Japan Geoscience Union Meeting 2025

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S (Solid Earth Sciences ) » S-CG Complex & General

[S-CG60] Driving Solid Earth Science through Machine Learning

Mon. May 26, 2025 1:45 PM - 3:15 PM 105 (International Conference Hall, Makuhari Messe)

convener:Hisahiko Kubo(National Research Institute for Earth Science and Disaster Resilience), Makoto Naoi(Hokkaido University), Keisuke Yano(The Institute of Statistical Mathematics), Yusuke Tanaka(Geospatial Information Authority of Japan), Chairperson:Yusuke Tanaka(Tohoku University), Hisahiko Kubo(National Research Institute for Earth Science and Disaster Resilience)

2:45 PM - 3:15 PM

[SCG60-05] Advancing Remote Sensing and Point Cloud Processing through Machine Learning

★Invited Papers

*Takayuki shinohara1 (1.AIST)

Keywords:machine learning, remote sensing, point cloud, foundation model, 3D model

Remote sensing and point cloud processing technologies have rapidly evolved in the field of spatial information analysis, with the introduction of machine learning significantly expanding their potential. This presentation reports on how these technologies have evolved and the roles they play in practical applications, using case studies.

In the remote sensing field, super-resolution and colorization techniques have gained attention as methods to add value to archived data. By leveraging these techniques, the interpretability of satellite images and aerial photographs is improved, allowing for the extraction of more detailed information. In one case conducted by the author, AI technology was used to automate tasks such as high-resolution enhancement and color adjustment, which were previously challenging with conventional methods, thereby improving the accuracy of data analysis.

Next, in the field of point cloud processing, the processes of measurement, classification, and modeling play key roles. In particular, machine learning, especially deep learning, has proven effective in the classification and modeling stages. In the author's case studies, AI was utilized for classification, accurately labeling point cloud data, and machine learning algorithms were used in the modeling process to reconstruct terrain and structures with high precision. This enabled the generation of detailed 3D models, which were not achievable with traditional methods, making them crucial tools for urban planning and disaster prediction.

Furthermore, the author is currently conducting research on the development of efficient supervised learning methods using synthetic data, aiming to construct high-precision models even in situations where real-world data is scarce. By utilizing synthetic data, it is possible to overcome the challenges posed by data insufficiency and improve performance in situations where real data is difficult to obtain. The author is also focusing on creating foundational models for terrain data, which is expected to significantly expand the accuracy and applicability of models in terrain analysis, urban planning, and disaster prediction.

This presentation will introduce the latest trends in these technologies and real-world applications, reporting on how AI is driving innovation in remote sensing and point cloud processing. Additionally, the author will share insights into ongoing research and future prospects for technological advancements.