BGS 3D modelling is being developed at a range of scales to meet the needs of our users. A 1:1 million scale model of the whole of the UK has been completed and mainly serves as an educational tool used to give an overview of UK geology, including major faults, and can show other features such as the magnitude and depth of earthquakes.

A range of regional models have also been developed in an ongoing programme of work. These models will extend to up to 5km depth and provide a well constrained structural framework for regional, strategic assessment of groundwater and energy resources, and for deep underground storage and waste repositories.

Our detailed models concentrate on the near surface and are used for planning and development, archaeological investigations and site characterisation. We can develop 3D models of urban areas to meet your requirements.

LithoFrame
3D models of Britain's subsurface geology.
LithoFrame 1M — the first national 3D geological model.

Superficial Deposits Thickness Models
Bedrock height measurement data — evaluation of groundwater resources and possible water pollution, and in the prediction of surface hazards such as landslides and the collapse of underlying rocks.

3D modelling screen savers
Fly-through — 3D model of the UK.
Mapping from William Smith to a 3D model of the UK.

DGSM Final Report
Summary report of the development our 3D mapping and modelling projects.
2d data capture — surface topography, surface geology, borehole geology and seismic sections to 3D models and a 3D visualisation facility.

Thames Gateway Project — 3D Models
3D Lithological model — reveal hidden deposits affecting foundation conditions.
3D Model of foundation conditions — link lithological models with geotechnical properties. Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SUDS) — identify areas for infiltration techniques.

Extended abstracts of the 2nd international GSI3D conference
This report is a volume of conference abstracts representing the development of 3D modelling in the geological sciences. The technique allows better understanding and prediction of shallow earth processes and is a major step on the way to the goal of living with environmental change.

Britain's rock map is 're-drawn'
BBC News reports on our 3D visualisation facility.
Visualise geology in 3D wearing stereo glasses.

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