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Understanding Laser Scanners

When complex or large environments need to be documented, laser scanners are a practical and economical solution. Laser scanning – also known as Lidar tec... (read more)

Construction Technology: Building the Future in a Mirror World

In 1992, American computer scientist, artist and writer David Gelernter, released a book titled Mirror Worlds. In the prologue, Gelernter explains: “... (read more)

GeoSLAM Enters Partnership with Drone Specialists Heliguy

GeoSLAM has partnered with UK-based drone specialist Heliguy to provide professionals with sophisticated aerial mapping solutions. Drones have become a cru... (read more)

Arvizio Launches Augmented Reality Hybrid Rendering

Arvizio has introduced new capabilities to its enterprise XR platform with GPU-accelerated hybrid rendering to stream massive 3D models and Lidar scans to multi... (read more)

Trimble Adds New Innovation to Flagship GNSS Solution

Trimble has introduced the Trimble R12i GNSS receiver, the latest addition to its Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) portfolio. The Trimble R12i incorpor... (read more)

FARO Launches 3D Laser Scanning Integration with Boston Dynamics Mobile Robot

FARO Technologies has announced the release of FARO Trek. Trek is a fully autonomous 3D mobile scanning integration built in collaboration with the Massach... (read more)

Innovation and the Extending Reach of Geospatial Intelligence

The need for geospatial intelligence has never been so great. Today’s global challenges are reinforcing a growing requirement for precise location informa... (read more)

Reality Capture Breakthroughs Unlock Productivity for BIM in Construction

After a slow start, the digital transformation is rapidly accelerating in the construction industry. These recent breakthroughs in reality capture are set to im... (read more)

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Bigger, Faster, Automated: Geospatial Technology Trends in 2020 and Beyond

Today's three main trends in geospatial technology are bigger datasets, faster digital adoption and autonomous connected ecosystems, according to Josh Weiss, Chief Digital Officer at Hexagon’s Geosystems division. If there is one thing I’ve learned during my last year and a half as Chief Digital Officer at Hexagon’s Geosystems division, technology is in constant evolution. From cutting my teeth in the steel industry to leading Hexagon’s Mining division, I’ve had a f... (read more)

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