Research at OpenTerra: innovations for a sustainable future
Innovation for urban outdoor spaces: At OpenTerra, we rely on AI for sustainable urban development. Our tailor-made artificial intelligence, supported by solid research data, accelerates and optimizes the planning of green and sustainable cities. With ChatILP as the central software, we unite users, plans, data modules and manufacturers for maximum efficiency and security - and save you valuable time in the process.
Key areas of research for future building and urban planning
The intelligent landscape planner ChatILP, which OpenTerra has developed for efficient planning, combines these advantages.
Highly efficient planning and planning reliability
OpenTerra is revolutionizing the planning world for urban outdoor spaces with advanced AI tools and precise data analytics that lead to unmatched efficiency and safety. Our technologies process extensive environmental and urban planning information to deliver accurate predictions and optimal planning outcomes. Specially developed tools help professionals create error-free designs that meet both technical and environmental requirements. The result: time savings, minimized risks and reliable project execution, from planning to construction site, for a more sustainable future.
Knowledge transfer and problem solving
OpenTerra promotes sustainable urban development and landscape planning through comprehensive knowledge transfer and practical problem solving. Our OpenTerra Academy offers specialized courses, workshops and e-learning modules to disseminate expertise on sustainable technologies and ecological principles. These educational offerings equip planners, architects and students with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively tackle complex challenges in the urban environment and develop innovative solutions. The integration of AI tools into the curriculum also reinforces the ability to make data-driven decisions and analyze problems, as well as fostering creativity.
Ecological challenges in cities
- Efficient water use: We research and develop intelligent, sustainable systems and strategies for the optimal use, retention, infiltration, treatment and irrigation of water. The solutions and system modules we identify are integrated directly into our software.
- Urban heat islands: We research and implement solutions to reduce heat islands in cities caused by building development and sealing. This includes the greening of roofs and façades and the use of reflective materials.
- Ecosystem simulations: We develop models to provide planners with a biodiversity assessment. This complex topic is limitless and we are still at the beginning. Any further results will be incorporated into the software.
Materials, product combinations and design solutions
- Sustainable material and product selection: We research and integrate a variety of products and building materials, with our data providing important information on durability and sustainability efficiency.
- Connecting manufacturers: Our aim is to convince manufacturers to integrate their products and services into our software. In this way, we enable planners to keep an eye on project requirements and the compatibility of different manufacturers at all times by analyzing data.
Planning and visualization technologies
- Planning, simulation and visualization: We offer simple support and planning reliability using the latest AI and IT methods.
- BIM (Building Information Modeling): By using BIM, we optimize planning processes and facilitate collaboration in all project phases.
- Photogrammetry: We integrate visual aids into all processes from planning to implementation and future design.
Research areas for the creation of AI tools and knowledge transfer
We have made innovation our guiding principle in order to save you time and make your planning more efficient.
AI-supported tools for time-saving, efficient project planning
- AI planning and assistance: Our AI-supported planning offers comprehensive support. Simple inputs lead to sophisticated output for safe and creative solutions.
- Work directly with plans, images and BIM data: Upload, edit and analyze your data directly with our AI. Run simulations and get instant visualizations and data output.
- Static and dynamic analyses: Our advanced analysis methods examine the stability and safety of building structures. In doing so, we take into account important guidelines and possibilities.
- Visualization and error detection: Early identification and rectification of planning errors thanks to state-of-the-art technologies.
Advanced AI applications
- AI-supported urban planning: Our AI tools analyze complex urban planning data to help planners make informed decisions.
- Automated compliance checking: Use AI to quickly check local building regulations and environmental standards to speed up and simplify the planning process.
- Simulations, problem solving and practice: Get simulations and practical support for all phases of your project - from planning to maintenance.
Promoting knowledge and environmental awareness
- Ecological education and further training: Discover specialist knowledge about sustainable urban planning and environmental management.
- Expertise, experience and know-how: Gain practical knowledge, creative ideas and proven methods for efficient, innovative and sustainable projects.
- Standards and guidelines: We adapt building standards and develop new standards to promote sustainable building and planning practices.
Overarching research objectives
OpenTerra is transforming landscape planning and outdoor space management with innovative AI-supported approaches and in-depth expertise from various disciplines. This highly efficient, time-saving planning system helps architects, planners, tradespeople, local authorities, institutions and students to use resources efficiently and implement innovative ideas quickly.
Central themes are the integration of ecology and technology, the promotion of urban biodiversity, the fight against climate change and the creation of liveable urban spaces for the future.
Through the use of advanced AI models, OpenTerra promotes the development of resilient, green urban spaces. The OpenTerra Academy plays a key role in knowledge transfer by providing professionals and the public with pooled information to make and implement sustainable urban development decisions.
In summary, OpenTerra's research, AI tools and educational offerings provide practical, sustainable and future-oriented solutions that not only improve the quality of urban life, but also contribute to the long-term resilience of urban ecosystems and solve current and future challenges.
Planners, architects and designers use OpenTerra's knowledge and innovative tools to design efficient, sustainable, economical and creative spaces for liveable cities.
Further information on research
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