Mobile solution for positioning, 3D-Mapping and inspection in underground mining

The paper will present a new innovative approach to bring latest technology development in use in underground mining. In particular the German Aerospace Centre (DLR e.V) has developed a multisensory System IPS, which integrates visual navigation methods and technologies to determine the user’s position and orientation. System prototypes, which are a handheld system, as well as a helmet system have shown potential for inspection of technical structures. Three entities have now joined their expertise and have formed a cooperation to combine the advantages and benefits from there developments into a visionary new mobile solution for positioning, 3D-mapping and inspection of underground mining areas