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Unlocking the Future of Railways: Altavec's Innovative Measurement & Inspection, Digital Twin Project with Sydney Trains

In the rapidly evolving landscape of rail network solutions, one company is emerging as a trailblazer in the field of geospatial technology and digital mapping - Altavec. Altavec's recent success in the Measurement and Inspection Digital Twin (MIDT) project with Sydney Trains has solidified its position as a leading provider of advanced geospatial solutions. Let's delve into the intricacies of this groundbreaking project and understand how Altavec has transformed the way Sydney Trains manages its vast network.

Pioneering the Digital Twin Revolution
The railways have long been the lifeblood of urban transport, delivering passengers and goods safely and efficiently. However, to ensure that these arteries remain healthy and reliable, maintenance and inspections are critical. Sydney Trains, renowned for their commitment to excellence, recognised the need for a paradigm shift in how they manage their rail network. This realization led to the birth of the Measurement and Inspection Digital Twin (MIDT) project.

The MIDT project embarked upon by Altavec for Sydney Trains was an ambitious undertaking aimed at creating a comprehensive and highly accurate digital replica of the entire Sydney Trains network. Leveraging their expertise and cutting-edge technology, Altavec set out to revolutionise the way rail infrastructure is monitored and maintained.

The Altavec Touch: Turning Vision into Reality
In the heart of this transformative project stands Altavec, a leader in advanced geospatial solutions. With a reputation for pushing the boundaries of technology, Altavec was the perfect choice to bring the MIDT project to life. Their involvement in this ongoing project, which spans five years, has been nothing short of remarkable.

The Art of Data Capture
Creating a digital twin as comprehensive and detailed as the one envisioned for Sydney Trains is no small feat. Over the course of five years, Altavec meticulously conducted surveys across the expansive Sydney Trains network. To accomplish this, Altavec deployed a formidable arsenal of state-of-the-art technology, including dual VUX-1HA Lidar scanners and 360° panoramic imagery equipment. These advanced tools were chosen for their remarkable precision and capacity to create in-depth mappings of the railway environment.

Transpower & Altavec innovating vegetation management

Through November and December, Transpower & Altavec have helicopters equipped with laser technology flying the length of New Zealand to survey our transmission network.

The laser surveys (known as LiDAR) capture millions of data points which come together to show a highly precise 3D view of the surveyed area and assets. We're carrying out this work so that we can have accurate digital information models, as well as highlighting areas where vegetation is too close (or risks becoming too close) to our assets and could pose potential risks.

3D Imagery and LiDAR for San Francisco

Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) in San Francisco identified that a transit asset data collection project was needed to underpin the success of its major IT system initiatives and growth planning.

As a specialist supplier of rail asset information, Geomatic Technologies was tasked with collecting 3D panoramic imagery and LiDAR datasets across the BART network and using specialist tools and techniques to extract current asset information from these datasets.

AIMS Zero for Ausnet Lone Workers

Following the successful pilot introducing AIMS Zero conducted at AusNet Services across the Meter Reading, Asset Inspection and Vegetation Management business, the AIMS Zero application was rolled out to 110 of AusNet's field based employees.

Altavec Capturing and Mapping signage and trees for the City of Greater Geelong

3D Imagery and LiDAR for San Francisco

Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) in San Francisco identified that a transit asset data collection project was needed to underpin the success of its major IT system initiatives and growth planning.

As a specialist supplier of rail asset information, Altavec (formerly Geomatic Technologies) was tasked with collecting 3D panoramic imagery and LiDAR datasets across the BART network and using specialist tools and techniques to extract current asset information from these datasets.

SEPTA – Laser clearance survey for bi-level trains feasibility

How tailored LiDAR solutions are changing the game

As in many sectors, technological advancements are transforming the way in which rail transportation is managed, built, and monitored. The most recent gamechangers are LiDAR, digital twins and geospatial data, which, when used together, have the potential to truly change the industry as it exists today.

The rail industry might not always grab the headlines, but behind the scenes, it's a world of innovation and continuous improvement, driven by advances in spatial information, automation, and cutting-edge technologies. As a leading provider of rail network lidar and imaging solutions for nearly three decades, Altavec is at the forefront of this transformation. Our rich history in the rail industry, introducing groundbreaking Mechanized Track Patrols (MTP), and pioneering use of AI and machine learning for asset identification and anomaly detection. By integrating state-of-the-art AI and ML capabilities, Altave & Sydney Trains are transforming the way rail networks are surveyed, monitored, and managed, thereby ensuring safety, efficiency, and optimal performance.

Infrastructure Magazine covers how Altavec & Sydney Trains are innovating the rail industry. Read the full article at Infrastructure Magazine

Delivering geospatial intelligence for Horizon Power

Leveraging remote sensing, imagery, and advanced analytic technologies, Horizon Power’s Geospatial Intelligence Program aims to deliver a geospatial intelligence solution that transforms the utility’s ability to quickly understand the state of the network.

With a network spanned across thousands of kilometres, the program will optimise asset performance, and keep the network safe and reliable. Horizon Power has selected geospatial specialist Altavec to deliver the program.

This article from Utility Magazine discusses the innovative capture program and actionable insights that Altavec is delivering with the world-class, cloud-based, geospatial intelligence platform - AIMS (Advancing Intelligent Mapping Solutions). To read the full article visit Utility Magazine