Introduction to InCitu
InCitu is an modern augmented reality (AR) platform that permits users to visualise infrastructure projects in 3D, using just their smartphones. The Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has partnered with InCitu to provide communities a greater understanding of recent infrastructure developments, resembling climate-resilient buildings and flood-resistant construction.
How InCitu Works
InCitu’s platform turns 3D models into AR visuals, allowing people to see a project as it will appear in real life. Users can scan a QR code with their smartphone camera at a construction site to view the life-sized AR visualization. They can then walk across the project, viewing it from any angle they’ll access. The platform also supports off-site viewing, so users can view a 3D model of the project without visiting its geographical location.
Using AR to Visualize a Climate-Resilient Future
The Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council used InCitu to point out three AR models of recent projects during on-site visits. These included a house elevated on stilts to reveal flood-resistant construction, a bioswale showing natural stormwater management, and a living shoreline that uses natural materials to combat eroding beaches. The reception to the technology has been positive, with users finding it engaging and straightforward to grasp.
Benefits of InCitu
InCitu’s technology has several advantages, including reducing "engagement fatigue" that may accompany lengthy meetings and sophisticated 2D visualizations. It also provides a robust communication tool for urban planning, allowing people to visualise and understand infrastructure projects in a more intuitive way. The Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council plans to make use of InCitu to teach students at local high schools about bioswales and other infrastructure solutions to flooding.
The Future of Urban Planning
The use of AR tools like InCitu is predicted to develop into standard practice in urban planning as newer, younger graduates with higher knowledge of 3D modeling, AR, and other recent technologies enter the sphere. InCitu has already remodeled 5,000 future developments available in AR, and over 250,000 residents have viewed future projects near their communities using the corporate’s AR platform.
Conclusion
InCitu’s modern AR platform is revolutionizing the way in which we visualize and understand infrastructure projects. By providing a robust communication tool for urban planning, InCitu helps to create a more climate-resilient future. As the technology continues to evolve and improve, it’s more likely to play an increasingly essential role in shaping the cities of tomorrow. With its ability to have interaction and educate users, InCitu is an exciting development in the sphere of urban planning, and its potential to make a positive impact on communities world wide is vast.
