Cameleon Capture is a Belgian-based company specializing in advanced 3D digital replication using Gaussian Splatting technology. Our mission is to bridge the gap between cultural heritage and modern technology, creating hyper-realistic digital replicas that preserve and democratize access to invaluable artifacts and spaces.
Our Focus:
We focus on leveraging cutting-edge AI-driven techniques (neural rendering) to accurately capture and preserve cultural heritage assets in stunning detail. By implementing Gaussian Splatting, we deliver ultra-lightweight yet photorealistic 3D models that can be accessed on any device — web, mobile, VR, AR — without the need for extensive processing power or heavy data loads.
Impact in Cultural Heritage:
We are committed to supporting museums, archives, and cultural institutions in their efforts to safeguard heritage assets for future generations while making them accessible to a global audience. Our work is driven by three key objectives:
Conservation: We digitally preserve artifacts, architectural structures, and historical objects, ensuring their longevity and safeguarding them against physical deterioration.
Accessibility: By creating interactive 3D models, we make cultural heritage accessible to broader audiences, including remote learners, researchers, and art enthusiasts worldwide.
User Experience: Our lightweight 3D models offer a seamless and immersive experience, allowing users to explore intricate details in real-time without latency or technical barriers.
Key Projects:
Museum Speelklok, Utrecht: We developed a Proof of Concept that digitized intricate self-playing musical instruments, enhancing their accessibility while maintaining impeccable visual fidelity.
European Cultural Heritage and Cultural and Creative Industries | HORIZON-CL2-2025
HERITAGE-03: A European Collaborative Cloud for Cultural Heritage – Innovative use casesHERITAGE-04: Leveraging artificial intelligence for creativity-driven innovationHERITAGE-05: Evolution of culture in a virtualising worldHERITAGE-08: Bridging historical past and future potential through conservation, preservation, and adaptive use of Europe’s contentious and dissonant heritage
Seeking partners to apply hyperrealistic 3D digitisation (3DGS) for heritage preservation and digital public access.
HERITAGE-05: Evolution of culture in a virtualising world
HERITAGE-04: Leveraging artificial intelligence for creativitydriven innovation
HERITAGE-03: A European Collaborative Cloud for Cultural Heritage – Innovative use cases
HERITAGE-08: Bridging historical past and future potential through conservation, preservation, and adaptive use of Europe’s contentious and dissonant heritage