DeSoto Rescue Squad operates in the northeast corner of Alabama and provides EMS First Response to the communities of Mentone and Valley Head. Their services often extend to the neighboring town of Hammondville and DeKalb County EMS when supplemental assistance is needed. Drones are saving lives and improving the safety of search and rescue operations in northern Alabama thanks to […]
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Seyond Collaborates with Curiosity Lab and Peachtree Corners to Deploy LiDAR Solution to Improve VRU Safety and Traffic Intersection Efficiencies PEACHTREE CORNERS, Ga., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Peachtree Corners – one of the United States’ first 5G smart cities powered by real-world connected infrastructure – announced a collaboration with global provider of image-grade LiDAR technology, Seyond. This collaboration enables Seyond to deploy and […]
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AEye Announces In-Cabin Lidar That Maximizes Both Performance and Vehicle Design 4Sight™ Flex Features a Compact, High-Performance Reference Design that Seamlessly Integrates into Vehicles – Enabling Critical Safety Features without Impacting OEM Designs Play Video DUBLIN, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–AEye, Inc. (NASDAQ: LIDR), a global leader in adaptive, high-performance lidar solutions, today announced 4Sight™ Flex – its ultra-compact, high-performance reference design for automotive. 4Sight […]
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Amtrak’s New York Penn Station (NYPS) mobile surveying project was one of the first extended mobile LiDAR projects completed underground. Mobile LiDAR technology was requested to provide a seamless 3D survey data set across the station’s rail infrastructure systems and to locate all visible ancillary features throughout the underground facility where GPS data isn’t available and do so without disrupting […]
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Aerial Vehicle Safety Solutions, ANRA Technologies, and FlyBase win “Pitch the Press” at Commercial UAV Expo 2023 Las Vegas, NV, September 6, 2023 – ANRA Technologies, FlytBase, and Aerial Vehicle Safety Solutions (AVSS) were selected as the three winners in the annual “Pitch the Press” session at Commercial UAV Expo, the world’s leading commercial drone trade show and conference held at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas. Each […]
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New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services and NUAIR Host Fifth Annual UAS Summit for Public Safety Officials The New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES) and NUAIR were proud to host the fifth annual New York State Public Safety UAS Summit, which drew over 200 public safety officials to the Central New […]
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Cepton Lidar Deployed in Government-funded Pedestrian Safety Projects in Texas and Utah Cepton’s Helius® Smart Lidar System utilized by NITC-affiliated researchers from UTA in Texas-based studies since 2020 Collaboration enabled an innovative traffic signal solution in line with national Vision Zero and Complete Streets initiatives Project currently under evaluation by UDOT for potential expansion in Utah, expected to mature SAN […]
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Oshkosh Corporation Invests in LiDAR Technology Company Baraja Advances active safety and autonomy technology focus areas OSHKOSH, Wis.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE: OSK), a leading innovator of purpose-built vehicles and equipment, is pleased to announce that it has invested in Baraja Pty, Ltd., an Australia-based startup that develops differentiated LiDAR solutions. The Oshkosh investment in Baraja supports the company’s dedication to […]
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Leica Geosystems simplifies utility detection and increases site safety with new intuitive locator technology (Heerbrugg, Switzerland, 18 January 2023) Leica Geosystems, part of Hexagon, today announced its latest solution for utility and excavation professionals. The new Leica DD175 utility locator and Leica DA175 signal transmitter complement the existing Leica DD100 series and help operators easily detect underground utilities to ensure site […]
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Trucking is a lifeline between consumers and products. The logistics industry helps transit everything from essential items like medicine to Amazon prime products. Yet, one of the leading causes of mass-casualty highway accidents are those involving trucks and freighters. Though many truckers are highly trained, sometimes the negligence of other drivers in cars and other vehicles can result in an […]
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NUAIR & New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services Host Fourth Annual NYS Public Safety UAS Summit Over 150 New York State public safety officials attend UAS Summit designed to inform and showcase the latest drone technologies developed specifically to assist public safety operations. On August 16 and 17, NUAIR and the New York State Division of Homeland Security and […]
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Velodyne Lidar’s Intelligent Infrastructure Solution Deployed in Helsinki Traffic Safety Improvement Project Velodyne’s Solution Delivered Traffic Monitoring with Lidar and Edge AI Computing SAN JOSE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jun. 22, 2022– Velodyne Lidar, Inc. (Nasdaq: VLDR, VLDRW) today announced its Intelligent Infrastructure Solution (IIS) was deployed in Helsinki, Finland to collect traffic data and improve roadway safety. The project demonstrated the high accuracy and value of IIS in […]
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Registration now open for annual public safety UAS summit hosted by NYS Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services & NUAIR Day 1 – August 16The first day of the summit will occur at the State Preparedness Training Center (SPTC) in Oriskany, New York. This day will include a series of presentations on key policy issues, case studies, and best practices concerning […]
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MicroVision Unveils New MAVIN Lidar Product Line To Enable High Speed Highway Safety Features Introducing a new era of sensors developed to enable high-speed, highway safety features in an OEM-friendly design REDMOND, WA / ACCESSWIRE / June 20, 2022 / MicroVision, Inc. (NASDAQ:MVIS), a leader in MEMS-based solid-state automotive lidar, unveiled its new dynamic view lidar system, MicroVision MAVIN™ DR, a system […]
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Velodyne Lidar Wins GeoBuiz Summit Award for Innovation in Mapping Technology Velodyne’s Intelligent Infrastructure Solution Creates 3D Maps of Roads and Intersections to Advance Safety in Communities Globally SAN JOSE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jun. 3, 2022– Velodyne Lidar, Inc. (Nasdaq: VLDR, VLDRW) today announced its Intelligent Infrastructure Solution won the GeoBuiz Summit Award. Velodyne’s smart city solution was recognized for excellence in innovation in the Mapping Technology […]
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FARO Releases New Focus Swift Mobile Scanner with Color Feature Lake Mary, Fl., February 7, 2022 – FARO® Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: FARO), a global leader of 3D measurement, imaging and realization solutions for the AEC (Architecture, Engineering & Construction), O&M (Facility Operations & Maintenance), Metrology and Public Safety markets, today announced an update to the FARO Focus Swift Mobile Scanner that adds […]
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With Company’s Commitment to Safety Paramount, Velodyne Lidar Will Not Participate in Person at CES 2022 Press Conference to Be Held Virtually on January 5 at 11:45 a.m. PST SAN JOSE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Velodyne Lidar, Inc. (Nasdaq: VLDR, VLDRW) will not participate in person at CES 2022 due to the surge in COVID-19 infection rates. The health and safety of employees, partners […]
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How Lidar Can Advance Trucking Safety and Efficiency By Laura Wrisley, Vice President of Sales, Velodyne Lidar, Inc. Trucks are responsible for transporting many of the goods Americans consume, making them a critical component in supply chains. Still, concerns around safety, efficiency and a shrinking workforce are highlighting the much needed implementation of safe autonomy and advanced driver assistance systems […]
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Cepton Joins Qualcomm Smart Cities Accelerator Program, Bringing Expertise in Smart Lidar Technologies for Higher Levels of Safety, Intelligence and Connectivity SAN JOSE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Cepton Technologies, Inc., an innovative provider of smart lidar solutions, announced today its membership in the Qualcomm® Smart Cities Accelerator Program. The Qualcomm Smart Cities Accelerator Program brings technologies and companies together to collaborate, innovate, and accelerate the rollout […]
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Safety, Sustainability and Efficiency Top Agenda at Velodyne Lidar’s World Safety Summit on Autonomous Technology Free Virtual Event Explores How to Tackle Changing Needs of a World in Continuous Motion SAN JOSE, Calif. (October 7, 2021) – Velodyne Lidar, Inc. (Nasdaq: VLDR, VLDRW) today announced its fourth annual World Safety Summit on Autonomous Technology, which will focus on advancing safety, sustainability and efficiency. […]
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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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NUAIR & NYS DHSES Host Public Safety Drone Summit NUAIR & New York State DHSES Host Two-Day Drone Summit for More Than 120 Public Safety Officials New York public safety officials receive hands on training and witness live demos of the latest drone technologies and techniques to help save lives. (SYRACUSE, NY) – On July 28 and 29, NUAIR and the New York State […]
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LiDAR-based Convergence Monitoring at Rio Tinto’s Argyle Diamond Mine Hovermap mobile LiDAR scanner improves safety and areal coverage in convergence monitoring In December 2019, Rio Tinto trialled Hovermap for convergence monitoring at its Argyle Diamond Mine, in Western Australia. The trial showed LiDAR accuracy is sufficient for displacement monitoring and provides superior areal coverage of target areas. Extraction drives (200m) […]
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Velodyne Lidar, MADD Partner to Advance Understanding of Autonomous Vehicle Technology Partnership for Promoting Safe Roadways SAN JOSE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Velodyne Lidar, Inc. (Nasdaq: VLDR, VLDRW) today announced it is partnering for the third year with Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) on a public education initiative, focusing on the safety benefits of autonomous vehicle technology. The Velodyne and MADD partnership includes educational […]
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NASA Aviation Safety Reporting System (ASRS) for UAS Now Online! At NUAIR, we believe that safety is not only a core competency, but we also consider it to be a competitive advantage to our operations. Our team of professional aviators and support staff work hard to establish and maintain a safety culture that meets or exceeds industry and FAA standards. As […]
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