A new Correlator3D capability publishes Gaussian splat models directly to a connected Cesium account, making photorealistic 3D results easier to distribute and view. SimActive announced a new sharing capability in Correlator3D on October 6, 2026 that lets users publish Gaussian splat models online directly from the software. The Montreal company designed the feature to … [Read more...] about SimActive Enables Online Sharing of Gaussian Splats From Correlator3D
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Can Your Drone Program Survive Success? Why Simplicity Matters at Scale
SkyeBrowse CEO Bobby Ouyang says growing drone programs face a new challenge: making sophisticated capabilities simple enough to use across an organization. For many organizations, launching a drone program is no longer the hardest part. The bigger challenge may come after the program proves its value. A police department might begin with a few trained drone pilots. A … [Read more...] about Can Your Drone Program Survive Success? Why Simplicity Matters at Scale
Rapid Mapping for a 24/7 Defense Environment: SimActive on Speed, Security, and Scalable Intelligence
As defense budgets rise and geopolitical tensions reshape operational priorities, militaries are investing heavily in technologies that can turn raw data into timely, actionable intelligence. For photogrammetry company SimActive, that mission has been central since its founding. In a recent interview with DRONELIFE, CEO Dr. Philippe Simard discussed how the … [Read more...] about Rapid Mapping for a 24/7 Defense Environment: SimActive on Speed, Security, and Scalable Intelligence
SimActive Software Supports Highway Ramp Expansion Through Integrated Lidar and Photogrammetry
SimActive Inc., a global developer of photogrammetry software, announced that its Correlator3D platform is being used by Settimio Consulting Services to support the engineering design of a major highway ramp expansion. The project leverages the integration of photogrammetry and lidar data to produce precise ground measurements essential for accurate infrastructure … [Read more...] about SimActive Software Supports Highway Ramp Expansion Through Integrated Lidar and Photogrammetry
Photogrammetry vs. LiDAR: Choosing the Right Tool for the Job, with Dr. Philippe Simard
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
