Mapping & monitoring in the built environment
Three-dimensional modeling in the built environment is being used in a growing number of applications, from urban planning and land use to environmental analysis. GeoOptics’ new 3D SAR data and products can contribute significantly to many of these applications, while also overcoming critical barriers.
Many newer approaches to three-dimensional observations in the built environment rely largely on LiDAR data. While LiDAR can potentially offer advantages for some applications, airborne LiDAR can also present significant challenges. Satellite-borne observations deliver measurement and monitoring data when frequent, repeated measurements and fast return-times are critical – and when atmospheric conditions are challenging, like during storms. The ability to collect data from space anywhere, anytime, also enables detailed measurements and monitoring far from urban centers, such as maritime transport or remote facility monitoring.
GeoOptics’ 3D SAR data and products can significantly improve accuracy and drive down costs for applications such as measurement flood depth, storm damage, fire spread, and other disaster impacts. Our roots in weather forecasting also mean we’re well-positioned to use this data for environmental modeling, including data-driven prediction of flood, drought, and fire risk so decision-makers can plan and protect people and infrastructure.