Virtual Reality Maps

The video discusses a project led by Steve Seitz and his team at the University of Washington, where they reconstructed Rome's landmarks using 500 computers and 150,000 images in just 21 hours. Supported by the National Science Foundation, the project aims to create large-scale 3D models from internet photos. The process involves identifying images on Flickr, converting 2D stills into 3D objects, and achieving high accuracy. The technology has potential applications in online mapping, video games, and more, offering virtual experiences of real-world locations.

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