A spin out company from the University of Manchester Innovation Factory and the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Manchester.
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VRGS : Virtual Reality Geological Studio.
Version 3.2 VRGS (Virtual Reality Geological Studio) provides an integrated software solution to visualise, interpret and analyse 3D geological datasets of virtual outcrops. It enables users to import large datasets from Lidar and Structure from Motion (SfM)/photogrammetry, create and visualise ultra-high-resolution models in 3D in VR or desktop mode and deploy a comprehensive suite of analytical tools to describe and interpret key geological features such as bedding, faults and fractures.
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Digital Geology for Resource and Environment Management
Digital outcrop models have a wide range of applications, and VRGS empowers you to get the best results from your virtual outcrop datasets, integrating lidar, photogrammetric, satellite imagery and digital elevation models.
Virtual Geology and Digital Outcrop Models
Designed for the modern geologist working on digital outcrop data and virtual outcrops VRGS works with point clouds, triangle meshes, digital elevation models and satellite imagery. VRGS provides you with the tools you need to get the most from your datasets across a wide range of scales. Work on desktop or VR mode in a single, integrated 3D environment.
Outcrop Geology, Environment and the Energy Transition
Geology is important for aquifers, geothermal energy, mining, Carbon Capture and Storage (CCUS), civil engineering, environmental monitoring and hydrocarbon exploration and production. VRGS provides the quantitative geological insights we will need for future natural resource management necessary for the energy transition.
Visualise in both Desktop and Virtual Reality (VR) mode
Use Virtual Reality to gain a different perspective on your data, check for errors, or gain a sense of scale. Combine VR with virtual field trips and training to improve the learning experience. Work in desktop mode for interpretation and analysis, then transition to VR as and when you need to.
Tracking the growth and deformation of fissure phreatomagmatic eruptions; insights from the ca. 3.9 ka Nisida eruption at Campi Flegrei Caldera, Southern Italy
Charline Coudun, Paul Brichard, Christophe Basile, Sébastien Zaragosi, Vincent Marieu, Martin Patriat, Lies Loncke, (2025)
Quantitative structural geology in the deep ocean using photogrammetry: Implications for the polyphased tectonic evolution of the Buteur Ridge, French Guiana
The VRGS YouTube channel has an extensive range of tutorials to help you intepret and analyse your virtual outcrop and digital outcrop models.
Virtual Reality with VRGS: Setting up your Meta Quest 2
Virtual Reality (VR) is an incredibly useful tool for geology as it allows users to explore and interact with geological features in a highly immersive and realistic manner. VR can supplement traditional geological fieldwork, providing researchers with new perspectives and insights into geological processes that may be difficult, or dangerous, to observe in the field.
Digital Geology and Outcrop Modelling in Virtual Reality Geological Studio
Virtual Reality Geological Studio provides digital outcrop modelling visualisation and analysis and a virtual field trip and training platform, with both desktop and VR solutions.
Structural and Engineering Geology
Easily measure the dip and azimuth of faults, fractures or beds and see the results of your structural interpretations in the stereonet view. Enhance your interpretations with attributes derived from your digital outcrop data to highlight features not easily visible in photorealistic models, or to act as a basis for classification and segmentations. Create maps of surface orientation for slope analysis, or to identify and classify fracture and bed surfaces.
Map surfaces and sedimentary bodies (geobodies), and use the intergrated sedimentary logging tool to extract detailed sedimentological information from your digital outcrop models. Combine and georeference field observations and sample information with your measured sections to enrich your model data.
Construct rich virtual field trips and site visits for in-house training, pre real-world fieldtrip orientation or presentations. Navigate your models using flight-paths, waypoints or links embedded in html. The VRGS open-world approach to virtual field training takes your virtual field trips to another level. Work in desktop mode for interpretation and analysis, or quickly transition into VR mode to quality control your data. Use Virtual Reality for training purposes to give a better sense of the scale of the data. Combine VR with virtual field trips and training to improve the learning experience.
