Category Archives: Technology

GPS Declassified – From Smart Bombs to Smart Phones

Posted on April 14, 2019 by lidar

Richard Easton contacted me yesterday to compliment Paul Ceruzzi on his work in “GPS” and to encourage me to read his book “GPS Declassified: From Smart Bombs to Smart Phones. That is another one for the list. Here’s a guest … Continue reading →

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GPS by Paul E. Ceruzzi Explains the Entire Story

Posted on April 11, 2019 by lidar

The roots of GPS extend further back in time than the 1960’s and 70’s. Having accurate clocks and using objects in the sky to navigate are hundreds of years old. If you are in the geomatics business and like to … Continue reading →

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Wayve Critics Do Not Believe That Less is More

Posted on April 11, 2019 by lidar

A recent blog post introducing Wayve’s claims to need only a camera, GPS tracker and a powerful computer have the Wayve critics speaking out. From an article in Mashable by Sasha Lekach Why weigh down a self-driving car with a … Continue reading →

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Wayve is Using Deep Learning to Drive Like a Human

Posted on April 6, 2019 by lidar

This is a must read. Wayve postures that humans have a remarkable ability to learn to drive quickly and can obtain a licence to drive across a whole country after tens of hours of practice. From a press release by … Continue reading →

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Younger Geospatial Professional Submissions are Impressive

Posted on April 1, 2019 by lidar

Over the past week we have had the pleasure of reviewing a number of high quality submissions for the Younger Geospatial Professional of the Year award. It has been a truly inspiring experience. For those who have not been tracking … Continue reading →

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Colorado State Receives 3D Technology Gift from Trimble

Posted on March 28, 2019 by lidar

Trimble  announced today that it has awarded a significant in-kind gift to the Department of Construction Management at Colorado State University (CSU) that will expand the University’s leadership in training and research for 3D building design, construction management, digital fabrication, civil … Continue reading →

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SPAR 3D 2019 and HxGN LIVE 2019 – Are you Attending?

Posted on March 26, 2019 by lidar

As I begin to review the submissions for the Younger Geospatial Professional of the Year Award, co-sponsored by SPAR 3D 2019 and Leica Geosystems, it reminded me that I need to make my travel plans. HxGN LIVE 2019 occurs a … Continue reading →

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Documenting the World in 3D Versus the Will to Create It

Posted on March 24, 2019 by lidar

We are becoming experts in documenting the world in 3D using an increasing array of digital tools, but at the same time are we losing our interest and ability to create it? I had the great fortune yesterday, thanks to … Continue reading →

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Lidar for Drone Conference – Products and Case Studies

Posted on March 22, 2019 by lidar

The YellowScan Lidar for Drone 2019 Conference delivered a high value mix of technical product information and detailed case studies. Congratulations to the team and the partners for a great learning experience. As mentioned in a previous blog post the … Continue reading →

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GeoIgnite 2019 Issues Call for Speakers

Posted on March 15, 2019 by lidar

With fewer than 100 days before the inaugural event, GeoIgnite 2019 is adding major sponsors, speakers and exhibitors to the conference schedule every week. Be sure to include this important event in your summer calendar on June 18 and 19 … Continue reading →

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