Article, Early Access,
Survey and systematization of 3D object detection models and methods
Affiliations
- [1] Tech Univ Dresden, Munchner Pl 3, D-01187 Dresden, Germany [NORA names: Germany; Europe, EU; OECD];
- [2] Univ Southern Denmark, Maersk McKinney Moller Inst, Campusvej 55, DK-5230 Odense, Denmark [NORA names: SDU University of Southern Denmark; University; Denmark; Europe, EU; Nordic; OECD];
- [3] Friedrich Alexander Univ Erlangen Nurnberg, Schlosspl 4, D-91054 Erlangen, Germany [NORA names: Germany; Europe, EU; OECD]
Abstract
Strong demand for autonomous vehicles and the wide availability of 3D sensors are continuously fueling the proposal of novel methods for 3D object detection. In this paper, we provide a comprehensive survey of recent developments from 2012-2021 in 3D object detection covering the full pipeline from input data, over data representation and feature extraction to the actual detection modules. We introduce fundamental concepts, focus on a broad range of different approaches that have emerged over the past decade, and propose a systematization that provides a practical framework for comparing these approaches with the goal of guiding future development, evaluation, and application activities. Specifically, our survey and systematization of 3D object detection models and methods can help researchers and practitioners to get a quick overview of the field by decomposing 3DOD solutions into more manageable pieces.