Correlator3D enables sub-centimeter processing for fixed-wing survey missions
SimActive has announced full support for the Phase One iXM-FS130 sensor in its Correlator3D platform. The integration allows mapping professionals to process sub-centimeter aerial imagery efficiently while maintaining speed and accuracy.
The company made the announcement on February 19, 2026. According to the press release, the integration enables mapping professionals to process sub-centimeter aerial imagery while maintaining speed and accuracy.
Sub-Centimeter Imagery for Fixed-Wing Missions
The Phase One iXM-FS130 delivers true 1 cm ground sample distance imagery optimized for fixed-wing aerial missions. Correlator3D processes the high-resolution datasets seamlessly, performing precise aerial triangulation, generating point clouds, dense surface models, and orthomosaics suited for demanding engineering and mapping projects.
High-resolution imagery at 1 cm ground sample distance allows surveyors and engineers to capture small surface features with clarity. This level of detail supports infrastructure inspection, corridor mapping, and large-scale engineering design. Fixed-wing platforms benefit from the ability to cover large areas while maintaining fine resolution.
“The integration of the iXM-FS130 ensures our clients can fully leverage its image quality within a robust and scalable processing environment,” said Louis Simard, CTO at SimActive. “Together, the technologies deliver unmatched detail and workflow efficiency for high-resolution aerial mapping.”
About SimActive and Correlator3D
SimActive develops Correlator3D™, a patented end-to-end photogrammetry solution for the generation of high-quality geospatial data from satellite and aerial imagery, including drones. Correlator3D performs aerial triangulation and produces dense digital surface models, digital terrain models, point clouds, orthomosaics, 3D models, and vectorized 3D features.
The software is powered by GPU technology and multi-core CPUs. This design increases processing speed and supports rapid production of large datasets. For mapping firms that manage complex projects, processing speed can directly affect delivery timelines.
SimActive has been selling Correlator3D to leading mapping firms and government organizations around the world. The company positions its software as a production-grade platform built for accuracy and scale. Its tools support a wide range of applications, from drone-based surveys to large-area aerial and satellite mapping.
As demand grows for higher resolution data and more detailed digital twins, software must keep pace with advances in sensor technology. The addition of the iXM-FS130 reflects that trend. By aligning with high-resolution imaging systems, SimActive expands its support for operators who require precise and efficient workflows.
About Phase One
Phase One is a global provider of digital imaging technology. The company supports applications that range from professional photography to heritage digitization, industrial inspections, aerial mapping, security, and space.
For more than three decades, Phase One has developed core imaging technologies and digital cameras that set standards for resolution, dynamic range, color fidelity, and geometric accuracy. The company is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, with regional offices in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Supporting High-Resolution Mapping Workflows
The integration highlights a broader industry trend toward pairing advanced sensors with scalable processing platforms. Hardware captures high-detail imagery. Software converts that imagery into usable geospatial products.
For mapping professionals, compatibility between sensor and processing platform remains critical. With full support for the iXM-FS130, Correlator3D users can process 1 cm imagery within an established workflow. The result is high-resolution output delivered efficiently and at production scale.
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