Tag Archives: GeoSLAM

Continuous Time SLAM – How does it work?

Posted on March 28, 2020 by lidar

GeoSLAM is a world leader in the development and use of Simultaneous Location and Mapping technology, or SLAM. They have developed an informative infographic that explains why SLAM is needed and how it can be used to benefit customers when … Continue reading →

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The Future of Construction from a Leader in SLAM-Based Laser Scanning

Posted on February 10, 2020 by lidar

Since the early days of the personal computer the construction industry has been slow to adopt digital technology. As a result, increases in construction productivity have lagged virtually every other major industry, such as automotive and aircraft manufacturing. It’s true … Continue reading →

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Autonomous Haulage from Caterpillar at FMG Solomon Mine

Posted on October 14, 2018 by lidar

Rob Lawton, Senior Mine Surveyor for FMG Solomon reports from western Australia that that they have 62 autonomous haulage Cat trucks using LiDAR systems on the front (Velodyne HDL-64E mapping system). Be sure to watch the video to see this … Continue reading →

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SPAR 3D 2018 Day 2

Posted on June 7, 2018 by lidar

Day 2 at SPAR 2018 3D opened with a review of the history of AEC Systems and a keynote by a team representing Gensler, the designer of the new headquarters building for Nvidia. The presentation focused on the getting the … Continue reading →

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Raising the Roof

Posted on May 16, 2018 by lidar

When Turner Construction needed to carry out a revamp and extension of their Atlanta office, they took the unique opportunity to test-drive some revolutionary technology. Traditional laser scanning technologies are great for certain applications, but for hard-to-reach, overhead or ‘feature … Continue reading →

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Zeb1 U.S. Distributor Update

Posted on October 26, 2015 by lidar

I recently caught up with Bill Gutelius at Qntfi, Inc., a long time contributor to Lidar News and a distributor of GeoSLAM Zeb products for the Eastern US and Canada. Bill informed me that Qntfi is celebrating its one-year anniversary. … Continue reading →

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