MCGS-SLAM

A Multi-Camera SLAM Framework Using Gaussian Splatting for High-Fidelity Mapping

Anonymous Author
Code and data [Available Upon Acceptance]

SLAM System Pipeline

Our method performs real-time SLAM by fusing synchronized inputs from a multi-camera rig into a unified 3D Gaussian map. It first selects keyframes and estimates depth and normal maps for each camera, then jointly optimizes poses and depths via multi-camera bundle adjustment and scale-consistent depth alignment. Refined keyframes are fused into a dense Gaussian map using differentiable rasterization, interleaved with densification and pruning. An optional offline stage further refines camera trajectories and map quality. The system supports RGB inputs, enabling accurate tracking and photorealistic reconstruction.

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Analysis of Single-Camera and Multi-Camera SLAM (Mapping)

The most common type. It uses spools of plastic (like PLA or PETG) melted through a nozzle. It’s great for sturdy parts, prototypes, and beginners.

Uses liquid resin cured by UV light. These are messier and require more safety gear, but the level of detail is incredible—perfect for miniatures or jewelry. 2. Price Points can you buy a 3d printer

High-end machines with enclosures for printing advanced materials like nylon or carbon fiber. 3. Where to Buy The most common type

You can get a solid machine like a Creality Ender 3 or an Anycubic Kobra. These often require a bit of tinkering but produce great results. Uses liquid resin cured by UV light

If you enjoy DIY projects, fixing things around the house, or making custom art, a 3D printer is a fantastic investment. Just remember that there is a slight learning curve with the software (slicers) and maintenance.

Analysis of Single-Camera and Multi-Camera SLAM (Tracking)

In this section, we benchmark tracking accuracy across eight driving sequences from the Waymo dataset (Real World). MCGS-SLAM achieves the lowest average ATE, significantly outperforming single-camera methods.
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We further evaluate tracking on four sequences from the Oxford Spires dataset (Real World). MCGS-SLAM consistently yields the best performance, demonstrating robust trajectory estimation in large-scale outdoor environments.
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