Eric Colburn, PLS

Tag: Robotics

  • Robotics are better for whom when no humans need apply?

    As technology is used in ever-increasing ways in our personal and work lives, one has to think and worry about how much longer the value of your work will be needed and at what level of compensation, if any. Adoption of the many disruptive advances in technologies here today or foreseeable in the near future…

  • Geov8 2015 Virtual Expo Announced by Colburn Strategic Partners for August 15, 2015

    An Online Virtual Geoinnovation Event Showcasing New and Innovative Geospatial Technology 04/12/2015 – The Geov8 2015 Virtual Expo is an online virtual geoinnovation event showcasing new and innovative geospatial technologies. This event will be held by Colburn Strategic Partners, experts in geospatial technology integration. There will be industry leaders and specialists in geospatial tech presenting…

  • Laser Scanning Drones: XactSense is First to Fly Velodyne’s New Low-Cost LIDAR “Puck”

    XactSense Inc. has developed a new platform for low-altitude aerial mapping using the newly released Velodyne LIDAR VLP-16 “Puck”. Drone LIDAR mapping for the masses is here. Providence, Rhode Island (PRWEB) March 02, 2015 XactSense, Inc. has developed a new platform for low-altitude aerial mapping using the newly released Velodyne LIDAR VLP-16 “Puck”. Drone LIDAR…

  • Topcon Introduces PS-AS Robotic Total Station for Construction Industry

    Topcon Introduces PS-AS Robotic Total Station for Construction Industry

    LIVERMORE, Calif. – January 10, 2013 – Topcon Positioning Systems (TPS) introduces a new series of robotic total stations specifically designed and configured for the construction market.  The new instruments are designed for applications such as stakeout and as a key component of a Local Positioning System, which is used for 3D machine control.

  • 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.