New LiDAR sensors added as OxTS release OxTS Georeferencer 1.5! OxTS Georeferencer 1.5 Oxford Technical Solutions (OxTS) a manufacturer of survey-specific Inertial Navigation Systems has today released the latest version of their LiDAR georeferencing software, OxTS Georeferencer. Version 1.5 sees the introduction of a new family of LiDAR sensor to the already impressive line-up. Joining pre-integrated sensors from Velodyne, Hesai […]
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HxGN Content Program introduces digital twins of major cities (Washington, D.C., USA, 21 September 2021) Hexagon’s Geosystems division announced today at INTERGEO Metro HD city data, a new offering of ultra-high-resolution 2D and 3D digital twins of major cities as an off-the-shelf product through the HxGN Content Program. In addition to the Content Program’s standard product offerings of orthophotos and digital surface […]
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NEW PRODUCTS 2021 INTERGEO is back LIVE in Hanover this year – and RIEGL presents the latest developments in hardware and software at booth 20C.22 in hall 20 but also digital at the RIEGL Online booth. Don’t miss to get informed on the new RIEGL products and find out how this exciting news in Ultimate LiDAR TechnlogyTM can help you and your business! For the UAV-based LiDAR market, RIEGL presents a […]
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NEW GEOSLAM HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE REVOLUTIONISES SLAM ACCURACY AND AUTOMATION GeoSLAM launches its latest software offering Connect 2.0 at Intergeo. Connect 2.0 brings industry-leading accuracy to ZEB range of handheld scanners. The next generation SLAM algorithm, GeoSLAM Beam, powers new software. ZEB Vision, a new solution for colourisation and immersive walk throughs available for pre-orders. GeoSLAM has announced a major […]
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SCANFLY ULTRA X: THE LONG-RANGE MAPPING SYSTEM WITH NO COMPROMISES 3D TARGET srl, in its continuing pursuit of innovation in the field of mobile mapping, is excited to present the new addition to the Scanfly series: the Scanfly ULTRA X. Scanfly ULTRA X is the first mapping system featuring triple returns and a range of up to 300 m on […]
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Velodyne Lidar Calls for Action to Improve Pedestrian Safety New Velodynewhite paper published by SAE International shows how advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) can be improved to reduce nighttime dangers to pedestrians Velodyne Lidar, Inc. today announced a white paper, written by Velodyne experts and published by SAE International, that calls for independent performance testing of driver assistance systems to […]
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Introducing SiteScape Pro, the 1st iPhone LiDAR app for construction September 15, 2021 Today we’re thrilled to launch SiteScape Pro, the first iOS LiDAR app designed for construction professionals. SiteScape already allows you to quickly capture high-resolution 3D scans that are accurate to within an inch. Our users have been modeling as-builts and existing conditions and seamlessly exporting their scans […]
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Commercial UAV Expo 2021 Reconvenes In-Person, Exceeds Expectations The full power of the drone industry was on display as nearly 2,000 commercial drone professionals gathered in-person Las Vegas, NV, September 15, 2021: Commercial drone exhibitors and attendees gathered last week for Commercial UAV Expo Americas 2021, held September 7-9, 2021 at the Mirage in Las Vegas. The seventh annual event had 130 exhibitors and 1,955 professionals in the commercial drone industry, cementing its place as the largest and most important commercial UAS-focused […]
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RIEGL TO EXHIBIT AND PRESENT INTERGEO 2021 LIVE + DIGITAL! Don’t miss to get informed on the new RIEGL products and find out on how this exciting news in Ultimate LiDAR TechnologyTM can help you and your business! The International Geo-IT community meets hybrid in 2021! With the INTERGEO Hybrid concept, the industry can present itself simultaneously at the live trade fair from September […]
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OGC Membership approves the CityGML v3.0 Conceptual Model as official OGC Standard CityGML defines a common semantic information model for 3D urban objects and city models that can be used by many different applications – making 3D city models a more cost-effective investment. 14 September 2021: The Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) is excited to announce that the OGC Membership has […]
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Bluesky and University of Leicester Use AI to Reduce Data Intensity for Smart City Applications Leicestershire, UK, 13 September 2021 – Aerial mapping company Bluesky International and the University of Leicester are using Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to make 3D models easier to use in smart city and digital twin applications. Using established mathematical techniques, the project will focus […]
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The Plainfield Recreation Road project required careful planning and implementation of drone lidar to collect the required 3D map data. INTRODUCTION With the increased need for real-time results in today’s world, on-foot inspection is not always the best approach for collecting site characterization data. This particular project involves a very dense area with lots of aerial cover, making it hard […]
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RIEGL to Exhibit and Present at MINExpo 2021! RIEGL will be attending MINExpo 2021! MINExpo 2021 will be held at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada from September 13-15, 2021. RIEGL will be exhibiting at Booth 354 in the North Hall during this important industry event. Please be sure to come by our booth to meet with our team of RIEGL LiDAR experts […]
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Hesai Announces Distribution Agreement with LiDAR USA SHANGHAI, Sept. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Hesai Technology Co., Ltd., a global leader in 3D LiDAR sensors, announced an agreement with LiDAR USA, a pioneering developer of geomatics solutions, to be a distributor of Hesai’s LiDAR products. Under the terms of the agreement, LiDAR USA will leverage its marketing and sales expertise to distribute Hesai sensors across the […]
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Using Drone LiDAR and Photogrammetry to Create a Digital Twin Thompson Engineering used the mdLiDAR1000HR and mdMapper1000DG to survey the USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park and create a digital twin. Rome, NY- In these 4 exciting new episodes of Down to Earth, Thompson Engineering, a proven leader in planning design, construction, and response solutions, utilizes drone Photogrammetry and LiDAR technology […]
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Cron AI launches Insights Partner Programme to enable 3D sensors to ‘Adapt with Cron AI’ Cron AI’s adaptive, deep learning-first, perception platform – senseEDGETM – will radically accelerate the adoption of 3D sensors across industries and applications in real world environments by enabling access to richer data users can trust London, UK, 09 September 2021: Deep tech company Cron AI has […]
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Virtual Surveyor Improves Point Cloud Workflow to Fully Leverage Drone LiDAR Payloads AARSCHOT, Belgium, 7 September 2021 – Virtual Surveyor has developed an enhanced point cloud workflow for Version 8.3 of its drone surveying software that allows users to take full advantage of the new LiDAR payloads like the DJI Zenmuse L1. LiDAR drone sensor systems enable users to capture survey-grade […]
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Hexagon Revolutionises Autonomous Reality Capture with the Launch of the Leica BLK ARC and Leica BLK2FLY NACKA STRAND, Sweden, Sept. 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Hexagon AB, a global leader in digital reality solutions, today announced the introduction of the Leica BLK ARC and the Leica BLK2FLY, extending its iconic and award-winning BLK series known for speed, portability and mobility with fully autonomous mobile reality capture. […]
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Bluesky National Tree Map at the Root of Birmingham’s Urban Forest Master Plan Leicestershire, UK, 07 September 2021 – An extract from a map that details the location and attributes of more than 300 million trees is being used to create the UK’s first Urban Forest Master Plan (UFMP). A partnership led by Birmingham City Council is looking at data […]
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Velodyne Showcases Advanced Lidar and Software Solutions for Intelligent Transportation Systems and Mobile Applications at IAA Mobility NI and Seoul Robotics Showing Lidar-based Solutions in Velodyne’s Booth SAN JOSE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Velodyne Lidar, Inc. (Nasdaq: VLDR, VLDRW) will demonstrate its innovative lidar technologies at IAA Mobility (Hall B3, Booth A75) from Sept. 7 to 12 in Munich. Velodyne will display its technology leadership and […]
Read more GEOSLAM MAPS ST. ELISABETH HOSPITAL AHEAD OF HISTORIC RESTORATION The historic St. Elisabeth Hospital, situated on the Caribbean island of Curaçao, has been digitally re-imagined in 3D by global geospatial technology specialists, GeoSLAM, ahead of its planned restoration works. Constructed in 1855, the St. Elisabeth Hospital was once the main centre for medical care in the Otrobanda City district in Curaçao, […]
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RIEGL to Exhibit and Present at Commercial UAV Expo Americas 2021! Commercial UAV Expo Americas will take place from September 7 – September 9, 2021, at The Mirage in Las Vegas, Nevada!RIEGL will be exhibiting at Booth 307 at the conference. Be sure to stop by in-person to meet with our team of RIEGL experts to learn about the latest developments in RIEGL unmanned Waveform-LiDAR technology. RIEGL‘s team […]
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Bluesky Aerial Photomaps Feature in International Arts Festival Leicestershire, UK, 01 September 2021 – Aerial photography and 3D height models from Bluesky are informing a new art installation in Ireland. Part of the Galway International Arts Festival, the Mirror Pavilion, Leaf Work (Derrigimlagh) 2020 by John Gerrard opened at Derrigimlagh Bog, Connemara on the 28 August 2021. One of the […]
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Velodyne Lidar and MOV.AI Partner to Provide Autonomous Solutions for Industrial and E-Commerce Robotics SAN JOSE, Calif. & TEL AVIV, Israel–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Velodyne Lidar, Inc. (Nasdaq: VLDR, VLDRW) and MOV.AI today announced the companies are collaborating to provide robot manufacturers with enterprise-grade automation solutions, including mapping, navigation, obstacle avoidance and risk avoidance. The MOV.AI Robotics Engine PlatformTM, combined with Velodyne’s lidar sensors, addresses the […]
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Attend NOAA’s Virtual Career Fair The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is hosting a Virtual Career Fair on Tuesday, August 31, 2021, from 12:00 pm – 2:30 pm, Eastern Time. The Career Fair showcases career opportunities at NOAA, and is free and open to the public. Learn how NOAA achieves its mission to understand and predict changes in climate, […]
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