TNO Defence

Declarative Terrain Modeling for Military Training Games

Military training simulations frequently suffer from a disconnect between tactical requirements and technical execution, as instructors often lack the specialized 3D modeling expertise necessary to generate or modify terrain.

• A new declarative, sketch-based framework allows non-technical instructors to generate high-fidelity 3D terrain without manual vertex manipulation.
• The system utilizes an ecotope-based grid that translates rough user sketches into detailed landscapes using multi-fractal noise, erosion filters, and GPU-accelerated vegetation distribution.
• This methodology removes the technical barrier to entry for terrain modeling while maintaining the high resolution required for professional military simulations.