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    Natural Resources and Environment

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    Project Details

    The project focuses on using advanced satellite imagery technology to create detailed bathymetric maps of the Arutua atoll in French Polynesia. Black pearl oyster farming is a major economic activity in this region, contributing significantly to the local economy and global production. To ensure the sustainable management of these pearl farms, it is crucial to understand the underwater environment, including water depth and the distribution of oysters. Utilizing the Pléiades Neo satellite, which captures high-resolution imagery with a deep blue spectral band, Airbus has developed a sophisticated image processing algorithm that enables the creation of detailed bathymetric maps. These maps provide depth readings up to 25 meters with a resolution of 1.2 meters, all achieved without the need for external reference data. The data collected from these maps supports the sustainable management of oyster farming by enabling the monitoring of geomorphological changes, sediment dynamics, and coral reef health, ultimately aiding in the sustainable development of the lagoon and the broader Blue Economy.



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    GeographyEurope

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    CountryFrance

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    Airbus


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    Completed Year/Projected Completion Year2022

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