SimActive Inc. has played a pivotal role in the evolution of geospatial data processing since its founding in 2003. Leading the company is Dr. Philippe Simard, a pioneer in the industry with a doctorate in electrical engineering from McGill University, specializing in computer vision. Under Dr. Simard’s leadership, SimActive’s flagship software, Correlator3D™, has become a … [Read more...] about Photogrammetry vs. LiDAR: Choosing the Right Tool for the Job, with Dr. Philippe Simard
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Enhancing Drone Mapping with RTK and PPK: Insights from SimActive’s Eric Andelin
Drone mapping technology has advanced significantly in recent years, with Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) and Post-Processed Kinematic (PPK) positioning emerging as game-changing technologies. These methods enhance mapping accuracy and efficiency, reducing reliance on traditional Ground Control Points (GCPs). SimActive, a leading provider of photogrammetry software, offers powerful … [Read more...] about Enhancing Drone Mapping with RTK and PPK: Insights from SimActive’s Eric Andelin
Wingcopter Expands into Long-Range LiDAR Surveying
New Application Enables Efficient Infrastructure and Terrain Mapping Wingcopter has announced an expansion of its offerings to include long-range beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) LiDAR surveying solutions. The Wingcopter 198, the company’s flagship drone, will be equipped with advanced laser scanning and camera systems to enable rapid, high-quality data … [Read more...] about Wingcopter Expands into Long-Range LiDAR Surveying
GeoCue and Clogworks Technologies Announce Partnership to Expand LiDAR Drone Mapping Solutions
New Collaboration Enhances Aerial Surveying Capabilities with Integrated LiDAR and Software Solutions GeoCue has announced a new partnership with UK-based drone manufacturer Clogworks Technologies Limited. This collaboration integrates GeoCue’s TrueView LiDAR and LP360 software with Clogworks’ Dark Matter series of UAVs. The partnership aims to provide surveyors and mapping … [Read more...] about GeoCue and Clogworks Technologies Announce Partnership to Expand LiDAR Drone Mapping Solutions
North Carolina Drone Photographer Seeks Supreme Court Support for First Amendment Rights
Michael Jones asks the court to uphold his right to provide aerial information to clients. Yesterday, the Institute for Justice (IJ) filed a petition with the United States Supreme Court on behalf of Michael Jones, a drone photographer in North Carolina. The case brings forward an important question: does providing data and information through aerial photographs qualify as … [Read more...] about North Carolina Drone Photographer Seeks Supreme Court Support for First Amendment Rights
