3D Analysis

Foster informed decision-making with advanced 3D analysis

Perform advanced 3D analysis to understand spatial relationships and gain geospatial insights. With ArcGIS, you can analyze complex geometry and automate object detection and feature extraction at scale by leveraging deep learning, resulting in faster, data-driven decisions.

Enhanced surface creation

Use open 3D formats and authoritative data sources to enhance surface model accuracy and geographic feature placement.

Interactive 3D modeling

Create realistic, interactive 3D models to gain spatial understanding. Extract critical insights that can be applied in an array of industries.

In-depth spatial understanding

Uncover 3D spatial relationships and patterns. Analyze visibility, distance, volume, and surfaces to enhance spatial awareness.

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Reveal new dimensions in your data

Evaluate and resolve intricate problems with heightened precision and efficiency with ArcGIS.

Comprehensive 3D analysis capabilities with ArcGIS

ArcGIS is an open and interoperable system that delivers advanced 3D analysis capabilities. Users can conduct in-depth spatial analysis, uncover hidden patterns, and make informed decisions based on comprehensive geospatial insights.

Manage your data
Create surface models
Perform visibility analysis
Measure and assess volume
Identify 3D spatial relationships

Manage your data

Explore a comprehensive suite of tools, applications, and SDKs that provide a range of analytical, data management, and data conversion capabilities. These tools include advanced deep learning models for pattern recognition and feature extraction from point cloud data to minimize the reliance on manual processes.

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Create and manage surface models

Enhance the accuracy of your surface and elevation models by incorporating surface break lines, object detection, and ground feature enforcement. Utilize surface relief modeling, spot height determination, contour generation, and other surface analyses to gain a comprehensive understanding of three-dimensional spatial relationships.

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Perform visibility analysis

Utilize interactive tools with intuitive visualization and quantifiable data to improve the understanding of spatial situations. Employ exploratory analysis like line of sight, viewshed, and slice to support informed decision-making in public safety, utilities, military operations, and other scenarios.

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Measure and assess volume

Calculate and assess volume for various purposes such as cut and fill volume for dredging, urban space evaluation, and vegetation interference with utility lines. Use vector or raster volume operations to measure three-dimensional space, support visualization, and analyze spatial interactions between 3D objects.

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Identify 3D spatial relationships

Analyze, plan, and manage spatial data based on realistic situations. Gain insights into the relationships and interactions between objects and geographic entities in a 3D environment, empowering you to make informed decisions.

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Empowering industries with powerful 3D analysis

ArcGIS delivers robust 3D capabilities to analysts to perform advanced geospatial analysis. It allows you to analyze complex geometry, automate shape and object detection, and extract insights at scale using deep learning.

National government

National government agencies leverage 3D analysis to gain valuable insights into complex terrain, identify potential vulnerabilities, and develop precise tactical strategies. ArcGIS helps enhance their ability to protect national interests and ensure the safety of citizens.
State and local government

State and local government agencies use ArcGIS to enhance operations, including community planning, park maintenance, and flood modeling. 3D analysis such as line of sight analysis helps agencies assess building impact and effectively communicate with the community.
Utilities and energy

3D analysis can be leveraged to improve asset management, streamline network operations, and identify optimal sites for renewable energy projects. Utilities and energy professionals use ArcGIS to address the growing demands of their industry and contribute to a more sustainable future.
Architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC)

AEC professionals rely on 3D analysis to improve planning and increase awareness throughout a project life cycle. From clash detection to assessing how structures interact with natural environments, 3D analysis transforms how organizations plan, design, and build.
Natural resources

Organizations across the natural resources industry use 3D analysis to manage their operations more sustainably by optimizing workflows and mitigating risk. This includes using subsurface analysis and volumetric calculations to improve spatial understanding and decision-making.

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Foster informed decision-making with advanced 3D analysis

Reveal new dimensions in your data

Comprehensive 3D analysis capabilities with ArcGIS

Manage your data

Create and manage surface models

Perform visibility analysis

Measure and assess volume

Identify 3D spatial relationships

Empowering industries with powerful 3D analysis

National government

State and local government

Utilities and energy

Architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC)

Natural resources

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