Benchmark datasets for 3D computer vision

With the rapid development of range image acquisition techniques, 3D computer vision has became a popular research area. It has numerous applications in various domains including robotics, biometrics, remote sensing, entertainment, civil construction, and medical treatment. Recently, a large number of algorithms have been proposed to address specific problems in the area of 3D computer vision. Meanwhile, several benchmark datasets have also been released to stimulate the research in this area. The availability of benchmark datasets plays an significant role in the process of technological progress. In this paper, we first introduce several major 3D acquisition techniques. We also present an overview on various popular topics in 3D computer vision including 3D object modeling, 3D model retrieval, 3D object recognition, 3D face recognition, RGB-D vision, and 3D remote sensing. Moreover, we present a contemporary summary of the existing benchmark datasets in 3D computer vision. This paper can therefore, serve as a handbook for those who are working in the related areas.