Development project

Visual Terrain Analysis Engine

From elevation data to terrain context.

A desktop-oriented terrain-analysis project for processing elevation information, reviewing derived layers and preparing useful outputs.

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VTAE concept illustration: layered terrain with contour lines and field-planning panels
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Product overview

A workflow for examining terrain, not just displaying a map.

The engine is being developed around the path from elevation input to terrain interpretation and organised output. It connects to the PFA field-product work while keeping terrain processing and analyst review as a distinct workflow.

Designed with these users in mind

Terrain analystsProspecting teamsField planners

Development focus

A practical direction for the product.

01

Terrain preparation

Work toward repeatable processing of elevation inputs and derived terrain layers.

02

Layer review

Examine terrain characteristics such as slope, contours and surface variation in context.

03

Output preparation

Organise terrain views and supporting information for planning and review.

Workflow direction

From preparation
to the next step.

01

Prepare inputs

Establish the area, source data and the question being investigated.

02

Examine the terrain

Review derived views alongside the source context and its limitations.

03

Prepare outputs

Bring relevant views and notes together for the next review or field-planning step.

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