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Laser Scanning Technology Developed for Space Missions Now Used in Mining

A harsh environment, 24/7 operations, hazardous working conditions, real-time data transmission from remote areas – these are some of the factors that create challenges in the mining industry. To address these needs, technology developed for use on the Space Shuttle and for other space missions has been adapted for terrestrial mining.

Linda Duffy 1 day ago

Existing Building Surveyors Get No Respect

Some people tell me that documenting a building’s architecture is easy. I hear it all the time: “Anyone can do it;” “It takes no special skill or knowledge;” and, my favorite, “I’ll just send in an intern.”

John M. Russo, AIA 1 day ago

5 Things Not to Miss at HxGN Live

Thinking of skipping Hexagon’s annual conference? Think again. Rebranded this year as HxGN Live, the four-day gala at the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas promises to be better than ever.

Douglas D. Fisher 3 days ago

Mobile Mapping with RIEGL’s VMX-450

What are the advantages of the RIEGL VMX-450 mobile laser scanning system and RiPRECISION software? What can it mean for you and your business?

Alexis Brumm 4 days ago

What is Next in the World of Architectural Design?

During the span of one person’s career, architectural design has moved through at least three phases, and the transformation is not yet finished. Where will it go next?

Linda Duffy 15 May 2013

Is Online Education the Answer for Geospatial Professionals?

Although it seems inevitable that more colleges and universities will turn to online courses to educate geospatial professionals, at least one college is expanding its old-fashioned brick-and-mortar offerings to entice prospective students.

Douglas D. Fisher 15 May 2013

What’s Really Driving BIM?

Is all the talk about BIM just hype, or is there something more to it? Jody Lounsbury, PLS, of CHA, shares his views.

Christine Grahl 14 May 2013

State DOTs Turn to Aerial Surveys to Save Money

State DOT personnel are looking more and more to aerial platforms when it comes to highway design and rerouting because it means less boots on the ground. International geospatial giant Merrick & Co., together with Midland Surveying of Maryville, Mo., recently provided airborne LiDAR services to the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) on two major highway projects.

Scotty Fletcher 09 May 2013

What the Mining Industry Needs in a Laser Scanner (Video)

What are today's mines looking for in a laser scanner? Clayton Fritz, technical sales engineer for Maptek, explains why the company's latest technology is going underground.

Christine Grahl 08 May 2013

Laser Scanning, UAS and Trimble RealWorks 8.0 (Video)

Tim Lemmon, marketing director for Trimble’s Oil, Gas and Chemical Division, shares new details about Trimble RealWorks 8.0 and talks about some of Trimble’s most popular data capture technologies.