Alfobre (pt for seedbed)
1. nursery for hydrangea plants to transplant
2. figurative place where a large number of things or beings of a certain type are created, produced or developed
About us
Alfobre is a project incubator focused on crafting strategies and digital products in the Cultural Heritage field.
Working with our partners and customers, we design solutions for Heritage documentation, dissemination and mediation based on Free and Open Source Software.
Digital
Using and developing digital strategies and technologies that facilitate access, participation, reuse, and collaboration.
Heritage
Mediating and disseminating Heritage, both material and intangible, by integrating diverse perspectives and contributions.
Community
Engaging and empowering communities in the discovery, revitalization, preservation, and enjoyment of Heritage.
Services e products
Virtual Tours
Mediated and immersive visits to archaeological sites, monuments, or museums, through navigation among 360º photographs, including aerial views, with interactive exploration of multimedia content (texts, photographs, infographics, illustrations, 3D models, video, audio, games, etc.).
With seamless integration into existing websites, visits can be accessed via smartphones, tablets, laptops, desktops, or VR goggles, without the need for additional software.
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Cartography & GIS
Cartography and GIS services emerge from the intersection of creativity, technology, and data visualization.
Tailored to the presented challenges and needs, we craft thematic and topographic maps for printing, web, and mobile platforms, ensuring they are interactive and animated.
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Animation
Animation is a powerful tool for storytelling. Using 2D and 3D animation, with realistic, stylized, more technical, or more artistic visuals, we seek creative solutions that celebrate cultural heritage.
These services include, among other possibilities, the production of virtual reconstructions of objects, ancient structures, or archaeological sites, as well as the creation of educational videos, or animated infographics that present complex concepts in an accessible and engaging way.
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Virtual Reality & Augmented Reality
Design and development of immersive and interactive Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) experiences that promote engagement and interaction with Cultural Heritage.
The developed solutions always seek the highest possible involvement, dissemination, and longevity. We value the use of Free and Open Source Software, performance on low-cost devices, and accessibility across all types of devices (smartphones, tablets, laptops, desktops, or VR headsets).
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Tailor-made projects
Tailor-made projects, upon request, developed in close collaboration with promoters and partners, integrating Digital Technologies, Training, and Mediation activities.
The engagement and empowerment of the communities are common purposes in these projects. Also notable is the emphasis on the appreciation of open approaches and technologies (Free and Open Source Software, Open Data, Open Access).
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Training
Photogrammetry
Training in the use of Free and Open Source Software for close-range photogrammetry, including planning, photogrammetric processing, and post-processing.
Training courses and workshops can be introductory and generalist or have a specialized focus (e.g., drone photogrammetry, photogrammetry with low-cost devices, post-processing and optimization of models, etc.).
Get in touch with us and let's design a tailored training course or workshop.
3D Imaging
Training in the use of Free and Open Source Software for 3D modeling and animation. Both areas can be considered separately or integrated as modules within a broader course.
Training courses and workshops can be introductory and generalist or have a specialized focus (e.g., 3D modeling for 3D printing, optimizing 3D models for games, VR or AR, etc.).
Get in touch with us and let's design a tailored training course or workshop.
Maps & GIS
Training in the use of Free and Open Source Software for cartography (map making) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
Training courses and workshops can be introductory and generalist or have a specialized focus (e.g., webmapping, GIS for heritage or archaeology, etc.).
Get in touch with us and let's design a tailored training course or workshop.
2D Image
Training in the use of Free and Open Source Software for vector drawing, raster image editing (including photographs), and image databases and metadata. The three areas can operate as standalone courses or as modules within a broader course.
Training courses and workshops can be introductory and generalist or have a specialized focus
Get in touch with us and let's design a tailored training course or workshop.
Projects
Open geospatial data
Open geospatial data catalog developed and maintained by the Alfobre team. The data is shared under very permissive licenses.
Map catalog
A collection of maps produced by the Alfobre team. Maps are shared under very permissive licenses.
Contacts
The Alfobre team can be contacted in various ways. Send us an email, and we promise it will indeed be read by a human being who will respond as soon as possible ;)
In addition to the contact addresses, we are present on various online networks.
Alfobre
Rua Dr. António Costa, 29, 3º ESQ
3510 - 014 Viseu
Portugal
Phone +351 968 853 458
Email projeto.alfobre@gmail.com
