Highlights from the TopoDOT User Conference 2017

The 2026 World Ag Expo in Tulare recently showcased a transformative shift in agricultural technology: the rise of the LaserWeeder by Carbon Robotics. Born from a 2018 backyard prototype in Seattle, this AI-powered robot uses sophisticated thermal energy to eliminate weeds without touching a single crop or disturbing the soil. Unlike traditional methods that rely…

A stunning new art installation titled “Desert Pulse” has debuted at the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix, blending high-end surveying technology with environmental storytelling. Created by ScanLAB Projects, the exhibit uses millions of data points captured via terrestrial lidar scanners to create an evocation of the Sonoran Desert. Architects Matt Shaw and Will Trossell spent…

Roanoke County, VA, in collaboration with NV5, is pioneering a data-driven approach to waste management by integrating real-time tracking, predictive analytics, and sensor-based monitoring into trash collection operations. Using Esri ArcGIS Experience Builder (ExB) Developer Edition, the County has developed TrashView, an innovative application that enhances operational efficiency, improves fleet management, and provides residents with…