIIA project

The result of the R&D was a real-time rendered 3D map of a city (Helsinki), practically a mobile virtual environment, running on mobile phones, PDA devices and PCs with dynamic content.

Helsinki University of Technology (TKK)
Finland
Mr. Antti Nurminen, tel. +358 9 451 3372

15/03/2006

Antti Nurminen

research

Urban Policy > Economy knowledge & employment > Urban economy

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