Proposal of new data structures for the management of the multilayer seabed DTM

The paper contains a proposal of developing new data structures, which would describe a digital terrain model (DTM). The essential characteristic of of the proposed design is the fact, that they consist of multiple layers, where each layer describes the same, but with different accuracy (density point), and the whole structure describes a selected seabed area. Using such a novel data structure will allow for creating seabed models incorporating data of varying accuracy, and the particular layers might be used for specific purposes (e.g. low density data for quick visualisation, medium density data for general calculations, high density data for analysis small objects on the seabed). The author describes the assumptions underlying the development of such a structure, its functionality, possible applications and properties, as well as the outline of planned research regarding the structure.