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Helen Richards of Benchmark Surveys Shares Her Story

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 12:18:00 -0400

Helen Richards runs Benchmark Surveys. After decades in the industry, her business is becoming more of a family enterprise.

HawkEye 360 Launches 3 Formation-Flying Microsatellites

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 16:40:00 -0400

HawkEye 360 Inc. recently announced the successful launch of its Cluster 3 radio frequency geolocation microsatellites built by Space Flight Laboratory (SFL).

What Are the Best GIS Data Sources?

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 09:00:00 -0400

While many mapping systems provide little to no integrated data, Maptitude includes a wealth of information for free, and allows you to map your own data at no charge and without additional fees for credits or API access.

Advanced Mapping Tech Brings Early European Settlements Back to Life

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 09:00:57 -0400

A Canadian archaeologist is using advanced mapping and visualization technologies to bring one of the earliest European settlements in North America back to life.

Are Laser Scanners for AEC Evolving into Cobots?

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 15:08:00 -0400

While the instruments and equipment of AEC have not reached the levels of autonomy that we might associate with the term "robot," they are evolving towards becoming more like "cobots."

SP60 GNSS Receive Creates A Long-Distance Connection

Tue, 18 May 2021 10:28:57 -0400

SP60 GNSS receiver was used to complete the entire land and sea route for the world’s longest and deepest alternating current (AC) cable.

Women in GIS: Do Not Be Afraid

adolphuse@bnpmedia.com (Emell Derra Adolphus) — Mon, 10 May 2021 15:58:23 -0400

Women are changing the landscape of the land surveying profession and the geospatial fields, but are the odds of success stacked against them?

Women In GIS: Preparing for a Female Future in GIS

Mon, 10 May 2021 15:44:21 -0400

Fei Jiang, Ph.D., started her GIS journey 10 years ago and has never looked back until now.

AIRT Building World's Largest Air Force of Geo-referenced Emergency Drones

Tue, 04 May 2021 12:10:00 -0400

The Airborne International Response Team (AIRT) recently announced a combined initiative to develop a global, geo-referenced database of public safety unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) programs and emergency response remote pilots.

Land Surveying Policy Points: President Trump Signs Digital Coast Act into Law

john@jmpa.us (John M. Palatiello) — Wed, 14 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -0400

The surveying profession scored a major victory when President Trump signed S. 1069, the Digital Coast Act.

CHC Navigation Introduces New Cost-Effective UAV LiDAR System

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 16:04:00 -0400

The AlphaAir 450 is a very lightweight and compact all-in-one sensor.

Women In GIS: The Benefits of Diversity In the Geospatial Profession

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 11:15:00 -0400

Women are changing the landscape of the land surveying profession and the geospatial fields, but are the odds of success stacked against them?

WOMEN IN GIS: Shutting down stereotypes in GIS

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 09:00:00 -0500

Geospatial professional Maria Hochleitner shares her experience as a woman in GIS.

The First Lady of Land Surveying, Alice Fletcher

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 09:00:00 -0500

Native American tribes came to know Alice Fletcher as the “Measuring Woman.”

Women in GIS: Christine Gayron, LS, of GdB Geospatial in New York

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 10:00:00 -0500

Watch our exclusive interview with GdB Geospatial president Christine Gayron on leading in the land surveying and geospatial professions as a female executive.

Golden Software Improves Surfer File Handling for Faster Mapping

Sun, 07 Mar 2021 20:40:00 -0500

Surfer enables users to model data sets, apply an array of advanced analytics tools, and graphically communicate the results in ways anyone can understand.

Qube 240 Payload Is A Geomatics Grade LiDAR Scanner for the Trinity F90+ UAV

Sun, 07 Mar 2021 11:46:00 -0500

A small and powerful LiDAR sensor for the Trinity F90+ UAS.

Land Surveying Courses at Kennesaw State University Prepare Students for Geospatial Jobs

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 12:00:00 -0500

The GSS program produces high caliber graduates who are trained in the theory and application of geospatial technologies.

Is Land Surveying a Man’s World?

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 12:00:00 -0500

Land Surveyor Emily Pierce shares her experience as a woman in the land surveying profession.

senseFly Launches eBee Ag Fixed-wing Mapping Drone for Agriculture

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 07:52:00 -0500

Based on senseFly’s flagship eBee X drone, eBee Ag helps agriculture professionals overcome the many challenges they face in the field related to planning, plant health and crop monitoring.

SP90m GNSS Receiver Helps Yachter Win Vendée Globe

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 20:35:00 -0500

A Spectra Geospatial SP90m GNSS receiver provided the precise position and boat heading information for the winning boat in the ninth quadrennial Vendée Globe around-the-world non-stop sailing race.

First Image Released By NEMO-HD Microsatellite

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 11:03:00 -0500

Space-SI, the Slovenian Centre of Excellence for Space Sciences and Technologies, released the first multispectral image captured by its NEMO-HD Earth observation microsatellite

Why A Vendée Globe Yacht Team Chose the Spectra Geospatial SP90m GNSS Receiver

adolphuse@bnpmedia.com (Emell Derra Adolphus) — Thu, 04 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0500

On the Maître Coq IV yacht, the Spectra Geospatial SP90m GNSS receiver’s rugged design responds well to marine conditions.

New U.S. Space Policy Plans for Permanent Moon Occupancy

adolphuse@bnpmedia.com (Emell Derra Adolphus) — Mon, 01 Feb 2021 09:00:00 -0500

Five takeaways from the recently published space policy and what it means for the future of space exploration.

Four truths shaping Trimble Dimensions 2.0

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 11:00:00 -0500

Trimble Dimensions will return in 2022 with a reimagined purpose.

A View of the Bobcat Fire in Los Angeles County

adolphuse@bnpmedia.com (Emell Derra Adolphus) — Fri, 15 Jan 2021 17:00:00 -0500

Two images taken from space show the full scope of California’s wildfires last summer.

NV5 Geospatial Providing LiDar, Aerial Imagery and Geospatial Analytics Across Canada

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 08:56:00 -0500

NV5 Geospatial has dramatically expanded its Canadian operations.

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.

High Schoolers To Receive Credit for AYBAA and USGIF’s Collaborative Training

Sun, 13 Dec 2020 18:38:00 -0500

Missouri high school districts can choose, independently, to give high school credits to students who take and pass AYBAA and USGIF’s collaborative training.

New Mobile App For Working With Reach RTK Receivers

Sat, 12 Dec 2020 15:52:00 -0500

ReachView 3 is a free app available for Android and iOS devices for working with Reach RTK Receivers.