TerraMetrics

TerraMetrics, LLC sells satellite imagery, 3D terrain datasets and 3D terrain rendering software. It serves the computer visualization, simulation, mapping and animation markets. Its main product line is called TruEarth.

TruEarth 15 meter global imagery is a natural color satellite dataset. The site says it is the established baseline for globally consistent imagery. The company says Google launched Google Earth and Google Maps using this dataset. The site says Google Earth also uses imagery from other providers.

The company's nScape product is a 3D terrain engine. The site says it is compact, runs on mobile and desktop platforms, and renders compressed global terrain and imagery. The site lists uses in simulation, flight planning and visual effects.

The site says the company has a background in aviation terrain work. Its earlier TerraBlocks technology set a standard for embedded 3D terrain rendering that supports aircraft primary flight display needs. The company says nScape keeps a consistent frame rate on a lightweight platform.

The company also produces higher resolution imagery. The site says it makes 1 meter imagery of the continental United States and local area imagery under contract for specific customers. These high resolution datasets are not sold to the general public.

The contact page lists payment by Visa, MasterCard and American Express. The company offers net 30 terms for qualified customers and bank wire transfers for customers outside the United States. The site has Google Earth FAQs, product demos and a contact form for technical questions.