In heritage documentation, 3D models are accurate mathematical representations of physical objects, from statues and buildings to rock-art sites and complex monuments. ARTIFY collects data for these models using terrestrial laser scanning, photogrammetry, photography, GNSS, and traditional survey methods. This data is processed into point clouds that define object structures, followed by creating a mesh and applying photographic textures for realism.

Early 3D models were purely geometric and lacked textures, but now texturing is standard. These models can be explored, navigated, and integrated into virtual environments, with dimensional data available for precise measurements.

Panoramas are images that capture expansive horizontal and vertical views. Full dome panoramas provide a 360-degree view from a single point, allowing users to experience the entire surrounding area in compatible software. Created by stitching together multiple wide-angle images, individual panoramas can be linked into a panoramic tour, enabling users to move freely between viewpoints and explore sites interactively.

Plans are horizontal cross-sections of a 3D model, offering a top-down view of the layout and spatial arrangement of features. They represent specific levels or floors, providing a clear depiction of the model's structure. 'Sections' are vertical slices through the model, revealing internal details at any height or angle.

Both plans and sections are to scale, ensuring accurate measurements for analysis. These representations are crucial for studying and interpreting the design and condition of heritage sites and can be customized as needed for detailed exploration.

Point cloud technology offers an immersive, interactive experience by capturing and simulating real-world or imagined environments using a dense collection of 3D data points. Point clouds, generated from laser scanning or photogrammetry, represent the precise geometry and spatial details of a scene. These data-rich models allow users to explore and interact with the environment in three dimensions from a single viewpoint. Full point cloud experiences can integrate multiple scans seamlessly, enabling users to navigate through an entire site interactively. By using compatible software or advanced visualization tools, users can engage with the detailed virtual environment as if they were physically present.

Plans are horizontal cross-sections of a 3D model, offering a top-down view of the layout and spatial arrangement of features. They represent specific levels or floors, providing a clear depiction of the model's structure. 'Sections' are vertical slices through the model, revealing internal details at any height or angle.

Both plans and sections are to scale, ensuring accurate measurements for analysis. These representations are crucial for studying and interpreting the design and condition of heritage sites and can be customized as needed for detailed exploration.