WHAT IS PHOTOMONITORING™?

PhotoMonitoring™ is an advanced monitoring technology developed by NHAZCA for analysis and control of property and assets.

WHAT IS PHOTOMONITORING™?

PhotoMonitoring™ is an advanced monitoring technology developed by NHAZCA for analysis and control of property and assets.

PhotoMonitoring™ was developed in response to the growing need for real-time land and structure monitoring solutions. This system is based on the analysis of images acquired by various ground, airborne and satellite sensors and platforms.

The photographic heritage, in many cases already available or easily acquired thanks to the now widespread use of consumer photographic equipment, offers enormous potential for your analysis and professional activities.

This new survey methodology is based on a set of advanced image processing algorithms, such as digital image correlation and change detection, to detect changes and displacements with sub-pixel accuracy.

Applications of PhotoMonitoring™

PhotoMonitoring™ is an innovative remote sensing technique for the analysis and monitoring of land, structures and infrastructure that can be applied in a variety of contexts.

Specifically, this technology can be applied to

Tunnels

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Rock collapses

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Landslides

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OUR PRODUCTS

PhotoMonitoring™ for Tunnel Convergences Monitoring

PhotoMonitoring™ for Tunnel Convergences Monitoring is an innovative and cost-effective product for monitoring existing or new tunnels.
By periodically acquiring images from one or more observation points, displacements of the tunnel interior can be measured over time using a temporal (time series of displacements at each visible point in the image) and spatial (full-field displacement maps to reconstruct the entire deformation field) approach.

Benefits

No need for physical targets

PhotoMonitoring™ does not require the installation of targets or other objects within the context of interest.

Comprehensive spatial data

The technology moves from point data to spatial data for a detailed and comprehensive view of structural deformation.

Remote management
The versatile, automated and configurable system can be fully managed remotely.

PhotoMonitoring™ for rockfall counter and mapping

Rockfall counter and mapping is useful for monitoring rock slopes or escarpments at risk of collapse. By periodically acquiring images from one or more observation points, collapse events, even small ones, can be detected, mapped and quantified to identify the most vulnerable parts of the slope.

PhotoMonitoring™ makes it possible to obtain detailed maps of the distribution and frequency of collapse phenomena, supporting the definition of appropriate preventive or defensive measures, improving safety in areas at risk and promoting a better understanding of the dynamics of rock collapse.  

The system can be configured for full remote management.

Benefits

Zero physical targets
No need to install targets or other objects in the study scenario.
Change maps
The system calculates change maps of the visible portions of the slope or escarpment, moving from point data to spatial data.
Fixed observation point
The system uses a fixed observation point, eliminating uncertainty due to instrument repositioning for subsequent acquisitions.

PhotoMonitoring™ for rockfall counter and mapping

Rockfall counter and mapping is useful for monitoring rock slopes or escarpments at risk of collapse. By periodically acquiring images from one or more observation points, collapse events, even small ones, can be detected, mapped and quantified to identify the most vulnerable parts of the slope.

PhotoMonitoring™ makes it possible to obtain detailed maps of the distribution and frequency of collapse phenomena, supporting the definition of appropriate preventive or defensive measures, improving safety in areas at risk and promoting a better understanding of the dynamics of rock collapse.  The system can be configured for full remote management.

Benefits

Zero physical targets
No need to install targets or other objects in the study scenario.
Change maps
The system calculates change maps of the visible portions of the slope or escarpment, moving from point data to spatial data
Fixed observation point
The system uses a fixed observation point, eliminating uncertainty due to instrument repositioning for subsequent acquisitions.

PhotoMonitoring™ for landslide rapid mapping

PhotoMonitoring™ for landslide rapid mapping is an innovative, relatively cost-effective solution for monitoring the stability of a slope or escarpment affected by landslide events.

Using strategically placed cameras, the system captures high-resolution images from one or more observation points to monitor ground movement and map changes over time.

As a result, this non-invasive method provides a timely and detailed assessment of ground changes, detecting deformations and relevant movements through advanced digital image processing.

Benefits

Access to detailed maps
The system allows you to work on detailed maps of changes in the visible portions of the slope or embankment, moving from point data to spatial data.
Variable acquisition frequency
Users can easily adjust the image acquisition frequency, increasing or decreasing it based on weather conditions.
Speed of decision-making
PhotoMonitoring™ provides decision support for authorities to mitigate hazards and protect vulnerable areas.

PhotoMonitoring™ for landslide rapid mapping

PhotoMonitoring™ for landslide rapid mapping is an innovative, relatively cost-effective solution for monitoring the stability of a slope or escarpment affected by landslide events.

Using strategically placed cameras, the system captures high-resolution images from one or more observation points to monitor ground movement and map changes over time.

As a result, this non-invasive method provides a timely and detailed assessment of ground changes, detecting deformations and relevant movements through advanced digital image processing.

Benefits

Access to detailed maps

The system allows you to work on detailed maps of changes in the visible portions of the slope or embankment, moving from point data to spatial data.

Variable acquisition frequency

Users can easily adjust the image acquisition frequency, increasing or decreasing it based on weather conditions.

Speed of decision-making

PhotoMonitoring™ provides decision support for authorities to mitigate hazards and protect vulnerable areas.

IRIS Software for PhotoMonitoring™

PhotoMonitoring™ is based on advanced digital image processing algorithms implemented in IRIS software developed by NHAZCA for monitoring surface changes and displacements.

IRIS uses a combination of modern land and structural monitoring tools. These tools include terrestrial, airborne, and satellite instruments. IRIS Terrestrial collects and processes real-time data to monitor surface displacements and changes, useful for monitoring landslides and structures such as roads and tunnels. For aerial monitoring, IRIS Aerial uses drones to collect detailed data in hard-to-reach areas, facilitating the analysis of natural phenomena and anthropogenic activities.

Finally, IRIS Satellite analyzes panchromatic and hyperspectral satellite imagery to monitor changes in the Earth’s surface, supporting long-term monitoring plans and engineering projects.

NHAZCA's CARE system

CARE is an innovative system designed and developed by NHAZCA to support PhotoMonitoring™.

CARE’s technology enables precise repositioning of the photo sensor, minimizing processing errors and ensuring unparalleled reliability of results. Designed to work with any type of camera, from industrial sensors to smartphones, CARE is a suitable and reliable tool for periodic inspections of soils and structures.

The advantages of PhotoMonitoring™

Reliability, versatility, real-time analysis: these are just some of the benefits of PhotoMonitoring™ technology. Here’s what you get when you choose NHAZCA’s land and structure monitoring service.

Reliability

The advanced technology behind PhotoMonitoring™ gives you unparalleled accuracy and reliability in monitoring and analyzing data. Our cameras provide accurate measurements of displacements and surface changes, which are critical for assessing stability and planning targeted interventions.

Application versatility

The applications of NHAZCA’s PhotoMonitoring™ are many and varied, ranging from natural hazard management, such as landslide and flood monitoring, to civil engineering, where it is critical for monitoring infrastructure such as roads and tunnels.

It is also a valuable tool in land use planning, helping public agencies and private companies make more informed land management decisions.

PhotoMonitoring™ has the great advantage of overcoming some of the typical limitations of traditional topographic approaches. This technology does not require the installation of targets or objects in the study area and provides maps of movement and displacement of visible portions.

With a fixed observation point, the system eliminates the uncertainty of repositioning the instrument for subsequent acquisitions and can be configured for full remote management, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.

The advantages of PhotoMonitoring™

Reliability, versatility, real-time analysis: these are just some of the benefits of PhotoMonitoring™ technology. Here’s what you get when you choose NHAZCA’s land and structure monitoring service.

Reliability

The advanced technology behind PhotoMonitoring™ gives you unparalleled accuracy and reliability in monitoring and analyzing data. Our cameras provide accurate measurements of displacements and surface changes, which are critical for assessing stability and planning targeted interventions.

Application versatility

The applications of NHAZCA’s PhotoMonitoring™ are many and varied, ranging from natural hazard management, such as landslide and flood monitoring, to civil engineering, where it is critical for monitoring infrastructure such as roads and tunnels.

It is also a valuable tool in land use planning, helping public agencies and private companies make more informed land management decisions.

PhotoMonitoring™ has the great advantage of overcoming some of the typical limitations of traditional topographic approaches. This technology does not require the installation of targets or objects in the study area and provides maps of movement and displacement of visible portions.

With a fixed observation point, the system eliminates the uncertainty of repositioning the instrument for subsequent acquisitions and can be configured for full remote management, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.

Find out more about PhotoMonitoring by downloading our brochure