Reality capture powered by Gaussian Splatting
Recreate the world in stunning 3D - with end-to-end supply and support from heliguy™
Immersive true-to-life 3D environments
Build photo-realistic, large-scale digital replicas with Gaussian Splatting
UK-based in-house data processing
You scan the world. We’ll bring it to life
Advanced reality capture with Gaussian Splatting
Next-generation 3D rendering
Gaussian Splatting is a breakthrough in next-gen reality capture.
AI-powered 3DGS creates ultra-realistic 3D environments by blending thousands of colour-rich points - delivering stunning results without complex meshing.
Benefit from:
Real-time, photorealistic rendering: Stunning cinematic visuals. Higher fidelity than point clouds. Benefit from smooth lighting, depth, and realism - instantly.
Fast & simple workflow: Skip complex geometry processing. Quicker turnaround with less cleanup.
Lightweight & web-ready: Compact files, easy to share. View in-browser, VR, or mobile.
Handles massive scenes - seamlessly: Capture and render expansive environments without sacrificing performance or quality.
Capture anywhere, any way: Whether by drone, handheld, or both—3DGS adapts. Perfect for interiors, exteriors, or complex hybrid spaces.
3DGS: From the ground or the sky
Versatile reality capture solutions provided by heliguy™
Handheld scanners for 3DGS
The L2 Pro and LixelKitty L1 are portable 3DGS scanners from XGRIDS, built for rapid mobile mapping. Combining SLAM, LiDAR, and panoramic RGB cameras, they generate real-time, true-colour point clouds - ensuring every Gaussian Splat is grounded in spatially accurate data.
XGRIDS PortalCam
The XGRIDS PortalCam is the world’s first true spatial camera, designed for generating high-quality reality capture models.
Whereas the XGRIDS L2 Pro and Lixel K1 are designed for professional applications requiring high precision, the PortalCam - which produces accurate models - is principally geared towards visual fidelity.
Use this handheld device - dedicated to 3DGS - to capture real spaces as interactive, photorealistic 3D worlds.
Process, view, and share data via XGRIDS Lixel CyberColor Studio and integrate into professional pipelines with SDK to utilise Unreal Engine, Unity, and web platforms.
Drones for reality capture
Capture inacessabile environments with DJI drones. Automate flight paths for hands-free splatting or pair aerial data with handheld scans to build seamless, full-coverage 3DGS models.
Data processing with XGRIDS Lixel CyberColor
Simplify post-processing with CyberColor. Fuse indoor, outdoor, and aerial datasets into unified high-res models. Leverage AI object removal, add annotations, and export to leading 3D engines like Unity, Unreal, and Autodesk Revit for BIM workflows.
DJI Terra
DJI Terra now supports Gaussian Splatting, delivering fast, photorealistic 3D renderings from drone data. Export to 3DGS-ready formats such as PLY and B3DM, and integrate into surveying, gaming, or VFX pipelines.
Seamless 3DGS processing, handled for you
Built for Big Data. Optimised for 3DGS. Processed in the UK
Our in-house surveying team offers UK-based data processing through a high-performance platform built to handle the heavy lifting of large-scale 3DGS workflows.
This specialist infrastructure tackles the GPU-intensive demands of Gaussian Splatting, turning your scans into stunning, shareable 3D datasets - quickly and reliably.
Hosted securely in the cloud, your models are processed, stored, and delivered with full UK data compliance. No overseas transfers. No bottlenecks.
This service takes the processing load off your hands, delivering rapid, secure results - so you can stay focused on project outcomes.
You capture. We process. You obtain web-ready outputs.
Reality capture for the world of work
How 3DGS benefits industry applications
Real Estate
Produce immersive 3D models of properties and venues for virtual walkthroughs and remote viewings. Streamline marketing, boost transparency, and help clients visualise spaces - without setting foot inside.
Critical Infrastructure
Digitally replicate complex assets for remote inspection, condition monitoring, and maintenance planning. Reduce site visits, improve safety, and support digital twins for smarter lifecycle management.
VFX / Film
Generate high-res environments for set design, virtual production, and photorealistic location replication. Save time and costs while enhancing creative flexibility and realism.
Conservation & Tourism
Turn landmarks and cultural sites into immersive virtual experiences. Boost global reach, improve accessibility, and preserve history through engaging 3D archives.
Education
Deliver virtual campus tours and open days. Increase accessibility and decision-making for prospective students—bringing your institution to life, anywhere in the world.
Public Safety
Gain real-time awareness with accurate 3D reconstructions of crime or incident scenes. Enhance planning, investigation, and communication while preserving critical evidence.
Defence
Rapidly model terrain and mission zones for improved tactical planning, training, and recon. Deliver up-to-date, high-fidelity intelligence to boost safety and awareness.
AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction)
Capture accurate site data for design validation, progress tracking, and stakeholder alignment. Reduce rework, support BIM workflows, and deliver projects with confidence.
3DGS reality capture for infrastructure monitoring
"This type of capture brings many benefits to all parts of the rail industry - useful for safety planning, construction oversight, and assessments." - Network Rail asset engineer, Ken Durling
heliguy™: Your reality capture partner
Leverage our in-house infrastructure to accelerate your adoption of 3DGS
Video gallery: Reality capture in action
3DGS in the real world
Advanced tech stack for reality capture
End-to-end ecosystem: Handheld scanners, drones, software
- XGRIDS
- Drones
- Payloads
- Software
