Essays about: "Skyline"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 8 essays containing the word Skyline.
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1. Skyline Delineation for Localization in Occluded Environments : Improved Skyline Delineation using Environmental Context from Deep Learning-based Semantic Segmentation
University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)Abstract : This thesis addresses the problem of improving the delineation of skylines, also referred to as skyline detection, in occluded and challenging environments where existing skyline delineation methods may struggle or fail. Delineated skylines can be used in monocular camera localization methods by comparing delineated skylines to digital elevation model data to estimate a position based on known terrain. READ MORE
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2. Assessing the potential impacts of tall buildings on a predominantly low-rise built urban environment : A case study from Västerås, Sweden
University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för geografiAbstract : Tall buildings have been constructed in many cities over the world to accommodate the demographic and economic growth in urban areas. These structures, however, have been widely discussed concerning their potential negative impacts on urban life. READ MORE
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3. The New Skyline of Berlin : A 3D GIS shadow and visibility analysis at the Alexanderplatz
University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för geografiAbstract : The capital of Germany Berlin will undergo a change in its skyline in the next few years.Due to a new housing policy that allows the construction of higher buildings, Berlinwill soon have several skyscrapers over 130 m high directly at Alexanderplatz as wellas next the Berlin landmark, the Berlin TV Tower. READ MORE
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4. Wild Architecture
University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för arkitektur och byggd miljöAbstract : Architecture is undoubtedly an international profession, with practices undertaking projects far away from their home territories. In such a world, it is important that architects are able to design in a way that is responsive to the project’s setting and situation, refraining from unrooted architecture transposed from place to place. READ MORE
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5. Renovated Community Centre With Chinese Historical Play Stage
University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för arkitektur och byggd miljöAbstract : The traditional play stage once played a big part in Chinese architecture. They witnessed the most common public entertainment for Chinese people, and became a unique icon of traditional architecture, arts and urban life. READ MORE