OpenQuestCapture – An Open Source Meta Quest 3D Gaussian Splat Capture Pipeline (github.com)

OpenQuestCapture has been announced as an open-source Unity-based data logging and visualization tool for the Meta Quest 3. This innovative application captures high-fidelity real-world sensor data, including headset poses, stereo passthrough images, and depth maps, structured into session-based logs. Among its noteworthy features is real-time depth point cloud visualization that allows users to verify data coverage directly within the headset, crucial for applications like 3D reconstruction and Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM). This tool is significant for the AI/ML community as it enhances the data collection capabilities for 3D scene reconstruction, making it easier to translate raw data into usable formats for machine learning and computer vision tasks. By integrating with the companion project Meta Quest 3D Reconstruction, users can convert captured data into COLMAP format, facilitating the use of advanced Gaussian Splatting techniques. The platform promotes accessibility and efficiency, providing utilities for organizing data, managing session logs, and ensuring accuracy in depth mapping—all while being poised for ongoing enhancements as it is still in active development.