5G Virtual Reality Crime Scene Capture

What we are doing 

In this project, we will explore the feasibility of a system that rapidly captures and reconstructs 3D representations of indoor and outdoor crime scenes and sends these to Virtual Reality VR headsets, facilitated by 5G connectivity. This technology will enable us to bring the scene to forensic experts.  

Why are we doing it? 

Currently, a VR representation of indoor scenes is generated after taking high-resolution images of the scene which are fed to a remote high-end workstation (PC). The current method for VR generation can take several hours but this new approach using 5G will enable rapid remote access to the scene. 

How we will do it

We will capture complex (spatial) data within indoor and outdoor scenes using an array of different imaging sensors including robotic image capture. The data will be transmitted to a dedicated scalable cloud computer resource using 5G connectivity where the VR environment will be rapidly rendered. The reconstructed VR environment will be delivered to remote VR headsets using 5G technology. This will enable forensic investigators to experience a fully immersive scene, through a secure communication channel established between the expert and the crime scene.  

This project is funded by the Tay5G Promising Innovations in Scotland Challenge Fund from The Scotland 5G Centre.