Overview of MountainsMAP 11
MountainsMAP 11 is the latest release of the Mountains® surface analysis and metrology software suite developed by Digital Surf, a leader in micro-topography solutions since 1989. Released around mid-2025, this version builds on the foundation of version 10 (launched in June 2023) by enhancing automation, ergonomics, and integration for 2D/3D surface texture analysis. It’s the gold standard for engineers, scientists, and metrologists working with profilometers, optical profilers, scanning electron microscopes (SEM), and scanning probe microscopes (SPM/AFM). With over 25,000 licenses worldwide, it’s trusted by national labs (e.g., NIST, PTB) and integrated into 50+ instrument manufacturers’ workflows.
The software excels in visualizing, correcting, and analyzing surface data per ISO 25178 and other standards, supporting applications in manufacturing, quality control, R&D, and failure analysis across industries like aerospace, automotive, electronics, and biomedicine.
Key New Features in MountainsMAP 11
While detailed release notes emphasize iterative improvements, the 2025 update focuses on stitching enhancements, AI-assisted workflows, and expanded multi-instrument support. Here’s a summary based on official announcements:
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Advanced Stitching Tools | Improved automated stitching of multiple scans for larger surfaces, with smarter alignment, reduced artifacts, and flexible options for overlapping regions—ideal for high-resolution mapping of complex parts like turbine blades or PCBs. |
| Enhanced Multi-Scale Analysis | Deeper wavelet and bandpass filtering for separating form, waviness, and roughness at various scales; includes upgraded PSD (Power Spectral Density) and autocorrelation for periodic feature detection. |
| AI-Driven Automation | Expanded automation for feature extraction (e.g., particles, pores, scratches) and report generation, reducing manual steps while maintaining traceability in workflows. |
| Colocalization Upgrades | Better integration of data from hybrid instruments (e.g., SEM + AFM + optical), allowing precise overlay of topography and images for feature correlation. |
| GD&T and Contour Analysis | Interactive tools for Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) on profiles/contours, including advanced analysis of gothic arches, V-grooves, and aspheric lenses. |
| Fiber Analysis Module | Now standard in Premium editions; analyzes fiber orientations, defects, and distributions for composites and textiles, cross-compatible with profilometry and SEM data. |
| Other Enhancements | Multi-language support (11 languages); improved sub-surface extraction for targeted metrics (e.g., flatness on MEMS); spectral tools for frequency-domain insights; and export to PDF/Word/Excel with embedded workflows. |
