Modeling of the 3D Tree Skeleton Using Real-World Data: A Survey

Area of Science:

• Computer Graphics
• Botanical Modeling
• 3D Reconstruction

Background:

• Advances in high-resolution sensors and data processing enable detailed 3D tree datasets.
• Versatile acquisition platforms facilitate multi-view imaging and scanned data for guided modeling.

Purpose of the Study:

• To comprehensively review state-of-the-art methods for 3D botanical tree geometry modeling.
• To classify and summarize existing approaches for realistic tree reconstruction from real-world data.

Main Methods:

• Categorization of reconstruction methods into procedural reconstruction, geometry-based extraction, and image-based modeling.
• Review of approaches incorporating additional features for realistic appearance.

Main Results:

• Summary and classification of diverse 3D tree modeling techniques.
• Identification of effective procedures for photorealistic tree modeling in geometry and appearance.

Conclusions:

• Provides an overview of current effective procedures for 3D tree modeling.
• Highlights promising research opportunities in 3D tree modeling using real-world data.