Octave Alto Browser: Situational awareness software for the web

Formerly LuciadRIA, this JavaScript SDK helps you build geospatial applications that deliver desktop-like performance in the browser.

Overview

Build high-performance geospatial web apps, no install

Benefits

Fast, accurate 2D / 3D / 4D web views

Alto Browser provides desktop-like performance in the browser so teams can explore accurate 2D, 3D and time-based views without heavy installs. Stream dynamic feeds – flights, tracks and panoramas – and stay responsive even with large datasets. Built on open web standards, Alto Browser runs on desktop or mobile and supports real-time situational awareness wherever decisions need to be made.

Smooth 2D and 3D map viewing

  • Render maps and data, even large volumes, quickly

  • Switch easily between 2D and 3D views

  • Maintain responsiveness – no lost time waiting

Real-time updates

  • Track moving objects (e.g., vehicles, flights)

  • Manage high volume of updates with clarity, traceability

  • Power mission-critical operations

Easy-to-use tools

  • Access built-in tools for simple actions

  • Compare data layers or view changes over time

  • Enable touchscreen controls for mobile, tablet use

Features

Extendable SDK for demanding web workflows

Alto Browser gives developers tools to build geospatial applications that feel fast and fluid in a standard browser. Use out-of-the-box components for mapping, 3D scenes and real-time updates, and extend styling, symbology, data connectors and interactions to match your workflow. The result is responsive web apps that deliver clear, real-time operational pictures, without compromising accuracy or user experience.

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2D and 3D maps load and respond quickly

Alto Browser makes maps feel smooth and responsive, even with high volumes of data. Users can instantly switch between 2D and 3D, explore the scene freely and keep working without lag. Everything runs directly in the browser, powered by modern web technologies.

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Accurate and dependable map views

Maps stay true to real-world locations, even when zooming, rotating or switching views. Alto Browser handles positioning and transformations behind the scenes so users always see reliable, updated information they can trust.

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Made for real-time, fast-moving data

Whether tracking flights, vehicles or other moving assets, Alto Browser keeps everything clear and up to date. It can handle large amounts of incoming data without slowing down, making it ideal for mission-critical operations that depend on live information.

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Rich 3D scenes with terrain and buildings

Alto Browser supports detailed 3D models, terrain, meshes, point clouds and panoramas. Users can explore complex scenes naturally, understand locations better and work within realistic digital twin environments.

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User-friendly tools for exploring and comparing data

Built-in tools make it simple to zoom, draw, select or compare data layers. Users can view changes over time, explore vertical or profile views or highlight differences between two datasets; all with intuitive controls.

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Flexible for developers to adapt and extend

Developers can tailor Alto Browser to match their app’s look, workflow or data sources. The modular SDK includes examples, guides and ready-to-use components that help teams build the exact experience they need.

Case Studies

Alto Browser in action

Resources

Explore Alto Browser

Brochure

Octave Alto Browser

Alto Browser’s core strengths include fast 2D / 3D / 4D viewing, real-time data handling and rich 3D experiences, all running directly in the browser.

Solution sheet

Octave Alto powers mission-critical defence applications

The Octave Alto portfolio is used by militaries around the world to create custom, high-performance, mission-critical geospatial solutions.

Video

Octave Alto Browser product demo

Alto Browser handles maps, real-time data and 3D scenes directly in the browser.

Developer platform

Octave Alto Developer Platform

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