# \#mapping **URL:** https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/tag/mapping/81.md [Latest](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/tags.md) --- ## [Mapping with Ping360 and Accurate EKF](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/mapping-with-ping360-and-accurate-ekf/23543)
**Author:** [@Sirobles](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/u/Sirobles)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2026, 7:24am UTC](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/mapping-with-ping360-and-accurate-ekf/23543 "2026-09-08T07:24:31Z")
Has anyone used the ping360 to build accurate maps? I’m wondering how to best qualify a bin as a water vs a non water hit. I’ve seen a couple different strategies: static threshold, max value, averaged-value threshold. I… --- ## [Ping360 mapping in ROS](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/ping360-mapping-in-ros/14474)
**Author:** [@Alex001](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/u/Alex001)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2026, 6:20am UTC](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/ping360-mapping-in-ros/14474 "2026-01-19T06:20:34Z")
Hi there. I am trying to mapping our small water pool in ROS by point cloud data published by Ping 360, but I get some trouble. First, I download the code from ping360\_sonar/src/ping360\_sonar at develop · CentraleNantes… --- ## [Ping2 time lag bug creates a saw tooth patten in bathymetry at ends of waypoint paths](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/ping2-time-lag-bug-creates-a-saw-tooth-patten-in-bathymetry-at-ends-of-waypoint-paths/16871)
**Author:** [@scriffij](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/u/scriffij)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2026, 7:33am UTC](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/ping2-time-lag-bug-creates-a-saw-tooth-patten-in-bathymetry-at-ends-of-waypoint-paths/16871 "2026-02-27T07:33:53Z")
I have noticed that the Ping2 mounted on my Blueboat has a time lag bug of about 1.5 to 2 seconds. I have a survey grade RTK GNSS (not ublox) mounted and it is connect to the navigator on the RP. I have attaced an image … --- ## [Cerulean surveyor issues](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/cerulean-surveyor-issues/22076)
**Author:** [@Blueb](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/u/Blueb)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2025, 6:36pm UTC](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/cerulean-surveyor-issues/22076 "2025-11-28T18:36:59Z")
Hi all, I am trying to use the cerulean surveyor MBES to build a model of a lagoonal coral reef we are surveying. However, I am encountering some issues and am wondering if they are simply because of interference from i… --- ## [How to do 3D Mapping with the ping360 sonar sensor?](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/how-to-do-3d-mapping-with-the-ping360-sonar-sensor/16329)
**Author:** [@Bharath](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/u/Bharath)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2025, 6:20pm UTC](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/how-to-do-3d-mapping-with-the-ping360-sonar-sensor/16329 "2025-10-08T18:20:55Z")
I’ve been trying to do 3D Mapping using ping360 SONAR… --- ## [Issue with Servo Control via Navigator in Single-Thruster Underwater Glider Using ArduPilot](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/issue-with-servo-control-via-navigator-in-single-thruster-underwater-glider-using-ardupilot/20619)
**Author:** [@Njanaprakasam](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/u/Njanaprakasam)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2025, 1:10pm UTC](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/issue-with-servo-control-via-navigator-in-single-thruster-underwater-glider-using-ardupilot/20619 "2025-06-19T13:10:44Z")
Dear Blue Robotics Team, I hope this email finds you well. We recently purchased Blue Robotics components for an underwater robot project. It includes navigator, thruster, enclosers, and other essential parts. Currently… --- ## [How to transform Ping360 scan data to global frame for mapping?](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/how-to-transform-ping360-scan-data-to-global-frame-for-mapping/20282)
**Author:** [@HudsonLe](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/u/HudsonLe)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2025, 6:19am UTC](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/how-to-transform-ping360-scan-data-to-global-frame-for-mapping/20282 "2025-05-07T06:19:54Z")
Hi everyone, I’m currently working with the Ping360 sonar and the ‘brping’ library on Ubuntu 20.04. I’ve successfully received scan data from the sonar and visualized it in my custom polar map interface. Now, I want to… --- ## [Questions About Ping 360 Sonar for AUV Applications](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/questions-about-ping-360-sonar-for-auv-applications/19342)
**Author:** [@ahmedrado614](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/u/ahmedrado614)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2025, 11:44pm UTC](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/questions-about-ping-360-sonar-for-auv-applications/19342 "2025-02-27T23:44:24Z")
Hi everyone, I’m working on an autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) project and considering using the Ping 360 Sonar for localization and mapping. I have a few questions and would appreciate any insights from the communi… --- ## [Making waypoints above the same sea depth (bathymetry mission)](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/making-waypoints-above-the-same-sea-depth-bathymetry-mission/9331)
**Author:** [@e-sup](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/u/e-sup)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2024, 5:43pm UTC](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/making-waypoints-above-the-same-sea-depth-bathymetry-mission/9331 "2024-10-01T17:43:41Z")
Steps: Screen capture from Garmin | Marine Maps Follow procedure https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hiOipO6kseY (if transparency not working disable “Use photorealistic atmosphere rendering”) Make points in Google … --- ## [Under Hull depth measurement and position](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/under-hull-depth-measurement-and-position/17997)
**Author:** [@Paul1](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/u/Paul1)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2024, 7:42am UTC](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/under-hull-depth-measurement-and-position/17997 "2024-10-01T07:42:35Z")
Hi - We have a blueROV2 which I believe has a Bar30 pressure sensor and underwater GPS system. I would like to record seabed depth below a barge, accurately recording depth and position. Does this sound possible? As on… --- ## [Affordable Multibeam Echosounder](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/affordable-multibeam-echosounder/17097)
**Author:** [@ljlukis](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/u/ljlukis)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2024, 1:50pm UTC](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/affordable-multibeam-echosounder/17097 "2024-06-19T13:50:29Z")
Finally, an affordable multibeam echosounder. With its small size and low cost, the Surveyor 240-16 is a perfect fit for the Blue Boat! Check it out. Shipping this month (June 2024). Full SonarView support for live capt… --- ## [Documenting an overhang](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/documenting-an-overhang/17008)
**Author:** [@Dande83](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/u/Dande83)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2024, 2:18am UTC](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/documenting-an-overhang/17008 "2024-06-09T02:18:39Z")
Hello. I’m trying to document an overhang in a rock cut underwater with a BlueBoat. I have received data from the sonar (via CSV) and I have data on land. My problem is that I can’t get anything other than SVLOG files ou… --- ## [Alpha release: Simple Ping2 Survey Extension](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/alpha-release-simple-ping2-survey-extension/15794)
**Author:** [@tony-white](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/u/tony-white)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2024, 2:22am UTC](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/alpha-release-simple-ping2-survey-extension/15794 "2024-05-01T02:22:04Z")
Do you have a BlueBoat? Do you have a Ping2? I’ve got an extension for you! @gabedbv @cyamin @mattcmgb @pob747 @Anyone else who may care… presenting: Simple Ping2 Survey Extension This is an ALPHA release. There are ce… --- ## [Plug-and-Play Stereo Depth Mapping for BlueROV2](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/plug-and-play-stereo-depth-mapping-for-bluerov2/16492)
**Author:** [@Charley](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/u/Charley)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2024, 5:40pm UTC](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/plug-and-play-stereo-depth-mapping-for-bluerov2/16492 "2024-04-02T17:40:25Z")
Stereo Lab’s ZED 2i has proven itself to be an easy to use depth-sensing and spatial-mapping camera for autonomous robotics. The Sexton Corporation has made ROV mounted housings for StereoLabs cameras including the origi… --- ## [New sample images and video from the Omniscan 450 Imaging Sonar](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/new-sample-images-and-video-from-the-omniscan-450-imaging-sonar/14869)
**Author:** [@dennysb](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/u/dennysb)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2024, 9:24am UTC](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/new-sample-images-and-video-from-the-omniscan-450-imaging-sonar/14869 "2024-01-03T09:24:16Z")
In the spirit of “A picture is worth a thousand words.” We added a webpage with image and video samples from our OS450 imaging sonar. We will continue to add more content in the future. --- ## [Ping360 Bathymetry mapping options](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/ping360-bathymetry-mapping-options/13102)
**Author:** [@cgandarillas](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/u/cgandarillas)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 31, 2022, 2:12am UTC](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/ping360-bathymetry-mapping-options/13102 "2022-10-31T02:12:24Z")
Hi there. My company is interested in acquiring an ROV equipment for dam and lake inspection. The Ping360 seems like a great option for navigating in low-visibility conditions, however, we’d like to know if it has any … --- ## [Sonar profiling and data rendering](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/sonar-profiling-and-data-rendering/9414)
**Author:** [@adurix](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/u/adurix)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2021, 5:19pm UTC](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/sonar-profiling-and-data-rendering/9414 "2021-06-02T17:19:14Z")
Hello everyone 1.- Someone has used the 360 ​​sonar perpendicular to the direction of advance of the rov to outline caves or tunnels. 2.- how the image or sonar data can be processed to make a render. --- ## [Underwater Mapping Applications](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/underwater-mapping-applications/688)
**Author:** [@schoonerlabs](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/u/schoonerlabs)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2019, 6:19pm UTC](https://discuss.bluerobotics.com/t/underwater-mapping-applications/688 "2019-05-17T18:19:02Z")
We are going to be presenting at an upcoming Geomatics conference on the BlueROV and our related work with UAVs for aerial mapping. Was wondering if anyone has done any underwater mapping to date with the BlueROV system…