Bring photorealistic 3D reconstructions to the tactical edge. View Gaussian Splatting models of terrain, structures, and scenes directly on ATAK — no cloud connectivity required.
Gaussian Splatting represents the cutting edge of 3D reconstruction technology. By rendering scenes as collections of 3D Gaussians, it achieves unprecedented visual quality while maintaining real-time performance on mobile devices.
| Capability | Description | Tactical Application |
|---|---|---|
| Photorealistic Quality | View-dependent colors and realistic lighting | Accurate site reconnaissance visualization |
| Real-Time Rendering | 60+ FPS on modern Android devices | Smooth interaction during briefings |
| Compact Files | Compressed formats for efficient storage | Multiple scenes on single device |
| Offline Operation | All processing happens locally | Works in denied/disconnected environments |
| WebGL2 Rendering | 98%+ Android device compatibility | No specialized hardware required |
The viewer supports multiple Gaussian Splat formats, allowing flexibility in data sources and quality tradeoffs.
| Format | Extension | Size | Quality | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Splat | .splat | Small | Base | Quick loading, field operations |
| PLY | .ply | Large | Full | Detailed analysis, view-dependent effects |
| KSplat | .ksplat | Compressed | Good | Storage efficiency |
| SPZ | .spz | Compressed | Good | Niantic ecosystem compatibility |
Navigate 3D scenes with intuitive touch gestures designed for mobile field use.
The viewer integrates with ATAK's existing infrastructure for seamless tactical workflows.
Capture a building or terrain using photogrammetry before a mission. Export as Gaussian Splat, load on ATAK device, and brief the team with a photorealistic 3D model. Rotate, zoom, and examine entry points without ever having been on site.
Generate Gaussian Splat models from photos, videos, or LiDAR scans using various tools.
| Source | Tools | Output Quality |
|---|---|---|
| Smartphone Photos | Luma AI, Polycam, 3DGS Training | Good for static scenes |
| Drone Imagery | COLMAP + 3DGS, Meshroom + Converter | Excellent for structures/terrain |
| LiDAR Scans | Open3D, CloudCompare + Pipeline | Precise geometry |
| Video Capture | COLMAP frame extraction + 3DGS | Good for walkthroughs |
Optimized for the constrained resources of mobile tactical devices.
Document a scene after an operation with 3D photogrammetry. Load the reconstruction in ATAK during debrief to analyze what happened from any angle. Share the splat file with command for detailed after-action reports.
Built on proven open-source technologies for reliability and compatibility.
Planned enhancements for upcoming releases: