About TerraLens
TerraLens is a mapping and visualization software platform from Kongsberg Geospatial that supports the development of geospatial applications. It provides features such as 2D and 3D visualization, data integration, and real-time monitoring so users can effectively analyze and display geographic information. TerraLens is designed to handle large datasets and facilitate complex spatial queries. It is suitable for various applications including defense, transportation, and environmental monitoring. Key capabilities: real-time data processing multi-resolution visualization API access customizable interfaces extensive format support Best for: developers and analysts that need to create geospatial applications and manage geographic data efficiently.
TerraLens is a mature, high‑performance real-time geospatial SDK from Kongsberg Geospatial — designed from the ground up for mission‑critical applications spanning defense, air traffic control, unmanned systems, maritime, and emergency response. Its strength lies in its capability to render complex 2D/3D maps, elevation data, real-time sensor tracks (radar/sonar/UAV feeds) and overlay multiple layers — all with high precision (down to 1 cm/pixel) and outstanding performance even on low-power hardware. The flexibility of supporting C++, Java, C# and multiple GUI frameworks, along with deployment on Windows, Linux or Android, makes it adaptable to a wide variety of development environments. The rich ecosystem — including a map tile server, mobile SDK, web-based WebGL engine and map packaging tools — enables full lifecycle workflows from map authoring to deployment on desktop, web or mobile platforms. For organizations needing robust situational awareness — e.g., defense integrators, air traffic management, UAS operators — TerraLens offers a powerful, well-proven foundation. On the downside, TerraLens is proprietary, and documentation / community resources appear limited to licensed customers.
Pros & Cons
- Smoothly renders complex 3D terrain and high-resolution maps at high frame rates
- Supports vector, raster, elevation, web, and maritime chart formats for broad data compatibility
- Compliant with MIL-STD-2525 B/C/D and APP-6A/B symbology standards for military-grade mapping
- Provides APIs for C++, Java, and C# allowing multi-language development and integration
- Includes a comprehensive ecosystem of server, mobile, web, and map creation tools for full application lifecycle
- Steep learning curve for new users due to SDK complexity and multiple modules
- High hardware requirements for optimal performance with large datasets
- Primarily designed for specialized industries, making it less suitable for general-purpose GIS applications
- Proprietary software requires licensing and is not open-source, limiting modification and redistribution
Features
Key features
Display over 100,000 real-time tracks simultaneously in 2D and 3D
Visualize multiple vector, raster, elevation, and imagery layers for complex situational awareness
Compatible with most vector, raster, elevation, and web map data formats
Supports more than 20 spheroids and 30 map projections
Compliant with MIL-STD-2525 B/C/D, APP-6A/B and allows custom symbols
Display geo-referenced live video data within geospatial maps
Available on Windows, Linux, Android with support for ARM and low-power architectures
C++, Java, and C# for flexible development environments
Works with Qt, QML, Java GUI frameworks, and .NET/WPF
Smooth and efficient rendering of complex 3D terrain
Supports radar, sonar, and other high-data-rate sensor feeds
Includes TerraLens Server, TerraLens Creator, TerraLens 3DWeb, TerraLens Mobile
Additional features
Display over 100,000 real-time tracks simultaneously in 2D and 3D
Visualize multiple vector, raster, elevation, and imagery layers for complex situational awareness
Compatible with most vector, raster, elevation, and web map data formats
Supports more than 20 spheroids and 30 map projections
Compliant with MIL-STD-2525 B/C/D, APP-6A/B and allows custom symbols
Display geo-referenced live video data within geospatial maps
Available on Windows, Linux, Android with support for ARM and low-power architectures
C++, Java, and C# for flexible development environments
Works with Qt, QML, Java GUI frameworks, and .NET/WPF
Smooth and efficient rendering of complex 3D terrain
Supports radar, sonar, and other high-data-rate sensor feeds
Includes TerraLens Server, TerraLens Creator, TerraLens 3DWeb, TerraLens Mobile
Provides high-precision mapping for mission-critical operations
Allows developers to fully control rendering, data visualization, and map interactions
Decades of development with deployment in defense, air traffic, and maritime systems
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About TerraLens
TerraLens is a mapping and visualization software platform from Kongsberg Geospatial that supports the development of geospatial applications. It provides features such as 2D and 3D visualization, data integration, and real-time monitoring so users can effectively analyze and display geographic information. TerraLens is designed to handle large datasets and facilitate complex spatial queries. It is suitable for various applications including defense, transportation, and environmental monitoring. Key capabilities: real-time data processing multi-resolution visualization API access customizable interfaces extensive format support Best for: developers and analysts that need to create geospatial applications and manage geographic data efficiently.
TerraLens Details
TerraLens's In-App Market Place
Does TerraLens have an in-app market place?
Yes
How many Mini-Apps in the marketplace?
1
Mini Apps
N/A
Pricing Options
Accepted Payment Currencies
USD ($), EUR (€), GBP (£), AUD (A$), CAD (C$), JPY (¥), CHF (Fr), CNY (¥), INR (₹), HKD (HK$)
Pros & Cons
- Smoothly renders complex 3D terrain and high-resolution maps at high frame rates
- Supports vector, raster, elevation, web, and maritime chart formats for broad data compatibility
- Compliant with MIL-STD-2525 B/C/D and APP-6A/B symbology standards for military-grade mapping
- Provides APIs for C++, Java, and C# allowing multi-language development and integration
- Includes a comprehensive ecosystem of server, mobile, web, and map creation tools for full application lifecycle
- Steep learning curve for new users due to SDK complexity and multiple modules
- High hardware requirements for optimal performance with large datasets
- Primarily designed for specialized industries, making it less suitable for general-purpose GIS applications
- Proprietary software requires licensing and is not open-source, limiting modification and redistribution
TerraLens's Support Options
Email Address
info@kongsberggeospatial.comContact
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