With the New Leica Pegasus TRK, Mobile Mapping is Intelligent, Autonomous, and Simple

By Aarti Dhapte, 20 December, 2022

On 5th May 2022, Leica Geosystems, a division of Hexagon, introduced the Leica Pegasus TRK reality capture mobile mapping system, which includes AI, autonomous processes, and user-friendly interfaces. The Leica Pegasus TRK solution transforms mobile mapping through artificial intelligence. With automated, intelligent workflows, the advanced dynamic laser scanning and expandable imagery system for capturing, measuring, and visualizing surroundings boosts productivity. Because the Pegasus TRK is so lightweight, mapping jobs can be completed more quickly and affordably. The system is appropriate for professionals unfamiliar with technology because it is user-friendly. Its dependable, high-quality deliverables also meet the requirements of technical professionals across a range of sectors, including surveying, transportation, and utilities. A camera with AI enhancements and automatic camera calibration are elements of the Pegasus TRK system. Its AI can recognize and obscure identifiers, including persons and automobiles, in real-time to adhere to privacy standards. The Pegasus TRK solution makes long-range mobile mapping possible for asset management, road building, rail, critical infrastructure, and the oil, gas, and electricity industries, among other fields. The technique is also perfect for building high-definition road maps for self-driving cars. The Leica Pegasus FIELD software interfaces with the Pegasus TRK to enable fully autonomous and secure data collecting and route planning in the field.

Additionally, it communicates with the Leica Cyclone Pegasus OFFICE to provide seamless publishing and post-processing workflow input. According to Raymon Somford, CEO and owner of Rise3D, "The Pegasus TRK solution is the most effective mobile mapping product we've tried so far. It is portable and simple to use, helping our team through the data collection procedure. Automatically triggering sensors prevent missing details. No matter the circumstances, we can provide high-quality photos, which makes mobile mapping simple." Christian Schäfer, Business Director of Mobile Mapping at Leica Geosystems, says, "The Pegasus TRK solution combines flexibility, true-to-life image clarity, and best-in-class accuracy while making mobile mapping more accessible and easier than ever before." More autonomy is being sought after. This system elevates the bar for data collection with automated route planning, guidance, and collection processes that boost productivity, enhance data quality, and lower project costs.