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    • Point cloud completion is crucial for 3D applications like autonomous driving and augmented reality.
    • Existing research lacks a structured overview to guide algorithm selection.
    • A comprehensive survey is needed to address this gap.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present a comprehensive survey and classification of point cloud completion research.
    • To organize existing literature based on strategies, techniques, inputs, outputs, and network architectures.
    • To guide users in selecting appropriate algorithms for their specific needs.

    Main Methods:

    • Systematic review and classification of point cloud completion articles up to August 2023.
    • Categorization based on algorithmic strategies, network architectures, input/output modalities.
    • Inclusion of datasets, evaluation metrics, and application domains.

    Main Results:

    • A structured classification of point cloud completion methods.
    • Identification of common strategies, network architectures, and datasets.
    • An overview of evaluation metrics and application areas.

    Conclusions:

    • The survey provides a valuable resource for researchers and practitioners in point cloud completion.
    • It facilitates informed decision-making for algorithm selection based on data type and desired outcomes.
    • Future research directions and challenges in the field are highlighted.