PhD Robotic Vision - (Dubai Campus)

Heriot-Watt University

This PhD aims to develop an advanced SfM pipeline that harnesses artificial intelligence to enhance feature extraction, matching, and the speed of large-scale 3D reconstruction. Building on existing tools like COLMAP, you will create deep learning architectures tailored to challenging real-world conditions such as complex lighting, vast environments, and dynamic scenes.The primary applications include construction monitoring and asset management, where high-precision 3D models aid in tracking project progress, evaluating structural integrity, and facility management. The resulting technology will support rapid, accurate spatial mapping and benefit sectors such as robotics, AR/VR, cultural heritage preservation, geospatial analysis, and digital twin development.

School of Mathematical and Computer Sciences