https://www.pobonline.com/rss/2667 en-us The acquisition will integrate ATS software and proprietary Traceable 3D system.

]]> http://www.pobonline.com/articles/102238 Fri, 28 Aug 2020 23:46:00 -0400 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/102238-faro-acquires-swedish-based-leader-in-3d-digital-twin-solution-technology http://www.pobonline.com/articles/102061 Mon, 17 Feb 2020 09:00:00 -0500 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/102061-topconautodesk-expand-bim-offering http://www.pobonline.com/articles/102048 Mon, 03 Feb 2020 09:00:00 -0500 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/102048-d-image-files-can-be-shared-online trunickp@bnpmedia.com (Perry Trunick) http://www.pobonline.com/articles/101988 Fri, 31 Jan 2020 09:00:00 -0500 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/101988-surveying-and-mapping-software-report-preview-spending-steady-in-2020 http://www.pobonline.com/articles/101926 Fri, 15 Nov 2019 08:30:00 -0500 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/101926-bim-reality-capture-and-cloud-processing http://www.pobonline.com/articles/101878 Tue, 01 Oct 2019 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/101878-bim-software-maintains-single-version-history http://www.pobonline.com/articles/101827 Sun, 01 Sep 2019 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/101827-housing-project-at-uc-san-diego-gets-boost-from-high-tech-tools James Benson using Topcon MAGNET software HPS Mechanical’s James Benson uses Topcon MAGNET software to locate a point while a co-worker installs “blue bangers,” which will be used for ceiling hangers after the slab pour. office staff working with CAD drawings Office staff take the existing CAD drawing, identify riser points, saving the drawing as a file, and export it to the layout software and then control points are established. trunickp@bnpmedia.com (Perry Trunick) http://www.pobonline.com/articles/101825 Sun, 01 Sep 2019 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/101825-can-we-make-smart-cities-safe-cities http://www.pobonline.com/articles/101756 Mon, 15 Jul 2019 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/101756-laser-scanner-tech-opens-business-opportunities point cloud Reality capture helped provide accurate measurements and clear images of the current state throughout a project to renovate a restaurant in a circular space. Clients were impressed with the virtual walk through, which was beneficial for team discussions of proposed changes. point cloud Reality capture helped provide accurate measurements and clear images of the current state throughout a project to renovate a restaurant in a circular space. Clients were impressed with the virtual walk through, which was beneficial for team discussions of proposed changes. http://www.pobonline.com/articles/101657 Wed, 15 May 2019 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/101657-uav-saves-rework-and-keeps-project-on-time conducting an aerial survey of construction site “Using Skycatch point cloud data to check against the design, and being able to catch a potential big money issue, paid for the entire UAV program on this project,” said Mark Robertson, DPR. misaligned conduit Discovering a misaligned conduit and correcting the problem avoided thousands of dollars of costs and weeks of delay. aerial imagery of construction site Flying the construction site during initial preparation and frequent as-built images saves costly hours for multiple superintendents to make repeated inspections. The larger the site, the greater the savings. aerial imagery of construction site Flying the construction site during initial preparation and frequent as-built images saves costly hours for multiple superintendents to make repeated inspections. The larger the site, the greater the savings. http://www.pobonline.com/articles/101656 Wed, 15 May 2019 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/101656-oregon-dot-adopts-rugged-gnss-tablets-for-construction-use Oregon DOT worker using geopositioning for automated machine guidance Oregon DOT workers shifted from physical staking to geopositioning for Automated Machine Guidance. Rugged GNSS tablets can store 1 Terrabyte of data. surveyors using rugged tablets Rugged tablets with Real Time Kinematic (RTK) GNSS (GPS, GLONASS and Galileo) provide Oregon DOT workers with sub-meter positioning data. http://www.pobonline.com/articles/101613 Wed, 03 Apr 2019 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/101613-3d-trends-study-3d-imaging-market-growing-including-geospatial trunickp@bnpmedia.com (Perry Trunick) http://www.pobonline.com/articles/101573 Thu, 07 Feb 2019 12:00:00 -0500 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/101573-2019-capital-investment-study-surveyors-capital-spending-consistent http://www.pobonline.com/articles/101553 Wed, 09 Jan 2019 09:00:00 -0500 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/101553-career-notes-a-blend-of-technology-and-history Michael Clifford Michael A. Clifford, PLS, is the co-founder and principal of DGT Associates in Boston. He has a bachelors of science degree in civil engineering from Northeastern University, and has been in the surveying profession for 35 years. mentoring young surveyors Michael Clifford, PLS, believes young surveyors need to get exposure to a wide variety of project types, including different industries, services and technologies. completing a construction support survey Two of DGT Associates’ mainstays are construction support surveys (primarily building control and layout) and ALTA surveys. http://www.pobonline.com/articles/101551 Mon, 07 Jan 2019 09:00:00 -0500 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/101551-taking-3d-scans-identifies-ada-compliance-conflicts scan of the main entrance to Tulsa City Hall The SWA project involved scanning more than 20 municipal structures and areas around Tulsa. Shown here is a scan of the main entrance to Tulsa City Hall. interior scan of the Tulsa Zoo's sea lion cave The detail collected in one scan using the Topcon GLS-2000 proved invaluable as seen in this interior scan of the Tulsa Zoo’s sea lion cave. scan of the Tulsa Zoo Hundreds of scans were conducted both at entrances and in common areas of the zoo. Jimmie Hendrickson At the entrance to the sea lion exhibit, SWA’s chief of parties, Jimmie Hendrickson, sets parameters for the upcoming scanning session. scan of Tulsa Zoo's west exhibits Scanning more than is actually planned has paid dividends for SWA’s team in eliminating the need for revisits to a site. Here, a small portion of the zoo’s west exhibits is captured. Hendrickson reviews a scan on the onboard display of the Topcon GLS-2000 With occupants looking on, Hendrickson reviews a scan on the onboard display of the Topcon GLS-2000. http://www.pobonline.com/articles/101548 Tue, 01 Jan 2019 09:00:00 -0500 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/101548-mixed-reality-boosts-bim-in-construction Trimble Connect for HoloLens The mixed reality environment blurs the lines between reality and fiction to aid decision-making. In this example, Trimble Connect for HoloLens is used for project coordination by providing precise alignment of holographic data on the jobsite. All Images Courtesy of Trimble Trimble hard had with HoloLens Trimble designed a hard hat solution to work with Microsoft HoloLens. using mixed-reality solutions in AEC industry Mixed reality solutions are changing the way people interact with digital information and demonstrate potential for digital transformation across the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industries. Trimble Phase 2 building Mixed reality technology was used in the construction of Trimble’s 118,000-square-foot, Phase 2 building in Westminster, Colo. Trimble Phase 2 building Mixed reality tools can improve coordination by combining models from multiple stakeholders such as structural, mechanical and electrical trade partners. trunickp@bnpmedia.com (Perry Trunick) http://www.pobonline.com/articles/101525 Tue, 04 Dec 2018 09:00:00 -0500 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/101525-international-geospatial-show-highlights-surveying-links Topcon display at InterGeo InterGeo 2018 was 10 percent larger than the 2017 event in Berlin. Source: Topcon Phantom 4 UAV DJI introduced a version of its popular Phantom 4 UAV with RTK capability. Source: COPTRZ SuperBathy bathymetric drone The Hélicéo SuperBathy bathymetric drone weighs just 15 pounds and can be managed by a single operator. Chiroptera 4X The Chiroptera 4X by Leica Geosystems increases point density by a factor of four. http://www.pobonline.com/articles/101313 Wed, 14 Mar 2018 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/101313-surveys-are-tools-for-engineers technology http://www.pobonline.com/articles/101303 Thu, 01 Mar 2018 08:58:00 -0500 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/101303-managing-geospatial-data Acquisition combines EdgeWise and Verity software suites with Topcon positioning hardware.

]]> http://www.pobonline.com/articles/101296 Wed, 21 Feb 2018 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/101296-topcon-acquires-clearedge3d http://www.pobonline.com/articles/101206 Thu, 11 Jan 2018 15:00:00 -0500 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/101206-volkerwessels-and-trimble-working-to-drive-bim-technology-innovation http://www.pobonline.com/articles/101186 Wed, 29 Nov 2017 08:30:00 -0500 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/101186-dotproduct-partners-with-assemble-systems kingv@bnpmedia.com (Valerie King) http://www.pobonline.com/articles/101063 Tue, 05 Sep 2017 09:01:00 -0400 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/101063-augmented-virtual-reality-101-for-geospatial-pros VR development Augmented and virtual reality are burgeoning technologies projected to bring in $80 billion in revenue by 2025. Alexander Klippel, a professor in the Penn State Geography Department, sees great potential for geospatial professoinals in the AR/VR space. Photo courtesy Rachel Garman VR on a phone Augmented and virtual reality are not limited to headset hardware; they can also be accessed using mobile devices, desktop screens and television screens. Photo courtesy Rachel Garman 3D model in AR The 3D expertise that geospatial professionals have to offer can be of value to augmented and virtual reality experiences designd to address real-world problems. Photo courtesy Rachel Garman 3D model in VR Klippel says that in the not too distant future, the ability to give people access to 3D models through either AR or VR will be an expected service. Photo courtesy Alexander Klippel development in Unity engine A diverse array of platforms are available to create augmented and virtual reality experiences. Klippel has had success using Unity, a gaming engine. Photo courtesy Rachel Garman viewing design proposal in VR In city-planning applications, offering municipal managers the opportunity to view design proposals through a virtual reality experience can help them make more informed decisions than they might using a 2D drawing. Photo courtesy Angela Rogers kingv@bnpmedia.com (Valerie King) http://www.pobonline.com/articles/101005 Tue, 11 Jul 2017 09:30:00 -0400 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/101005-new-leica-geosystems-reality-capture-device-centers-on-simplicity http://www.pobonline.com/articles/100955 Mon, 05 Jun 2017 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/100955-guest-column-is-bim-a-market-into-which-gis-can-expand Canary Wharf The Crossrail project in the UK is one of the biggest civil engineering projects undertaken anywhere. It is the building of a new underground railway line below London – one of the largest and busiest cities in Europe. Crossrail Place The Crossrail project in the UK is one of the biggest civil engineering projects undertaken anywhere. It is the building of a new underground railway line below London – one of the largest and busiest cities in Europe. john.stenmark@comcast.net (John Stenmark LS) It’s hard enough to build a complex industrial structure 12 stories tall. Putting one into a deep, concrete-lined hole is even more difficult.

]]> http://www.pobonline.com/articles/100804 Wed, 01 Mar 2017 08:00:00 -0500 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/100804-design-build-meets-geospatial-tech-virtual-construction pipe 13 ft in diameter Installation of large components (the pipe is 13 feet in diameter) relied on precise measurements and accurate modeling. Scans of shaft walls captured beam pockets and keyways for future floors. pump station Everything in the pump station − from concrete structures down to ductwork, conduits and individual anchor bolts − goes through the modeling and review processes. http://www.pobonline.com/articles/98122 Tue, 01 Mar 2016 08:03:00 -0500 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/98122-thoughts-from-the-capturing-reality-forum 3D rendering ground level Salzburg Congress A 3D facility rendering of the ground level of the Salzburg Congress. Photo courtesy Bill Emison Arup common data environment architecture Arup’s common data environment architecture. Photo courtesy Bill Emison GWRM project web viewer A screenshot of the GWRM project web viewer. Photo courtesy Bill Emison 3D model of Velser Tunnel Complex A 3D model of Velser Tunnel Complex in the Netherlands, which runs beneath the North Sea Canal. Photo courtesy Bill Emison Integrated BIM engineering process diagram An integrated BIM engineering process diagram. Photo courtesy Bill Emison UK Rail Mail The United Kingdom’s “Rail Mail” was the world’s first driverless, electrified railway and was in use from 1927 to 2003. Photo courtesy Bill Emison At its launch, AVEVA Everything3D delivered a major advance in productivity and capability in 3D design, and it created a long-sought catalyst of engineering and plant design for lean construction. But its development continues rapidly, and the release of AVEVA E3D 2.1 brings new technology that enables projects to be delivered faster, more cost effectively and more reliably than ever before.

]]> http://www.pobonline.com/articles/97835 Tue, 20 Oct 2015 07:55:00 -0400 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/97835-software-turns-brownfields-to-gold AVEVA's flagship design solution Blending the 3D model with the laser scan data gives AVEVA E3D users an accurate, up-to-date environment to design in. Laser scan data brought into drawings Bringing the laser scan data into the drawings removes the need to remodel existing plant layouts, providing considerable savings in man-hours. Laser scan data is directly applicable to AVEVA E3D's design environment In a breakthrough for 3D designers, laser scan data is directly applicable to AVEVA E3D’s design environment. In Russell White’s classroom, education is anything but an ivory tower.

]]> http://www.pobonline.com/articles/97671 Fri, 17 Jul 2015 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/97671-connecting-the-classroom-to-the-field Topcon GLS-2000 compact high-speed 3D laser scanner Under the watchful eye of Drafting and CAD Technology instructor Russell White, TCAT Shelbyville student Percy Jenkins operates the new Topcon GLS-2000 compact high-speed 3D laser scanner. Topcon GLS-2000 compact high-speed 3D laser scanner TCAT Shelbyville student Dustin Floyd and instructor Russell White get a good look at the Topcon GLS-2000 compact high-speed 3D laser scanner at work on campus. Hayes Instrument Co. Hayes Instrument Co. sales rep Adrian Franklin, left, has been instrumental in helping supply TCAT Shelbyville’s Drafting and CAD Technology Program with modern equipment, including the Topcon GLS-2000 compact high-speed 3D laser scanner. Drafting and CAD Technology program With instructor Russell White, right, lending his support, TCAT Shelbyville students Percy Jenkins, left, and Dustin Floyd have completed all four trimesters of the Drafting and CAD Technology program, specializing in civil drafting. ]]> http://www.pobonline.com/articles/97590 Fri, 01 May 2015 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pobonline.com/articles/97590-what-we-learned-at-spar-international SPAR International SPAR Attendees Attracting plenty of attention at the SPAR International event, Autodesk ReCap 360 is a cloud-connected desktop application that allows users to easily integrate reality capture data into the design process. Autodesk App An example of what the Autodesk app can produce.