Three-dimensional space is a geometric model of the physical universe in which we live. The three dimensions are commonly called length, width, and depth (or height), although any three mutually perpendicular directions can serve as the three dimensions. In the context of new technologies and the Internet, 3D is used for computer simulations (e.g. eHealth), virtual environments etc.[Source: Wikipedia]
3D is addressed in the ICT work programme 2011/12 (p. 21, 22, 40, 41, 47, 59, 93, 111) under the following challenges/objectives:
> Challenge 3: Alternative Paths to Components and Systems
Objective ICT-2011.3.1 Very advanced nanoelectronic components: design, engineering,technology and manufacturability
> Challenge 4: Technologies for Digital Content and Languages
Objective ICT-2011.4.3 Digital Preservation
a) More reliable and secure preservation technologies and methods;
b) Open and extendable platforms for building services that support use of cultural resources for research and education,
c) Improved and affordable technologies for the digitisation of specialised forms of cultural resources, including tools for virtual reconstructions e.g. 3D modelling)
> Challenge 5: ICT for Health, Ageing Well, Inclusion and Governance
Objective ICT-2011.1.5 Networked Media and Search Systems
c) multimedia search
> Challenge 6:ICT for a Low Carbon Economy
Objective ICT-2011.1.6 Future Internet Research and Experimentation (FIRE)
Objective ICT-2011.10.1 EU-Brazil Research and Development cooperation
a) Microelectronics/Microsystems (3D integration)
