TechnologyAugust 17, 2026

volumetric

vol-yuh-ME-trik

Definition

Relating to the measurement of volume or the creation of three-dimensional representations of objects using spatial data.

Etymology

Derived from the French 'volume' and the Greek suffix '-metrikos' (relating to measurement). It entered English in the 19th century to describe scientific processes involving volume measurement.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe traditional capture systems that require complex camera setups to create 3D models, which Peripheral's new AI technology aims to replace more efficiently.

Peripheral Raises $8.7M to Expand AI Sports Media Platform

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