Hardware

How Ground-Penetrating Radar Works

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 09:00:00 -0400

Ohio-based Ground Penetrating Radar Systems (GPRS) was one of the first companies in the country to focus on concrete scanning.

Trimble T100 Tablet Delivers High-Performance Computing in the Field

Sun, 09 May 2021 08:28:00 -0400

Trimble’s T100 is the latest high-performance tablet providing fast data processing for a variety of surveying, mapping and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications.

New Leica CityMapper-2L

Sun, 11 Apr 2021 15:05:00 -0400

With a new focal length combination for ultra-high resolution projects or operations when low flying altitude is required, the Leica CityMapper-2 now offers a full product portfolio covering all flying parameters and GSD’s.

What Land Surveyors Need to Know About the Technologies Revolutionizing the Profession

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 09:00:00 -0500

Topographical surveying is increasingly high-tech, and many modern innovations help construction professionals save time and money.

TinySurveyor's Big Impact On Land Surveying

adolphuse@bnpmedia.com (Emell Derra Adolphus) — Mon, 14 Dec 2020 16:00:00 -0500

TinyMobileRobots is the maker of the TinySurveyor, a mobile robot that land surveyors can use for layouts and road building, equipped with GNSS integration and total station compatible.

Five Reasons Land Survey Firms Invest in Drones

Tue, 15 Sep 2020 09:00:00 -0400

In the 2020 Point of Beginning Aerial & UAV research Report, survey firms share why they are investing in drones.

Ground Penetrating Radar Surveys Could Save Transportation Departments Money

Tue, 04 Aug 2020 09:12:00 -0400

The Maine Department of Transportation uses PaveScan ground penetrating radar technology to improve road pavement quality and service life.

Using Ground Penetrating Radar at Oakwood Cemetery

adolphuse@bnpmedia.com (Emell Derra Adolphus) — Wed, 22 Jul 2020 14:20:00 -0400

Oakwood Cemetery in High Point, North Carolina is using ground penetrating radar to reveal scores of unmarked graves in the cemetery's historically Black burial section.

Drones Can Safely Perform Inspections In Dangerous Conditions

lduffy@aproposresearch.com (Linda Duffy) — Wed, 17 Jun 2020 09:00:00 -0400

Equipped with cameras and other sensors, drones can access assets without exposing a person to any of the dangerous conditions found in chimneys, boilers, tanks and tunnels.

Trimble OBIA Tech Helps Create Regional Vegetation Map in Brittany, France

Mon, 15 Jun 2020 11:00:00 -0400

Planners, authorities and biodiversity specialists in Brittany have been pressured to balance this urban sprawl with environmental protection policies, but existing vegetation maps of the region have made that difficult.

A Surveyor Truck Can Be A Mobile Office

adolphuse@bnpmedia.com (Emell Derra Adolphus) — Wed, 13 May 2020 07:18:00 -0400

Chief surveyor John T. Donohue Jr. takes us inside his new souped-up surveyor truck.

Mobile Mapping Collects Geospatial Data From A Safe Distance

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 15:40:00 -0400

Trimble’s MX9 3D system performs a broad range of mobile mapping applications such as road surveys, topographic mapping, 3D modeling and asset management, using a vehicle-mounted mobile LiDAR system, multi-camera imaging, and field software.

Trimble’s SiteVision creates a low-cost, augmented reality field solution

Tue, 14 Apr 2020 07:01:00 -0400

A Norwegian design firm has put Trimbles 3D Augmented Reality field solution into practice and has seen immediate benefits.

2020 Equipment Report Reveals Newer Tech Taking Hold for Surveyors

trunickp@bnpmedia.com (Perry Trunick) — Mon, 02 Mar 2020 09:15:00 -0500

Spending is increasing and lasers are among tools being added.

Surveyors Support Smart Tech Choices

trunickp@bnpmedia.com (Perry Trunick) — Sun, 01 Mar 2020 09:15:00 -0500

Weighing the cost of new gear with better capabilities and capacities against the actual value it might deliver is tough.

Special Report Preview: 2020 Surveying & Mapping Industry Equipment

Mon, 10 Feb 2020 09:00:00 -0500

Categories studied include total stations, data collector/controllers, geodetic survey-grade carrier-phase GPS receivers, mapping-grade code-phase receivers, 3D laser scanners, UAVs, and wireless cloud computing.

Partnerships, Automation, Tech Highlighted at Geospatial Show

Mon, 16 Dec 2019 09:00:00 -0500

At times, the geospatial world sounds like it is “throwback Thursday.”

Ground penetrating Radar Saves Mistakes

Mon, 16 Sep 2019 09:00:00 -0400

Here’s how two professional concrete scanners are using GPR, how they get the most out of it, and their thoughts on accessories designed to make their jobs easier.

Rugged Enterprise Devices from Zebra

Thu, 22 Aug 2019 09:00:00 -0400

James Pemberton introduces rugged, purpose-built, enterprise devices from Zebra Technologies at the 2019 Esri User Conference.

Faro Announces Firmware Update to ScanAssist

Wed, 17 Apr 2019 11:00:00 -0400

The firmware update addresses workflow needs of AEC professionals.

The Surveyor's Toolkit: Laser Scanners More Integrated into Workflows in 2019

trunickp@bnpmedia.com (Perry Trunick) — Mon, 18 Feb 2019 09:00:00 -0500

Laser scanning and imaging systems are rapidly making their way into every surveyor’s toolkit.

DT Research Announces New Rugged Tablet

Tue, 31 Jul 2018 09:00:00 -0400

DT Research introduced the first purpose-built rugged tablet for GIS with built-in Real Time Kinematic (RTK) satellite navigation, used to enhance the precision of position data derived from satellite-based positioning systems.

Topcon Introduces T-18 Handheld Controller

Tue, 31 Jul 2018 09:00:00 -0400

Topcon’s T-18 handheld controller is designed to drive geopositioning, construction, mapping and vertical construction applications.

Geneq Announces SXblue ToolBox App for SXblue GNSS Receivers

Tue, 31 Jul 2018 09:00:00 -0400

The SXblue ToolBox Android application for SXblue GNSS receivers allows the user to view and analyze the position data provided by the SXblue receiver and metadata related to its location.

Tersus Releases David GNSS Receiver

Tue, 31 Jul 2018 09:00:00 -0400

Tersus David GNSS receiver delivers high-precision signal reception that's integrated in a small and light package.

Road Recycling Meets Surveying

Mon, 11 Dec 2017 09:00:00 -0500

Nations need good connections to thrive.

Guest Column: Commercial UAV Pilot Certification for Surveyors

Tue, 14 Nov 2017 09:00:00 -0500

For surveyors and geospatial professionals, obtaining a commercial sUAS (small unmanned aircraft system) pilot certification can open many new doors for success and efficiency.

Drone Leader Launches Drone ‘License Plates’

Mon, 13 Nov 2017 13:28:00 -0500

DJI is offering AeroScope for drone identification and Drone Pilot Knowledge Quiz for operator education.

UAS Topographic Mapping in Afghanistan

Mon, 06 Nov 2017 09:00:00 -0500

When we think of drones flying in Afghanistan, the picture that does not come to mind is a 2-pound unmanned aerial system being utilized to support engineering applications.

New Lightweight, Long-Range LiDAR Sensor for Drone Mapping

Mon, 30 Oct 2017 13:53:00 -0400

Cepton Technologies is partnering with LiDAR USA to offer geospatial pros with a 550-gram LiDAR sensor.