Virtual 3D City Models

Dear Colleagues,

Virtual 3D City Models, in varying forms of extent and detail, are becoming more common, yet their usage might still be limited. While virtual 3D city models have great potential in supporting the planning, simulation, and operation of cities, districts, and neighborhoods, there are still many obstacles to the use of virtual 3D city models as "digital twins". In this Special Issue, we are less concerned with what may strictly define a digital twin, or what technical challenges may exist with respect to the development of such a digital twin. Instead, we would like to share knowledge on innovative uses of virtual 3D city models for planning, simulation, and operation. We are especially interested in use cases that have surpassed the conceptual and hypothetical realm and have seen some accomplishment in practice. We want to learn from both successful and less successful demonstrations of the use of virtual 3D city models to plan, simulate, and operate our urban environments. We are interested in potential best practices, as well as lessons learned, that can inspire others to follow up and explore similar or complimentary applications of virtual 3D city models. Obviously, no one size does not fit all and, as such, comparing successful practices and lessons learned is the best way forward to ensure a reasonable perspective of a complete, successful, and effective use of the potential of 3D virtual city models. This Special Issue aims to make an important step toward this ultimate objective.

Dr. Rudi Stouffs
Guest Editor

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