Teledyne Geospatial introduces Fathom for efficient coastal mapping
Teledyne Geospatial has announced the launch of Fathom, marking a new stride in the development of fast and intuitive coastal mapping solutions. The comprehensive system integrates topo Lidar, bathy Lidar and a multispectral camera, making it possible to capture the entire coastal scene – from dry land to the underwater depths. This holistic approach enables the thorough documentation of every aspect of the coastline.
Fathom is designed with the purpose of overcoming common challenges related to the cost and technical complexity of topobathymetric surveys, by leveraging Optech’s advancements in sensor miniaturization, real-time processing and production workflow acceleration. The new solution was developed in response to feedback from government and engineering organizations, which identified that crucial geospatial data is missing for the management of resources and infrastructure on land, the intertidal zone and the seafloor.
Land-water gap
For hydrographers, Fathom fills the crucial gap between land and water, offering an exceptional solution for mapping the coastal interface. Complementing acoustic surveys, it delivers detailed, high-quality data over the coastline. Built to meet IHO Special Order standards, Fathom excels in the intertidal zone. According to Teledyne Geospatial, it provides data up to 45 times more efficiently than traditional methods. It enables access to remote and shallow project areas while ensuring speed and safety, covering up to 50 km² per hour.
In collaboration with premier geospatial service providers, Fathom incorporates practical features that address the needs of everyday projects and enable organizations to generate new revenue in the coastal market and beyond. The system is also designed with operational efficiency in mind. Optimized for use with smaller aircraft, it requires just a two-person team for installation and operation. Its gyrostabilized feature helps reduce sidelap, cutting down on flight costs and operational overhead.
Transforming raw data
Fathom’s real-time quality control and modern interface give users confidence in the data collection process, making it easier to collect accurate data while speeding up acceptance. Moreover, its rapid data processing capabilities transform raw data into usable point clouds, images, grids and navigation charts through automated routines, significantly accelerating project timelines.
“Fathom has particularly benefited from the collaboration with SAM LLM, who guided and vetted key aspects of the solution, including its marine depth performance, adherence to USGS topo spec, and the overall turnaround time of Lidar and photogrammetric outputs. We are confident in Fathom’s ability to accelerate the capabilities of organizations globally,” said Malek Singer, Teledyne Geospatial’s senior product manager.
