This project was an academic assessment focusing on the application of photogrammetry to analyse deep-sea wrecks. The goal of the project was to investigate the possible applications of photogrammetric modelling for public engagement.

 

I began aligning the UHD Cathx photographs obtained from the University of Southampton in Agisoft Metashape to form a basic dense cloud. The core formation of points was also manually cleaned of errors by selecting individual points in the areas between the ribs and suspended objects. Next, the mesh layer was formed, which allowed for the optimal three-dimensional reconstruction of the Black Sea wreck. A further step taken was the creation of a texture model. The texture layer option and the resulting Wavefront OBJ file were created for future public engagement scenarios within virtual and augmented reality software in addition to 3D printing applications.

 

This project was a unique opportunity to further my knowledge in 3D modelling as well as virtual and augmented reality software programmes. The project aimed to test numerous digital approaches to determine the application of photogrammetry on deep-sea wrecks.