3D Technology

The Science of Golf ™

Our 3D Golf Course™ mapping technology allows the golfer to visualize, strategize and commit to their planned golf approach using high resolution mapping data. We specialize in integrating our high resolution, 3D imagery, terrain and GPS data into various geospatial platforms.  These platforms include Golf Cart Navigation Systems, Golf Simulation Systems and Mobile GPS devices, such as the Apple iPhone and Apple iPad.

Our 3D mapping patent, outlines and requires the use of topography and elevation derived cloud data (XYZ) in the production of our 3D Golf Course products and services. Golf course terrain and topography are vital features in the production of  golf course mapping and golf course navigation systems.  Moreover, our 3D mapping specifications (horizontal and vertical accuracies) require us to use airborne photogrammetry and terrestrial LiDAR to map and model each golf course. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Photogrammetry)

Our technology decision to use high resolution, georeferenced imagery vs. artist drawings was simple. We did not want artificial landscape creations or artist renditions. We wanted the clearest and most accurate solution. Therefore, we fell back on our geospatial expertise and chose aerial photogrammetry as our acquisition and mapping standard.  Our decision to implement the photogrammetric sciences allows us to produce very accurate, 3D terrain and 3D object models of every golf course we map… clearly the best solution for our industry.

With every 3D Golf Course project, we fly each course using the Microsoft Ultra Cam, perform a field GPS survey using Leica HDS, terrestrial LiDAR scanners, and geoprocess each 3D terrain and imagery model for maximum horizontal and vertical accuracies.  Please feel free to contact us regarding any questions you may have… 3D Golf Course – Terra Imaging.