The growing reliance on precise topographic data requires a coordinated effort.

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.

When a Cessna fixed-wing aircraft took off over an Austrian alpine region on an early morning day in August 2016, it ascended carrying two crew, a large-format digital camera, a bit of uncertainty, and a whole lot of risk.

On many jobsites throughout the world, layout for a structure’s mechanicals is still done using a measuring tape, a string, and a lumber crayon. Not so for HPS Mechanical, which is well into its fourth year embracing layout technology based on a robotic total station.

Easement disputes are on the rise across the nation, as illustrated by the ease with which they can be found in modern court records.

What safety features are incorporated in a structure beyond the usual designated tornado shelter and evacuation signage? How well documented is the final build, and what is available to first responders who might have to assist in an emergency?

Tony Isaacs of PLW Modelworks uses a unique “fly like a bird” simulator to highlight the company’s 3D models.

Tim Frank of Nearmap demonstrates 3D mapping and imaging tools on the show floor of the 2019 Esri User Conference.

Ryan Bank of the Geospatial Intelligence Center shows off GIC’s 7.5 cm 360-degree oblique view imagery and analytics at the 2019 Esri User Conference.

Steve Lombardi of Vexcel describes the group’s blue sky imagery library which cover the entire U.S. and what it terms “gray sky” catastrophe imagery showing the effects of disasters to aid in recovery operations.