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Holographic Command Map for Real-Time Disaster Response and Crisis Management

digitalTestedTRL 7

Imagine a high-tech 3D map that shows exactly where fires or floods are happening in real-time. It combines satellite data, drone feeds, and AI to give rescue teams a 'god's eye view' of the chaos. This helps leaders move people and equipment to the right spots faster, like a digital war room for saving lives.

By the numbers
1,672
recorded disasters in Europe (1970-2019)
159,438
lives lost due to disasters (1970-2019)
420M€
economic impact of disasters
36
practitioners in end-users board
The business problem

What needed solving

Emergency responders lack a unified, real-time visual tool to coordinate air, water, and ground assets during disasters. This leads to slower response times and higher economic losses during floods and fires.

The solution

What was built

An Integrated Holographic Crisis Management Map. It is a decentralized command platform that merges AI, 5G, and satellite data into an augmented reality interface.

Audience

Who needs this

Civil Protection AgenciesFirefighting DepartmentsDisaster Management ConsultantsDrone Fleet OperatorsUrban Planning Safety Offices
Business applications

Who can put this to work

Public Safety & Emergency Services
any
Target: Municipal Fire and Rescue Departments

If you are a rescue department dealing with unpredictable wildfires — this project developed a holographic management map that integrates drone and satellite data to coordinate ground and air assets more precisely.

Environmental Monitoring
enterprise
Target: Flood Risk Management Agencies

If you are a government agency dealing with sudden river overflows — this project developed a decentralized command platform that uses EGNSS and Copernicus data to protect infrastructure and citizens.

Aerospace & Robotics
SME
Target: Commercial Drone Service Providers

If you are a drone operator dealing with complex disaster zones — this project developed an AI-powered integration tool that feeds drone data into an augmented reality map for better situational awareness.

Frequently asked

Quick answers

What is the cost or pricing model for this system?

Based on available project data, no specific pricing or cost structures have been disclosed.

Can this be scaled for industrial or national use?

The project is designed for EU Member States to handle large-scale disasters like forest fires and floods, utilizing European-wide satellite services (EGNSS and Copernicus).

Who owns the IP or how is licensing handled?

Based on available project data, specific IP and licensing terms are not provided in the report summary.

How does this integrate with existing hardware?

The system integrates with drones, 5G networks, and European satellite services to provide a unified holographic map.

What is the timeline for deployment?

The project period runs from November 2022 to April 2026, with a goal of reaching TRL 7.

Consortium

Who built it

The consortium is highly industry-oriented with a 50% industry ratio (5 industry partners, 4 research, 1 other). It is heavily driven by SMEs (4 out of 10 partners), suggesting a focus on agile development and commercial viability. The geographic spread across 5 countries (DE, DK, IT, PL, PT) ensures the tool is tested against diverse European disaster scenarios.

How to reach the team

Contact ITHACA S.R.L. in Italy for prototype access.

Next steps

Talk to the team behind this work.

Contact us to explore licensing opportunities for the TRL 7 prototype.