Category: Laser Scanning
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Plowman Craven Extends its 3D Laser Scanning Capability with the New HDS7000 Terrestrial Laser Scanning System from Leica Geosystems
6 September 2011 (Milton Keynes, UK 6 September 2011) – Already a proven leader in innovation, Plowman Craven has now procured one of the UK’s first Leica HDS7000 ultra high speed scanner to ensure the best combination of speed and accuracy for its measurement survey solutions. With scanning speeds of up to one million points per…
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Surveying Solutions, Inc. Delivery of the Riegl VMX-250 with the CS6 Camera System
Orlando, Florida, August 18, 2011 Surveying Solutions, Inc. delivery of the Riegl VMX-250 with the CS6 Camera System Riegl USA is proud to announce Surveying Solutions, Inc. (SSI) as a new Mobile Mapping User. SSI will utilize the Riegl VMX-250 with the CS6 Camera System to collect detailed topography, asset management, and precision survey data at near highway speeds. …
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Driving a Riegl Mobile Mapping Vehicle Video
In July 2011, SPAR managing director Tom Greaves got a chance to drive a Riegl mobile mapping vehicle while in Neuss, Germany. Watch the Driving a Riegl Mobile Mapping Vehicle Video
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Laser Scanned Point Cloud of the USS Blueback Submarine Video
It’s short and sweet, but still an interesting video showing the use of laser scanned point clouds to scan the USS Blueback Submarine located at the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) in Portland, Oregon. Watch the Laser Scanned Point Cloud of the USS Blueback Submarine Video
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Leica Cyclone 7.2 Improves Processing of Rich, “As-built” Point Clouds from Laser Scanning
29 July 2011 (Heerbrugg, 29 July 2011) – Leica Geosystems announces new Leica Cyclone v7.2 software that improves office processing and use of rich “as-built” point cloud data. Several innovations in Leica Cyclone 7.2 address key market needs and trends in the processing and use of rich, as-built point cloud data from laser scanning/High-Definition Surveying™. One…
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XYGO Maps Chile’s Major Cities with Topcon Positioning Systems (TPS) IP-S2 LiDAR
XYGO, based in Santiago, Chile, is using Topcon Positioning Systems’ (TPS) IP-S2 to map all of central Chile’s main cities with LiDAR. The IP-S2 is a vehicle-mounted system with three laser scanners and a multi-lens digital camera. Data collection can be performed at normal roadway travel speeds as the system collects millions of LiDAR points…
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Leading VFX Data Capture Company 4DMax Invest in the Latest Leica High-Definition Surveying Technology
UK based 4DMax, a leading company in the film, TV, visual FX and Forensic 3D data capture market has recently purchased the latest Leica High-Definition SurveyingTM (HDS) ScanStation C10 to enhance its 3D data capture services. Duncan Lees, Co-Owner and Director, 4DMax comments: “Working across a number of markets from big Hollywood blockbuster movies such…
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Leica Geosystems Announces New HDS7000 Ultra High-Speed, Phase Scanner
11 April 2011 Leica Geosystems Announces New HDS7000 Ultra High-Speed, Phase Scanner (Norcross, GA April 2011) Leica Geosystems announces the HDS7000, a new phase-based laser scanner that lets users take advantage of ultra-high speed scanning for more scanning applications on more sites. The HDS7000 features key enhancements over its predecessor thanks to its rugged design, excellent…
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Topcon Announces RTP-300 for High-Speed Surface Profiling
LIVERMORE, Calif. – January 17, 2011 – Topcon Positioning Systems (TPS) new RTP-300 Real Time Profiler collects surface data at speeds up to 65 miles per hour (105 km/hr) and creates an exact model of the existing surface. The RTP-300’s data collection system includes a Topcon GNSS dual-constellation satellite receiver system, three laser profilers, wheel…
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5 Tips for Successful Independent Solo Surveyor Workload Strategies
In today’s Premium Member post I’d like to discuss effective strategies for effectively mastering your workload. Three years ago this month I transformed my professional land surveyor practice from your typical land surveying company with multiple crews and back-office personnel to that of being a solo surveyor. Here’s what I’ve learned regarding workload strategies.
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Vienna City Hall (Rathaus) Based on LIDAR Data, Orthophoto, Terrestial Images and Cadastral Map
Here’s a cool video of the Vienna City Hall (Rathaus) based on LIDAR data, Orthophoto, Terrestial images and Cadastral map. Nice music, too!
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FARO Introduces World’s Most Accurate Break Resistant SMR as Part of Expanded Line of Laser Tracker
FARO Introduces World’s Most Accurate Break Resistant SMR as Part of Expanded Line of Laser Tracker FARO Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: FARO), the world’s leading provider of portable 3D measurement and imaging solutions, announced the release of the world’s most accurate break resistant spherically mounted retroreflector (SMR) as a part of their newly expanded line of…
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Professional Land Surveyor News-Leica Laser Scanners Used for 3D Survey of Mount Rushmore
Professional Land Surveyor News-Leica’s Laser Scanners Used for 3D Survey of Mount Rushmore Leica Geosystems’ Laser Scanners used by International Team to Complete First-Ever 3D Survey of Mount Rushmore National Memorial (Norcross, Ga., 19 July 2010) Leica Geosystems announced that the first ever 3D survey of Mt. Rushmore National Memorial has been successfully completed using its…
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Professional Land Surveyor News Trimble Unveils State-of-the-Art Mobile Spatial Imaging System
Professional Land Surveyor News Trimble Unveils State-of-the-Art Mobile Spatial Imaging System The Trimble MX8 System Combines Leading Imaging and Laser Scanning Capabilities in an Integrated System for Mobile Mapping SUNNYVALE, Calif., July 13, 2010 —Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) introduced today the Trimble® MX8 Mobile Spatial Imaging System, an advanced mobile data capture system that combines imaging…
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The Professional Land Surveyor Podcast Episode 2
An Introduction and Welcome to The Professional Land Surveyor Podcast. Contact Me If You Are Interested in Supporting This Podcast And Be A Sponsor. Twitter Tweepout Facebook Fanaticus Focus Linkedin Land Surveyor Lookout Professional Land Surveyor News University of Maine Proposed Survey Engineering Technology (SVT) Program Budget Cuts Professional Land Surveyor Marketing Tips
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Professional Land Surveyor News-PPI Adds New Topcon Precision Mobile 3D Mapping and Survey System
Professional Land Surveyor News-PPI Adds New Topcon Precision Mobile 3D Mapping and Survey System. Here’s some recent news about one company, the PPI Group, that is using cutting edge surveying and mapping solutions for infrastructure and mapping projects. To do this they are using Topcon’s vehicle-mounted, mobile 3D precision mobile mapping and survey system, the Topcon…
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Professional Land Surveyor News: NEW European LiDAR and Mobile Mapping Conference
NEW European LiDAR and Mobile Mapping Conference The European LiDAR Mapping Forum [ELMF10], to be held in The Hague from November 30 – December 1, 2010 is a two-day technical conference focussing on the use of airborne, bathymetric and terrestrial LiDAR with a particular focus on mobile mapping to support transport, urban modelling and asset…
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Professional Land Surveyor News: MAPPS Seeks Legislation in Congress to Authorize “Imagery For The Nation”
MAPPS Seeks Legislation in Congress to Authorize “Imagery for the Nation” “Making America Prosperous (MAP) Act” Would Create National Geospatial Image Maps A bill to authorize the program known within the geospatial community as “Imagery for the Nation” is being presented for introduction in Congress, MAPPS announced today. “‘Map it once, use it many times’ is…
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Professional Land Surveyor News: Applanix Introduces Shoreline Mapping Solution
March 9, 2010 Applanix Introduces Shoreline Mapping Solution LONDON, – OCEANOLOGY INTERNATIONAL 2010 – Applanix introduced today the latest LANDMark™ Marine mobile mapping solution. LANDMark Marine enables the creation of seamless models of near shore environments by providing a highly accurate georeferenced point cloud which integrates with equivalent multibeam sonar data.
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Professional Land Surveyor News: Trimble Introduces Indoor Mobile Mapping Solution for Capturing Interior Spaces in 2D and 3D Visualization Models
Trimble Introduces Indoor Mobile Mapping Solution for Capturing Interior Spaces in 2D and 3D Visualization Models Delivers Rapid, Easy and High-productivity Indoor Mapping HOUSTON, Feb. 8, 2010 — Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) introduced today an indoor mobile mapping solution for facilities management. Using innovative technologies, the solution produces fast and accurate maps allowing users to translate their…