The GIS Lens 
Sanjay Gangal
Sanjay Gangal is the President of IBSystems, the parent company of AECCafe.com, MCADCafe, EDACafe.Com, GISCafe.Com, and ShareCG.Com. Laser Technology, Inc. Releases LaserGIS™ for ArcPad® Ver. 1.0.1 with a Quicker ROI & International SupportSeptember 23rd, 2011 by Sanjay Gangal
Article source: Laser Technology September 23, 2011 — Laser Technology, Inc. (LTI), a Colorado-based laser designer and manufacturer, announces the new LaserGIS version 1.0.1 for ArcPad®, a toolbar extension that greatly enhances the data collection workflow by making the process quicker and easier. The new version 1.0.1 is also available in German and French with a localization toolkit now being offered for other international markets.
All ArcPad® users have a huge advantage in receiving the quickest return on their investment because LaserGIS is built on ArcPad’s underlying structure. This simply equates to an extremely short learning curve because they do not need to invest a bunch of time and training on a completely new software program. LaserGIS simply streamlines the workflow when using an LTI TruPulse® measurement and mapping laser. The TruPulse 360 compass laser eliminates the need to occupy a feature’s location and it allows you to remotely measure heights, spans and elevation just by taking a few shots. LaserGIS expedites the process of storing the laser’s positioning and measurements right into ArcPad® with fewer steps and a clear understanding and control as to how you want to manage your data collection. You can map in multiple objects from one location, with or without GPS, or do a traverse by occupying the location of your last shot. From syncing up your Bluetooth® connection to toggling specific laser preferences, the LaserGIS extension is extremely helpful and will make the entire data collection process easy. Version 1.0.1 also stores and displays additional raw data attributes for magnetic declination, target height and instrument height. “New technology and software enhancements are great, but if it requires extensive training, the ROI never seems to come quick enough,” says Steve Colburn, Laser Technology National Sales Director. “Some companies are hesitant in adopting anything new because it’s hard enough to capitalize on what they already invested in, so they are discouraged in trying something new. After ArcPad users witness how easy the transition is in using the LaserGIS extension, it will quickly become apparent as to how much time and energy can be saved when collecting field data.”
One of the more useful features in LaserGIS is the ability to quickly map and measure the same type of targets that are all within your sight, such as utility poles or trees. You simply toggle on the auto-accept features and measurement button and just aim and shoot the laser. All the collected data is being automatically stored without ever touching the software. This upgraded version is free to all existing LaserGIS users. Anyone can watch a 20 minute YouTube video below and learn how to collect reliable field data using the TruPulse 360 compass laser. ArcPad® users can lasertech.com and download a free demo version of LaserGIS and watch a recorded tech session to learn the basics. For more information and special bundle pricing for the LaserGIS extension and a TruPulse laser, ask your local LTI Authorized Dealer. GIS Insights by John Lucier, DigitalGlobe at DGI 2011September 22nd, 2011 by Sanjay Gangal
John Lucier, Senior Project Manager, DigitalGlobe gives us his insight on current and future trends in geospatial intelligence. The video was filmed at the Defence Geospatial Intelligence (DGI) 2011- Europe’s largest and most international annual gathering dedicated to the high-level discussion of the importance and the major challenges of the use of geospatial intelligence in both defence and national security operations. Defence Geospatial Intelligence (DGI) 2011: Col. John D. Kedar, UK MOD – 20 years of GISSeptember 20th, 2011 by Sanjay Gangal
Col. John D. Kedar was the Guest Closing Speaker at Defence Geospatial Intelligence (DGI) 2011. GIS — Looking Back 20 Years — Development, Strategies & Real Life. Colonel John Kedar has been one of the DGI’s most popular guest speakers for several years. He delivered an overview to the key developments in the geo community, looking back at the very start of the community and projecting future growth, developments and goals. Watch this closing presentation for a historic insight and a look into the future. Using Flexera License Manager (FlexLM) for multiple vendorsSeptember 16th, 2011 by Sanjay Gangal
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Article source: PCI Geomatics
Geomatica 2012 enables geospatial professionals to solve real-world problems faster and more cost-effectively. RICHMOND HILL, Ontario, Canada—September 15, 2011: PCI Geomatics, a world leading developer of geo-imaging software and systems, today announces the release of Geomatica 2012; the latest version of the company’s complete and integrated desktop image processing software featuring tools for remote sensing, digital photogrammetry, geospatial analysis, map production, mosaicking and more. “Today’s geospatial professionals need tools that allow them to complete their work faster, with data availability and volumes on the rise,” said Peter Hazlett, Product Manager at PCI. “Geomatica 2012 provides leading edge automation, performance and innovation, leveraging the power of multi-core, multi-processor desktop systems to complete image processing tasks in record time.” Usability improvements such as on-the-fly image enhancements and drag-and-drop file handling combine with new functionalities such as Optical and Coherent Change Detection to make Geomatica 2012 the most advanced Geomatica software release to date. “This is an exciting release for PCI Geomatics and its customers,” said Terry Moloney, President and CEO at PCI. “This latest version improves upon our world-leading orthorectification algorithms, adds the features and functions the industry needs, and increases performance across the board using 64-bit architecture and innovative multi-threaded processing.” Geomatica 2012 is available for 64-bit versions of Microsoft Windows (Windows XP/Vista/Windows 7/Server 2003/Server 2008) and Linux (Kernel version 2.6.27, glibc version 2.9, gcc 4.3). For more information on Geomatica 2012, please visit www.pcigeomatics.com/geomatica. About PCI Geomatics PCI Geomatics is a world leading developer of software and systems for geo‐imaging solutions. Since 1982, we have specialized in remote sensing, digital photogrammetry, spatial analysis, cartographic production, automated production systems, image management and on demand mapping solutions. PCI Geomatics’ advanced software systems address a wide variety of industry applications including the environment, agriculture, security and intelligence, aerospace & defense, and satellite receiving stations. We have the expertise and know‐how to turn images into useful information. For more information, visit www.pcigeomatics.com. Press Contact Kevin R. Jones Twitter: @pcigeomatics Highlights in Geomatica 2012 Change Detection:
Data Pre-processing:
Online Data Provider Support In addition to online services such as Google and ESRI. Users will now be able to access Bing imagery as a backdrop in Geomatica Focus, and also as a potential GCP source or elevation dataset in OrthoEngine workflows.
Format/Sensor Support PCI Geomatics is proud to be consistently first-to-market with new format and sensor support. In Geomatica 2012, adds support for the following: New Sensors
New Formats
Data Visualization
Autodesk Labs: Corridor solids creation optionsSeptember 14th, 2011 by Sanjay Gangal
Article source: Autodesk Labs The Corridor Solids Technology Preview for AutoCAD® Civil 3D® 2012 software provides functionality to create AutoCAD® solids from AutoCAD Civil 3D Subassembly shapes that are contained in an AutoCAD Civil 3D Corridor Model. By creating solids from subassembly shapes, representative real-world objects such as tunnels, retaining walls, and pavement layers can be more easily used for visual analysis, design verification, and construction coordination through enhanced model sharing between various project team members who are using applications such as Autodesk® Navisworks® 2012 products, Autodesk® Revit® Structure 2012, Autodesk® 3ds® Max Design 2012, and the new Autodesk® Infrastructure Modeler 2012 software. The two videos below give a good overview of the Corridor Solids technology. Read the rest of Autodesk Labs: Corridor solids creation options TEDxOilSpill – Jim Geringer – Mapping the Oil Spill DamageSeptember 13th, 2011 by Sanjay Gangal
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This video demonstrates a sample that simulates a radar effect in a Silverlight based mapping application. The weather data is real, its come from NOAA’s Nexrad Radar live feed. The Silverlight application is using Esri’s mapping technology. iPad App “3D-GIS in the Cloud” by Sivan DesignSeptember 6th, 2011 by Sanjay Gangal
Article source: Sivan Design Watch this hands-on demonstration of Sivan Design’s “3D-GIS in the Cloud” iPad App that provides views and analysis tools of spatial information in 3D. Infrastructure, cadastre and city planning GIS in 3D enable data analysis in detail and precision that cannot be achieved in 2D. The app enables real world views that improve user orientation and increase ability to perform tasks and manage city planning, infrastructures and cadastral information. For more information about SIVAN Design, visit http://www.sivandesign.com/3d-gis Making Cities Smarter with IBM and EsriSeptember 2nd, 2011 by Sanjay Gangal
Article source: IBM Just as you can look at a newspaper photograph and see both the image and the tiny individual dots that give it its shapes and shadings, city leaders look at their municipalities in terms of both the big picture and the individual citizens that comprise it. The majority of us live in cities, and the percentage is growing. Municipal leaders who run the complex network of diverse people, expected services and aging infrastructure are on a constant search for more efficient ways to analyze data, anticipate problems and coordinate resources in their cities. As centers of business, culture and life, cities are logical places to integrate many of the Smarter Planet principles and innovations in public safety, transportation, water, building, social services and agencies. A new kind of solution, the IBM Intelligent Operations Center for Smarter Cities, (also available for cloud), synchronizes and analyzes efforts among sectors and agencies as they happen, giving decision makers consolidated information that helps them anticipate—rather than just react to—problems. By using these tested approaches, cities can manage growth and development in a sustainable way that minimizes disruptions and helps increase prosperity for everyone. Watch this video to learn how IBM and Esri are working together to make cities smarter: |
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