Mine Vision Systems
"Digital mapping for the modern underground mine"
Pittsburgh underground mining vision company (est. 2015) from CMU NREC; FaceCapture 3D mapping system for mines.
Mine Vision Systems (MVS) is a Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based technology company founded in 2015 as a commercialization spin-out from Carnegie Mellon University's National Robotics Engineering Center (NREC), with initial funding from Gold Fields Ltd, one of the world's leading gold mining companies. Headquartered at 5877 Commerce St., Suite 118, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, MVS employs approximately 47 people and has raised $12.5 million in a Series A financing led by Rockwell Venture Capital, with a significant commitment from Condire Investors.
MVS focuses on advanced workflow-integrated perception and automation systems for the global mining industry, specializing in underground computer vision technology that improves speed, safety, and productivity. The company's primary product, the FaceCapture Mapping System, combines LiDAR sensors, high-definition cameras, and LED lights in a portable package to deliver real-time 3D geotechnical scanning and geospatial alignment. The system provides safe, fast, and accurate geological mapping in minutes, producing data ready for export into any geological modeling software without requiring personnel to enter hazardous areas.
FaceCapture enables real-time automatic processing, ore control, structural mapping, and seamless integration with existing mining software tools. The system is designed for integration with digital twin workflows, allowing mining operations to make data-driven decisions for optimal resource utilization. Applications include underground exploration, geomechanical assessments, blast design optimization, and critical mineral extraction.
MVS serves global mining leaders seeking to safely and efficiently meet demand for critical minerals and precious metals. The company's CEO is Paul Lucey, formerly Global VP of Technology and Innovation at Gold Fields.
Primary type & automation activities this supplier delivers:
FaceCapture Mapping System
Portable underground mining 3D mapping system combining LiDAR, HD cameras, and LED lights for real-time geotechnical scanning and geospatial alignment.
Contact Mine Vision Systems
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https://minevisionsystems.comPHONE
+1 412 204 6020HEADQUARTERS
United States
Company Facts
Founded
2015
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Software/Algorithm
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Primary Region
North America
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