Abstract: The paper is presents approaches to solving the problem of creating realistic interactive 3D web-collections of museum exhibits. The presentation of 3D-models of objects based on oriented polygonal structures is considered. The method of creating a virtual collection of 3D-models using interactive animation technology is described. It is also shown how a full-fledged 3D-model is constructed on the basis of individual exposure frames using photogrammetry methods. The paper assesses the computational complexity of constructing realistic 3D-models. For the creation of 3D-models in order to provide them to a wide range of users via the Internet, the so-called interactive animation technology is used. The paper presents the differences between the representations of full-fledged 3D-models and 3D-models presented in the form of interactive multiplication. The technology of creating 3D-models of objects from the funds of the State Biological Museum named K.A Timiryazev and the formation on their basis of the digital library “Scientific Heritage of Russia” of a virtual exhibition dedicated to the scientific activities of M.M. Gerasimov and his anthropological reconstructions, and vividly demonstrating the possibility of integrating information resources by means of an electronic library. The format of virtual exhibitions allows you to combine the resources of partners to provide a wide range of users with collections stored in museum, archival and library collections.

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So far, the level of development of 3D printing technologies and analysis of the market for 3D devices have been presented. The possibility of applying additive technologies as a tool in the educational process has been looked into. It has also been analyzed whether it is feasible to introduce the RP (Rapid Prototype) methodology. Issues associated with modernization of Prusa i3 3D-printer and options for its use in the educational process of institutions of higher education and schools have been studied. Conclusions have been made concerning possibilities of introducing 3D printing devices and RP methodology in order to reduce labor costs and design costs.

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The work is devoted to the development and implementation of a CMS engine for creating popular science portals on geology with the subsequent implementation of an adaptive version of the popular science portal “History of the Earth: a geological perspective”. The following were selected and implemented as the basic entities of the engine being developed: “main page”, “article”, “gallery”, “video”, “3D-Earth”, “timeline”, “time component” and “3D Exhibit”. As a result of the work done, a popular science portal was created that allows us to study our planet in the context of time intervals, events and artifacts.

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This article presents a new algorithm for 3D reconstruction using a combination of two existing methods – Structure from Motion (SfM) and Oriented FAST and Rotated BRIEF (ORB). The authors propose an approach that merges the advantages of both methods to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of reconstructing the 3D structure of scenes from images. To improve reconstruction quality, filtering and outlier removal are applied, along with other optimizations. Comparative results between the new algorithm and existing methods demonstrate its superiority in accuracy and noise robustness. The proposed approach is highly scalable and can be successfully applied in various fields that require precise 3D reconstruction of image scenes.

Abstract: This article deals with technology of virtual reconstruction of Kazan Imperial University of XIX – early XX centuries. The paper describes technologies of 3D-visualization of high resolution models of objects of university space, creation of multi-agent system and connected with these objects organized database of historical sources, variants of use of technologies of immersion into the virtual environment.

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In this paper, we discuss monitoring of the state of murals, retrieval of data pertaining to this state and management and storing of the said data. We discuss the possibility of integration of traditional methods of mural mapping and modern methods of data visualization, including Project Tango for fixation of complex textures of inner 3D volumes of architectural monuments. We further discuss the express-scanning of automated cartogramming for further comparison of states and methods of assessing the damage done to the mural.

Abstract: The rapid development of complex virtual worlds (most notably, in 3D computer and video games) introduces new challenges for the creation of virtual agents, controlled by artificial intelligence (AI) systems. Two important subproblems in this topic area which need to be addressed are (a) believability and (b) effectiveness of agents' behavior, i.e. human-likeness of the characters and high ability to achieving their own goals. In this paper, we study current approaches to believability and effectiveness of AI behavior in virtual worlds. We examine the concepts of believability and effectiveness and analyze several successful attempts to address these challenges. In conclusion, we suggest that believable and effective behavior can be achieved through learning behavioral patterns from observation with subsequent automatic selection of winning acting strategies.

Abstract: In this paper, we analyze examples of the most successful reconstructions of historico-cultural objects, which were based on the informational and communicational technologies and were presented and available through the Internet. Modern technologies allow to expand the museum environment and to increase the abilities of museum exhibitions by creating the emotional, authentic immersive atmosphere, which appeals to modern visitors.

Abstract: In this paper we analyze the problem of correlation and interaction of two frequently used terms. We compare and describe their meanings. We thoroughly study their history and usage, and generalize cases in which one of those terms will be appropriate to use.

Abstract: The task of forming a digital space of scientific knowledge (DSSK) is analyzed in the paper. The difference of this concept from the general concept of the information space is considered. DSSK is presented as a set containing objects verified by the world scientific community. The form of a structured representation of the digital knowledge space is a semantic network, the basic organization principle of which is based on the classification system of objects and the subsequent construction of their hierarchy, in particular, according to the principle of inheritance. The classification of the objects that make up the content of the DSSK is introduced. A model of the central data collection system is proposed as a collection of disjoint sets containing digital images of real objects and their characteristics, which ensure the selection and visualization of objects in accordance with multi-aspect user requests. The concept of a user collection is defined, and a hierarchical classification of types of user collections is proposed. The use of the concepts of set theory in the construction of DSSK allows you to break down information into levels of detail and formalize the algorithms for processing user queries, which is illustrated by specific examples.