DMC International Imaging (DMCii) is in the business of helping The Algerian Space Agency (ASAL) to predict the spread of locust plagues across North Africa. This effort is part of an aggressive approach to tackle the age-old problem of locust infestation using satellite imagery.
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DMC International Imaging used in locust risk prediction in Africa
Tuesday, April 9th, 2013
CitySourced reports on City of St. Charles new smartphone app
Tuesday, April 2nd, 2013CitySourced reported on the launch of a new Smartphone app by the city of St. Charles that allows citizens to identify and report non-emergency civic issues, such as public works, quality of life, and environmental issues. This mobile reporting platform will improve how St. Charles delivers services to its neighborhoods.
“St. Charles Connect” allows a user to capture a photo, video, or audio of the problem. The user then uploads the media and, along with GPS location information pulled directly from the device, submits a report directly to the appropriate department. Once a report is submitted, feedback is provided to the user based on the action taken by the department handling the report. The application verifies that the item that is reported is within the city limits. If an issue is outside city limits a GPS tracking service from the device the sender is using will identify the location and notify the sender.
3D Mapping & 3D Modeling Report from Research and Markets
Friday, March 22nd, 2013The following is an announcement of a report from Research and Markets. They have announced the addition of the “3D Mapping & 3D Modeling: Global Advancements, Worldwide Market Size and Forecasts (2013 – 2018)”report to their offering.
The past decade witnessed a giant leap in various industries, with 3D technology being implemented in various electronic devices and other objects. The need for 3D mapping arose after an attempt to make 2D maps more advanced and look more real. This was done by introducing sensors, cameras, scanners, GPS components, and other acquisition devices to capture the real time 3D images which are created into models incorporated into maps. This type of technology is often used in modern computer programs to provide a lifelike view of a place or thing on a map.
Portable GPS devices use 3D mapping technology to provide automated directions. These devices have small screens that display a three-dimensional view of roads and maps. This is a good tool for people who travel or go for hiking to unfamiliar areas because the device uses satellites to pinpoint its exact location. Building schematics are blueprints used for the construction of houses. 3D mapping technology is often used to create construction schematics. This tool makes it easy to draw a three-dimensional version of a house plan. These plans are typically used to get building permits and construction material before any building starts.
The improvised 3D experience in smartphones, tablets, notebooks, PCs, cars, etc. is set to revolutionize the mobile device market and other GPS-enabled device market by broadening the horizons for the users to locate things easily using any device. This report looks at the various applications of 3D modeling and mapping applied in various business verticals. It analyzes the challenges and opportunities for 3D mapping and modeling as well as its impact in the marketplace. The report also gives insights into the global adoption trends, key market players, future scope, drivers, and restraints in the market, along with growth potential across different geographies. It also analyzes various factors that will drive and restrain the market over the next 5 years.
Key Topics Covered:
1 Introduction
2 Executive Summary
3 Market Overview
4 3D Mapping And Modeling: Market Size And Forecast
5 3D Mapping: Market Size And Forecast, By Applications
6 Market Size And Forecast By 3D-Enabled Devices: Its Influence On 3D Mapping
7 3D-Enabling Devices: Its Influence On 3D Mapping
8 3D Mapping And 3D Modeling: Market Size And Forecast, By Verticals
9 3D Mapping And 3D Modeling: Market Size And Forecast, By Regions
10 Competitive Landscape
11 Company Profiles
Companies Mentioned
– 3D Laser Mapping
– 3D Mapping Solutions Gmbh
– Apple
– Astrium
– Autodesk
– Cybercity 3D
– Esri
– Firmatek
– Hover Inc
– Igi Mbh
– Intermap Technologies
– Mira Solutions
– Optech Inc
– Pix4D
– Riegl Usa
– Saab
– Topcon
– Trimble
– Velodyne Lidar Inc
For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/lndplc/3d_mapping_and_3d
-Research and Markets
Development under way for new NSDI strategic plan from FGDC
Monday, March 18th, 2013FGDC
The Federal Geographic Data Committee has initiated a process to develop a new strategic plan for the National Spatial Data Infrastructure. On March 7, FGDC held an NSDI Leaders Forum at the U.S. Department of the Interior to begin to gather input to help build the foundation for the new strategic plan. More than 20 key geospatial associations, plus other leaders in the geospatial community, were invited to the forum to participate in a dialogue about a strategic plan to guide the future development of the NSDI. GITA was represented by Talbot Brooks, President of the Board of Directors. John Moeller, former Board Member, also participated in the forum. The FGDC plans to work collaboratively with partners and stakeholders in the geospatial community to develop and implement a new strategy for continued and sustainable development of the NSDI.
The forum was a very good start for gaining input and ideas. Over the almost three hours of discussion, all of the participants had the opportunity of voicing the perspectives of different segments of the geospatial community. This input, along with that from a meeting earlier in the week, with federal agencies, will help FGDC build an expanded outline for the strategic plan. The timeline has the plan being completed by the end of 2013. While this could shift a bit during the next few months, FGDC anticipates having a draft plan out for public review in mid-late summer.
As a key stakeholder in the NSDI, GITA sees a spatial data infrastructure as a critical national infrastructure asset similar to physical infrastructure assets. GITA supports the development of an updated NSDI Strategy and encourages members to contribute to the planning activities. For more information go to http://www.fgdc.gov/nsdi-plan . You may also provide Talbot with your ideas and input by contacting him at tbrooks@deltastate.edu.
– GITA News Hub
ENVI Services Engine from Exelis
Thursday, March 14th, 2013Bill Okubo, Exelis enterprise product manager. spoke on the ENVI Services Engine from Exelis. Exelis Visual information Solutions developed an enterprise-enabled processing engine that provides remote users access to the power of ENVI image analysis and IDL applications from a web or mobile client interface. The working name for this capability is the ENVI and IDL Services Engine (ESE). This engine now enables the remote user to gain access to the same compiled ENVI and IDL functions and procedures that remote sensing scientists have utilized for decades at the desktop level.
TomTom partnerships extend location based services
Tuesday, March 12th, 2013TomTom spokesperson Lea Armstrong talked about TomTom’s recent announcements, which include the extension of its longstanding partnership with leading PND supplier MiTAC International Corporation. Under the global agreement, TomTom will provide a range of world-class navigational services for use in all of the PND brands owned by MiTAC including Mio, Navman and Magellan.
TomTom also announced an agreement to supply maps and road data to location-based services provider Telmap. With this partnership, Telmap, an Intel company, will utilize TomTom content to enhance its products and services, including mobile navigation apps distributed via application stores and mobile operators worldwide.
GISCafe Voice: How will this relationship with MiTAC be extended?
This is an extended service agreement from 2009 for another 3 years. The agreement covers EMEA, APAC, & Mexico for me, as well as the USA and Canada for Magellan.
GISCafe Voice: Did Telmap have an existing relationship with TomTom and if so, how did that differ from the current partnership?
No
Greenhouse gas emissions tracked by EPA web-based map tool and mobile app
Tuesday, February 19th, 2013The EPA tracks Greenhouse Gas Emissions from large facilities are shown using this map tool:
The data does not reflect all GHG emissions from all facilities, only those who reported to EPA as of 01/15/2013. EPA continues to quality assure data and plans to release updated data periodically. Interested individuals can view emissions in their states and do a custom search.
Overwatch releases the 3D viewer, LIDAR Analyst 5.1
Thursday, February 14th, 2013Skip Maselli, Overwatch vice president of Geospatial Solutions, spoke on their new product LIDAR Analyst 5.1 3D Viewer, for managing LIDAR data with mission-critical high-resolution 3D exploitation.
LIDAR 3D Viewer image showing extracted Seattle downtown with threat dome.
Climate Desk’s short video explains climate modeling
Monday, February 11th, 2013Here in 90 seconds is Climate Desk’s attempt to explain something we interact with every day, in all sorts of ways, from flying in a plane, to getting a loan, to betting on a horse: computer modeling.
DigitalGlobe and GeoEye merger completion
Thursday, February 7th, 2013On January 31, 2013 DigitalGlobe, Inc.and GeoEye, Inc. announced the completion of their merger, creating one global leader in earth imagery and geospatial analysis, under the name DigitalGlobe. According to the press release, the combined company will trade on the NYSE stock exchange as DigitalGlobe under the symbol DGI. Based on the closing price of DigitalGlobe stock on January 30, 2013, the combined company has a market capitalization of $2.1 billion.
This story I wrote in July 2012 recounts the background of the two companies up to that time.
GeoEye and DigitalGlobe plan to merge
DigitalGlobe’s WorldView-3 satellite is still scheduled for launch in mid-2014.
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