NeoGeographyToolkit/StereoPipeline

The NASA Ames Stereo Pipeline is a suite of automated geodesy & stereogrammetry tools designed for processing planetary imagery captured from orbiting and landed robotic explorers on other planets.

What it solves

It provides a suite of automated tools for geodesy and stereogrammetry, allowing users to create 3D terrain models and cartographic products from stereo images captured by satellites, robotic rovers, aerial cameras, and historical images.

How it works

ASP supports various camera models (such as linescan, frame, and RPC) and can refine camera parameters using bundle adjustment to solve for pose, jitter, and lens distortion. It employs techniques like structure-from-motion, shape-from-shading, and point cloud alignment to generate digital terrain models (DTMs), ortho-projected images, and 3D models.

Who it’s for

It is designed for scientists and engineers involved in planetary exploration, mission planning, and geospatial analysis who need to derive terrain data from stereo imagery.

Highlights

  • Supports a wide range of camera models including the USGS Community Sensor Model (CSM).
  • Capable of creating 3D terrain from stereo, including shallow-water bathymetry.
  • Includes a versatile GUI shell for easier tool interaction.
  • Developed by NASA's Ames Research Center with experience from Mars rover missions.

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