Point Cloud Cleanup – NavVis IVION, no extra cost

Georg Schroth, CTO and Co-Founder of NavVis, explains how the new tool streamlines workflows, enhances data integrity and eliminates third-party tools. We’re pleased to announce NavVis IVION Release 11.5.0, bringing powerful new data cleaning capabilities at no extra cost. Point Cloud Cleanup has been seamlessly integrated within NavVis IVION, the market-leading spatial data platform for digital twin creation, collaboration and integration. […]

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Breaking New Ground: U.S. Air Force Tests Drone LIDAR for Airfield Safety at McChord Airfield

Breaking New Ground: U.S. Air Force Tests Drone LIDAR for Airfield Safety at McChord Airfield In a groundbreaking effort to enhance airfield safety and precision mapping, the U.S. Air Force recently completed a comprehensive LIDAR survey using drone technology at McChord Airfield, located at Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), Washington. The 627th Civil Engineer Squadron (627 CES), in collaboration with Stitch3D […]

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A Career Story from Romania’s Geospatial Frontier

Sergiu Ceausu, Head of the 3D Scanning Department at GISCAD, recently shared the fascinating details of a LiDAR cave mapping project in Romania. To delve deeper into his expertise and career, we invited him for an interview to discuss his background, experiences in the industry, technological insights, and his vision for the future of the field. 📍 Career History & […]

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Introducing Blink by FARO Technologies

Introducing Blink by FARO Technologies: Reality Capture Reimagined with Stunning Visuals, Automated Workflows and One Touch Insights LAKE MARY, Fla. (April 15, 2025) — FARO® Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: FARO) has announced the launch of a unique 3D reality capture solution, FARO Blink, marking an important milestone in its mission to streamline and democratize the process of 3D reality capture. A software-driven solution, Blink combines […]

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Susquehanna River Bridge Rehabilitation

Originally constructed in 1866 and reconstructed in 1906, the Susquehanna River Bridge is a significant piece of infrastructure spanning the Susquehanna River in Maryland. Part of Amtrak’s Northeast Corridor, the bridge features large stone and concrete piers and operates as a swing bridge, allowing the rails to disconnect and open for shipping traffic. However, the ability to open and close […]

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USIBD Announces Acquisition of Scan to BIM University (STBU) ..

USIBD Announces Acquisition of Scan to BIM University (STBU) from ClearEdge 3D, Strengthening Industry Education and Training [Tustin, CA] — March 31, 2025— The U.S. Institute of Building Documentation (USIBD) proudly announces the acquisition of Scan to BIM University (STBU) from ClearEdge 3D, marking a significant milestone in the organization’s commitment to advancing education and professional development within the building […]

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OxTS launches WayFinder and LiDAR Boost for GNSS-denied localisation 

OxTS launches WayFinder and LiDAR Boost for GNSS-denied localisation  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Middleton Stoney, UK – OxTS is extremely proud to launch WayFinder, a complete localisation solution for any environment, even GNSS-denied spaces. Functioning out of the box with no need for additional hardware, WayFinder uses a new, unique software called LiDAR Boost to provide accurate localisation both in, and […]

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Airborne Bathymetric LiDAR – Revolutionizing Hydrographic Surveying

In The News: RIEGL’s Airborne Bathymetric LiDAR – Revolutionizing Hydrographic Surveying The following article by Janowski, Tysiąc, and Mandlburger provides a comprehensive understanding of Bathymetric technology, detailing its applications and benefits. In their insightful article on Hydro International, Łukasz Janowski, Paweł Tysiąc, and Gottfried Mandlburger delve into the immense potential of airborne bathymetric LiDAR and RIEGL technology to revolutionize hydrographic surveying. They explore its applications […]

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RIEGL – Cutting-Edge Technology Unveils Ancient Secrets at Cahokia Mounds

In the News: RIEGL’s Cutting-Edge Technology Unveils Ancient Secrets at Cahokia Mounds In a groundbreaking collaboration, RIEGL‘s advanced geospatial technology is playing a pivotal role in uncovering the mysteries of Cahokia Mounds, one of North America’s most significant archaeological sites. The RIEGL miniVUX-3UAV system, a state-of-the-art airborne laser scanner, is at the forefront of this exploration, providing researchers with unprecedented precision and efficiency. Designed […]

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SBG Systems unveils the new Ellipse

SBG Systems unveils the new Ellipse: a leap in performance with a simple and free firmware upgrade Carrières-sur-Seine, March 10th, 2025 – SBG Systems is thrilled to announce the New Ellipse, a groundbreaking upgrade for the Ellipse product line. Whether you’re using an AHRS or INS version, this simple and free firmware upgrade transforms your trusted hardware into a more […]

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Unlocking the Secrets of Ancient Trees with RIEGL Terrestrial LiDAR

Unlocking the Secrets of Ancient Trees with RIEGL Terrestrial LiDAR Researchers from University College London (UCL), the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, and the National Centre for Earth Observation (NCEO) are collaborating with RIEGL UK to gain new insights into some of the UK’s rare and exceptional ancient oak trees using the RIEGL VZ-400i terrestrial laser scanner. The SCATTER project (Scanning Ancient Trees with Terrestrial LiDAR) employs […]

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David Hall, Founder of the Lidar Industry, Launches a New Company – Hall Lidar Inc. in Montana

David Hall, Founder of the Lidar Industry, Launches a New Company – Hall Lidar Inc. in Montana BOZEMAN, Mont., Feb. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — David Hall continues to make his mark on the lidar industry as he launches Hall Lidar Inc., or HLi (www.halllidar.com) in Bozeman, Montana. Hall, the original inventor of the lidar technology for mapping and the autonomous vehicle industry, is eager to offer quality lidar for customers, as he sees […]

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Topcon and FARO Technologies Announce Strategic Agreement in Laser Scanning Technology 

Topcon and FARO Technologies Announce Strategic Agreement in Laser Scanning Technology  LIVERMORE, Calif. — February 18, 2025 — Topcon Corporation and FARO Technologies have announced a strategic agreement to develop and distribute innovative solutions in the laser scanning market. The agreement is expected to expand access to cutting-edge digital reality solutions and result in complementary product developments, such as the seamless integration of Topcon […]

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XenoBike Named Best Product at Geo Week!

XenoBike Named Best Product at Geo Week! February 14, 2025 This February, XenoBike was voted the Best Product of 2024 at Geo Week’s Game Changers Showcase! XenoBike, XenomatiX’ turnkey pavement inspection solution, took the top spot ahead of some of the most established geospatial firms in the industry. This innovative four-wheel electric bike brings high-precision road scanning to areas that traditional vehicles can’t reach, revolutionizing bike lane […]

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GeoCue Unveils TV1 Lite and TV1: Game-Changing, Cost-Accessible Drone LiDAR Systems

GeoCue Unveils TV1 Lite and TV1: Game-Changing, Cost-Accessible Drone LiDAR Systems TrueView Product Line Expands with Two New Starter, Survey Grade LiDAR Systems FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 10, 2025 Denver, CO –  Today, live from the floor of Geo Week 2025, GeoCue is excited to announce the launch of two new groundbreaking products in the TrueView lineup: the TV1 Lite […]

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SAM Companies to Showcase Advanced Geospatial Solutions at Geo Week 2025 

SAM Companies to Showcase Advanced Geospatial Solutions at Geo Week 2025  Austin, Texas | February 6, 2025 – SAM, a leader in providing professional geospatial and inspection solutions, is excited to announce its participation in Geo Week 2025, February 10-12, 2025, in Denver, Colorado. SAM will be showcasing its latest advancements in geospatial technologies at booth #512, where visitors can learn more […]

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Precisely Position your Pointclouds with OxTS

Precisely Position your Pointclouds with OxTS OxTS GNSS-aided inertial navigation systems (GNSS/INS) are used across the world to help engineers collect accurate PNT data. Available in a range of form factors, the devices are equally at home integrated into a drone payload as they are attached to a vehicle.  The data generated by the devices can be used alongside OxTS’ […]

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Overture Maps Foundation Releases General Availability of Transportation Dataset

Overture Maps Foundation Releases General Availability of Transportation Dataset Transportation and road networks mark one of most widely used map datasets with strategic importance across many industries and humanitarian efforts SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Overture Maps Foundation, a collaborative effort to enable current and next-generation interoperable open map services and products, today announced the General Availability (GA) of its global Transportation […]

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Woolpert Australia Enhances Their Survey Suite

Woolpert Australia Enhances Their Survey Suite with Riegl’s VZ-600i Laser Scanning Technology Woolpert Australia, a premier architecture, engineering, geospatial (AEG), and strategic consulting firm, has invested in the state-of-the-art RIEGL VZ-600i terrestrial laser scanner and added this new addition to their survey suite. This acquisition and collaboration between Woolpert Australia and RIEGL Australia highlights their dedication to utilizing the latest in laser scanning technology to remain competitive and industry […]

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Hawaiʻi CC Launches First Community College Drone Certification Program

Hawaiʻi CC Launches First Drone Certification Program in Community College System VIDEO NEWS RELEASE Spring registration for the first drone certification program in the state’s community college system is now open at Hawaiʻi Community College. The program, backed by a $650,000 National Science Foundation grant, emphasizes practical applications of drone technology across industries, including agriculture, civil defense, and environmental conservation. […]

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LIDAR: A Technology Overview and the Role of Diffuse…

LIDAR: A Technology Overview and the Role of Diffuse Reflectance Targets in Testing & Calibrating Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) By Russell Bailey, Product Manager, Pro-Lite Technology Ltd & Greg McKee, Chief Technologist & Product Marketing Manager, Labsphere Inc LIDAR is an established technology that is being increasingly deployed in consumer products and in driverless vehicles. LIDAR is an acronym […]

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LiDAR Technology Powers Wingfield Scale & Measure’s WingScan Product Line  

LiDAR Technology Powers Wingfield Scale & Measure’s WingScan Product Line   Since 1937, manufacturers in need of scale and measurement solutions have turned to Tennessee-based Wingfield Scale & Measure. Key to Wingfield’s success over three generations of leadership has been its commitment to innovation. The company has expanded its capability beyond scales to include industrial inventories, stockpile measurement, and, most […]

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Infrastructure tech firm Kodifly raises $750k for LiDAR projects

Infrastructure tech firm Kodifly raises $750k for LiDAR projects The startup’s founders were previously funded by Laidlaw’s scholarships Hong Kong-based transport management tech startup Kodifly said it has raised $750k from the investment arm of philanthropic education fund Laidlaw Foundation.  The cash injection from Laidlaw Scholars Ventures will be used to bring the tech and data analysis company’s hardware and […]

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Technology Demo Suggests How to Keep Drone Traffic Flowing Smoothly

Over nearly a week of testing — a week that followed months of preparation and involved five types of aircraft, four aircraft software systems, more than 30 engineers, pilots, and operations experts, and 141 flights — the Virginia Tech Mid-Atlantic Aviation Partnership and its partners sought to answer an increasingly urgent question: How can we effectively manage the diversity and volume of […]

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Oh My Foot, Another Change! – Photogrammetry & Survey Engineer

Oh My Foot, Another Change! Curtis Clabaugh Editor’s Note:  Retired after nearly 43 years with the Wyoming Department of Transportation as State Photogrammetry & Surveys Engineer, Curtis Clabaugh is currently with ESP Associates doing project liaison and educational awareness.  He is currently the chair of the Transportation Research Board subcommittee for small unmanned aerial systems. Sometimes I wonder if I […]

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