UVision develops a 3D scanner specifically designed for underwater inspections, producing photorealistic and measurable 3D models of submerged assets. This technology provides detailed visualizations that enhance decision-making for maintenance activities, reducing costs and improving transparency in asset management.
Funding
$70K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Underwater inspections of submerged assets traditionally rely on manual video review and human interpretation, which can be time-consuming, subjective, and prone to errors. Surveying bridge foundations underwater often requires engaging diving teams, which can be costly and risky.
Solution
UVision provides a 3D scanner designed for underwater inspections, generating photorealistic and measurable 3D models of submerged assets with sub-millimeter accuracy. The scanner captures overlapping photos from different angles using a global shutter stereo camera, which are then processed by photogrammetry software into accurate 3D models. These models provide a detailed overview of asset state, enabling early problem detection and change tracking over time. The system offers flexible mounting options, including ROV, pole, and handheld configurations, and is complemented by intuitive software for controlling the scanner and inspecting point clouds.
Target Audience
The primary customers are operators of underwater assets, inspection service providers, and infrastructure maintenance teams who require detailed and accurate 3D models for asset monitoring, damage assessment, and maintenance planning.
Features
- Global shutter stereo camera for capturing overlapping photos from different angles
- Photogrammetry software for automated processing of images into accurate 3D models
- Real-time software tracks and visualizes progress throughout the scan
- Flexible mounting options: ROV, pole, and handheld
- Intuitive software (UController) for controlling the scanner, viewing live video feeds, and inspecting point clouds (available for Windows, Linux and Mac)
- Compact and lightweight design (scanner dimensions: 16 x 9 x 20 cm, buoyant weight: 400g)
- Depth rating of 200 meters