Harnessing Technology to Protect Our Underwater Treasures
Brief Overview
CoralReef3D represents a novel approach to coral reef conservation, combining advanced 3D computer vision and photogrammetric techniques to empower divers and coastal surveyors worldwide. This innovative toolset enables the creation of detailed, georeferenced 3D montages of coral reefs, making it easier to assess and monitor these critical ecosystems.
Features
- Water-Refraction Correction: Advanced correction methods ensure accurate underwater measurements.
- Semantic Segmentation and Object Recognition: Automated on-image scaling for precise measurements.
- Ecosystem Rugosity Analysis: Detailed assessments of habitat quality.
- GPS Integration: Tracks individual coral colonies over time.
Impact
Global Reach: Open-source software complemented by online workshops, student training, and outreach activities, democratizing marine conservation efforts.
Research and Conservation: Empowers researchers and conservationists with affordable, accurate, and scalable tools for monitoring and protecting coral reefs against the backdrop of climate change.
Get Involved
Interested in making a difference for coral reefs? While CoralReef3D and our training workshops are still in the works, we invite you to sign up for updates. Be the first to know when these resources become available and join a global community of conservationists committed to protecting our underwater treasures.
Sign up here to stay informed and ready to dive in with CoralReef3D.
Project Principal Investigators
- Rongjun, Qin, The Ohio State University Webpage
- Andrea Grottoli, The Ohio State University Webpage
- James Porter, University of Georgia Webpage
Contact us at Qin.324(at)osu(dot)edu | Connect with us on social media to stay updated on CoralReef3D’s journey and impact.