Amidst the rapidly evolving landscape of geospatial technologies, one company has emerged as a trailblazer, redefining the boundaries of what's possible. SuperMap, a leading GIS platform manufacturer, has unveiled its groundbreaking Geospatial AI Technology Foundation, SuperMap AIF, a transformative platform that is poised to revolutionize the way we harness the power of artificial and geospatial intelligence.
The unveiling of this cutting-edge technology took center stage at the 2024 Geospatial Intelligence Software Technology Conference in Beijing, China. Held under the theme Geospatial Intelligence Driving Quality Development, the conference brought together government leaders, academics, experts, and business representatives from around the world to explore the latest advancements in geospatial software technologies.
During the plenary session, SuperMap and tech giant Huawei announced a strategic partnership, solidifying their commitment to accelerate the development and implementation of industry-transforming solutions. This collaboration will focus on three key areas: large geospatial AI models, geospatial agents, and the integration of Kunpeng + Ascend + SuperMap all-in-one machines.
This partnership with Huawei aims to bring innovations to geospatial intelligence software technology and applications, and accelerate the incubation and implementation of industry results, said Song Guanfu, director of the Geographic Information System Technology Centre at the Ministry of Natural Resources of China and chairman of SuperMap.
The centerpiece of this collaboration is the SuperMap AIF, a comprehensive platform that seamlessly integrates advanced functions in geospatial AI. This foundation offers a diverse range of models and features, including cross-platform and local deployment capabilities, AI 3D data processing and analysis, AI remote sensing image processing, AI spatial analysis, AI image and video analysis, AI image generation, AI knowledge generation, and geospatial intelligent agents.
One of the standout features of the SuperMap AIF is the 'AI automated 3D modelling' function. Traditionally, creating model data for a 35 km2 city would require more than 5,000 individual models, a process that could take months to complete manually. However, the AI-powered automation capabilities of the SuperMap AIF can now generate these 3D city scenes in a matter of hours, revolutionizing the efficiency of urban planning, natural resource management, and digital governance applications.
Another game-changing feature is the 'spatial planning AI drawing' function. This AI-powered drawing system incorporates various constraints to assist spatial planning professionals, enabling them to maintain line draft structures, building outlines, and even partially redraw elements with ease. The system also offers multiple preset drawing styles, allowing users to explore different perspectives, dimensions, and planning visualizations with a simple click.
The AI-automated 3D modelling and spatial planning AI drawing functions are just a glimpse into the transformative potential of the SuperMap AIF, said Song Guanfu. This foundation is designed to empower our platform software products and industry applications, unlocking new levels of efficiency, accuracy, and innovation across a wide range of geospatial domains.
The unveiling of the SuperMap AIF at GISTC 2024 was met with enthusiasm and anticipation from the global geospatial community. Dr. Diane Dumashie, president of the International Federation of Surveyors, highlighted the critical role of geospatial intelligence in addressing the unprecedented challenges posed by climate change, emphasizing the timeliness of this technological breakthrough.
As the world continues to grapple with complex spatial challenges, the SuperMap Geospatial AI Technology Foundation stands as a beacon of hope, empowering professionals, organizations, and communities to harness the power of artificial and geospatial intelligence for a better, more sustainable future.
