FrIDA-AR: An Integrated Framework for Underground Water Infrastructure Visualization using GIS and Augmented Reality
Keywords:
Water Management, Water Distribution, Water Monitoring, Urban Water Systems, Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, 3D Visualization, Internet of ThingsAbstract
This paper presents FrIDA-AR, an integrated framework designed to enhance the management of Water Distribution Networks (WDNs) through Geospatial Information Systems (GIS) and Augmented Reality (AR). Unlike traditional methods that rely on 2D maps and physical excavations, FrIDA-AR provides a 3D overlay of underground infrastructure in realtime. The methodology employs a quadrant-based segmentation logic to ensure mobile scalability and low latency. Results from a case study in Pelotas-RS, Brazil, demonstrate that the framework achieves a stable AR registration with high visual fidelity, offering a scalable solution for utility maintenance in low-resource settings.
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