Category Archives: Education

Specifying 3D Accuracy When Using a SLAM Scanner

Posted on June 26, 2019 by lidar

Monday’s post, which caused an encouraging jump in traffic, came in part from the preparations that are underway for a webinar on specifying 3D accuracy for laser scanners. This educational webinar, co-sponsored by the USIBD and Paracosm will discuss the … Continue reading →

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Drone Registration in the U.S is Required

Posted on June 15, 2019 by lidar

This is a guest blog post from Crystal Ding from Outstanding Drone on the importance of drone registration with the FAA here in the U.S. Did you know that you ought to register your drone with the Federation Aviation Administration, … Continue reading →

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Regulating Drones: What Makes a Good Drone Law?

Posted on May 30, 2019 by lidar

Regulating drones and new technologies, in general,  has always been a cumbersome task for authorities. This important article takes a detailed look at what makes a good drone law. From an article in DroneII.com by Millie Radovic Regulations must encompass … Continue reading →

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SPAR 3D Expo and Conference 2019 Opens in One Week

Posted on May 14, 2019 by lidar

If you are interested in finding out about the latest developments in reality capture, BIM, AI, AR/VR and more than you need to attend SPAR 3D Expo and Conference. Included this year will be the Younger Geospatial Professional of the … Continue reading →

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How to Select a Building Documentation Professional

Posted on May 3, 2019 by lidar

There are two important announcements from the USIBD this week. The first is the availability of a free white paper with advice on how to select a building documentation professional. The second is you need to register now to save … Continue reading →

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Robert Schultz, Professor at OSU Retires After 56 Years

Posted on April 26, 2019 by lidar

Where does one begin to measure the impact and to thank a dedicated professor/mentor like Robert Schultz for 56 years of service at one institution? The video below is a great start. Robert “Bob” Schultz, Professor of Civil and Construction … Continue reading →

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Tu Duc Tomb First Vietnamese Site in Open Heritage

Posted on April 24, 2019 by lidar

The tomb of Emperor Tu Duc of the Nguyen Dynasty has become the first Vietnamese site to be featured in Google’s Open Heritage database which is a theme in Google’s Arts and Culture project. What could be found on Open … Continue reading →

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Hydrographic and Lidar Survey Summer School

Posted on April 22, 2019 by lidar

I received an email over the weekend from Denis Hains (former Hydrographer General of Canada retired in 2018) alerting me to a Hydrographic and Lidar Survey International Summer School. It is going to take place May 26 to June 7 … Continue reading →

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Younger Geospatial Professional Award at SPAR Today

Posted on April 1, 2019 by lidar

Well, the day we have been building up to for the past 6 months has finally arrived as we will be announcing the Younger Geospatial Professional of the Year award this morning. It has been a truly inspiring experience and … Continue reading →

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Shane Dalton – Younger Geospatial Professional Interview

Posted on March 30, 2019 by lidar

Shane Dalton joins the growing list of Younger Geospatial Professionals who have contributed their inspiration to the Spotlight Interview series. How about you? Please provide a recap of your post high school education and training. Do you have any licenses … Continue reading →

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