Drone Imagery for Agriculture, Environment, and Engineering
SimActive Inc.’s Correlator3D software is now a key tool for GMAPSNZ in New Zealand, helping them create top-notch mapping products. They’ve been using it to tackle the country’s tough terrains in fields like agriculture, environmental checks, and engineering. For more than ten years, GMAPSNZ has trusted SimActive’s platform for their projects.
This software crafts digital surface models for various tasks like contouring, watershed analysis, and making orthomosaics for project updates. Gordon Morris, who owns GMAPSNZ, says, “SimActive leads the class in mapping software.” He also mentioned that their extensive experience with drone imagery helps them guide others away from common pitfalls.
Boosting Productivity with Correlator3D Version 10.2
Recently, SimActive rolled out Correlator3D Version 10.2, which has revamped mosaic and point cloud editing tools. These updates are aimed at saving users time and reducing the work needed for edits, whether for military or commercial use.
The new version brings visual aids and a more user-friendly interface for real-time seamline editing. Users can choose the best ortho image for a scene, remove unwanted items like vehicles, or pick the best nadir image for more precise results. Louis Simard, SimActive’s CTO, said the new tools are “a real game changer in terms of productivity and cost reduction.”
Flexibility and Real-World Use
Though initially designed for large-format aerial cameras, Correlator3D now works with drone and satellite images too. This flexibility has been valuable in both business and military settings. For example, after Hurricane Irma, the French military used the software to process drone images and assess damage.
SimActive’s software keeps evolving to meet the growing need for quick, adaptable mapping solutions. Its ability to handle data from various platforms makes it a crucial tool for many industries.
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