Real-Time Visualization of Turin Through a 3D Game Engine and Digital Twin Integration
Thesis Code: 24019
Research Area: Connected Systems and Cybersecurity
Description
This thesis investigates the application of a modern 3D game engine to model and reproduce a specific part of the city of Turin and visualize real-time data from an existing digital twin (DT). The primary objective is to evaluate the capability of 3D game engines, such as Unreal Engine or Unity, to create a high-fidelity, interactive virtual environment synchronized with live data from the digital twin. The study focuses on developing a framework that enables seamless data integration, visualization, and real-time updates within the 3D world, leveraging data already collected and processed by the DT. The thesis involves selecting the most suitable 3D game engine, building a realistic and interactive representation of a portion of Turin, and implementing connectivity to the digital twin to visualize dynamic field data in real time. The outcomes will offer insights into the usability of game engines for urban visualization and smart city monitoring applications.
Requirements
- Experience in C++ or C# for game engine development
- Python programming for data integration
- Familiarity with communication protocols and APIs
- Experience with 3D modeling and real-time rendering techniques
- Linux OS and/or Windows development environments
Duration: 6-8 months
Contacts: send a resume with attached the list of exams to edoardo.bonetto@linksfoundation.com and daniele.brevi@linksfoundation.com