Improving Lidar for Space Exploration
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21h ago
NASA engineers are improving lidar for space exploration and will test a suite of new laser technologies from an aircraft this summer for Earth science remote sensing. Called lidar, the instruments could also be used to improve models of the Moon’s shape and aid the search for Artemis landing sites. From an article by NASA. […] The post Improving Lidar for Space Exploration appeared first on In the Scan ..read more
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Innovative Arborist Crew Advancing Use of Lidar
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2d ago
In sunny Florida, amid the tall palm trees and lush greenery that defines the tropical paradise, an innovative arborist crew is making waves in a field that does not attract many women. From an article in Miami’s Community News. Carolina Olivera, Erin Schreck and Olivia Johnson are the first group of female arborists at Florida […] The post Innovative Arborist Crew Advancing Use of Lidar appeared first on In the Scan ..read more
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San Francisco Streets Mapped in 3D
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3d ago
In September 2023, OxTS sent a team to San Francisco to map the city and collect LiDAR pointcloud data. The aim of this trip was to test the performance of the new RT3000 v4 Inertial Navigation System (INS) and the effectiveness of using OxTS LiDAR Inertial Odometry (LIO) in improving navigation data. The RT3000 v4 […] The post San Francisco Streets Mapped in 3D appeared first on In the Scan ..read more
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Preserving Maritime Heritage in 3D with AI
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4d ago
The University of Southampton has completed a world-first collaboration with the National Museum of the Royal Navy exploring how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can support the museum’s vital work in preserving maritime heritage. From an article in Artdependce. The project has seen three Masters students from Southampton work alongside archaeologists and curators at the museum to […] The post Preserving Maritime Heritage in 3D with AI appeared first on In the Scan ..read more
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Data Anonymization
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by lidar
6d ago
As each generation of mobile mapping technology improves on the last, the data these tools capture gets crisper and more realistic. This is good news, but there are downsides which require data anonymization as this blog will discuss. From a NavVis blog by Sean Higgins. When the scanner captures finer details, you’re not just capturing […] The post Data Anonymization appeared first on In the Scan ..read more
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Drone Regulations Restrict Purchases
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1w ago
With the inclusion of the American Security Drone Act (ASDA) within the 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), signed into law by President Biden in December, 2023. These new drone regulations prohibit the use of federal funds to purchase drones made in China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea, or drones that use certain components made […] The post Drone Regulations Restrict Purchases appeared first on In the Scan ..read more
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3D Change Detection for Cultural Heritage
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by lidar
1w ago
The preservation of underground cultural heritage is a challenging goal, but one that can be supported with 3D change detection. Difficult acquisition conditions, the need for uniformity of temporal data and the speed at which surfaces change are some of the issues to consider. Also, quantifiable three-dimensional data are often unavailable when assessing changes on […] The post 3D Change Detection for Cultural Heritage appeared first on In the Scan ..read more
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The Future of Surveying
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by lidar
1w ago
The integration of cutting-edge surveying technologies is transforming the construction industry by reshaping the future of surveying and enhancing project efficiency. From an article in Construction Briefing by Catrin Jones. In recent years, surveying technologies have found new sectors and expanded uses as surveyors have adopted a broader portfolio of technologies to benefit their projects. […] The post The Future of Surveying appeared first on In the Scan ..read more
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Rebooting Surveying Education: It’s Time to Upskill Our Schools
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1w ago
24! No I’m not talking about the hit TV show. I’m talking how it’s sad that I was 24 years old and fresh out of special operations in the military before I learned about land surveying as a profession. Now, I’m not saying that land surveyors and I were always on the same side. As […] The post Rebooting Surveying Education: It’s Time to Upskill Our Schools appeared first on In the Scan ..read more
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Advanced Driver Assistance Relies on Lidar
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1w ago
In the ever-evolving landscape of automotive technology, global acceleration of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and intelligent vehicle solutions have become a global phenomenon. From cutting-edge sensors to artificial intelligence algorithms, the automotive industry is undergoing a transformative journey toward safer, more efficient, and intelligent mobility. OxTS has teamed up with RoboSense to meet the […] The post Advanced Driver Assistance Relies on Lidar appeared first on In the Scan ..read more
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