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Blue Marble Geographics Unveils Global Mapper® v26.2 at Intergeo 2025

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New update delivers user-driven interface improvements, expanded visualization tools, and enhanced file format support. Blue Marble Geographics has announced the release of Global Mapper® v26.2, the latest version of its all-in-one GIS software. The update was introduced this week at Intergeo 2025, the international mapping conference taking place in Frankfurt, Germany this week. The new […]

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From the Floor of Intergeo 2025: Xer Showcases Their Hybrid-Electric X8 Infrastructure Inspection Drone

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Swiss manufacturer Xer Technologies presented its Xer X8 hybrid-electric unmanned aircraft system at Intergeo 2025 in Frankfurt, demonstrating the platform’s advanced capabilities for large-scale infrastructure monitoring operations. The Xer X8 addresses critical operational limitations of battery-powered drones through innovative hybrid propulsion technology. Xer X8 Technical Specifications and Performance The Xer X8, (available in an NDAA-compliant […]

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SimActive Enables 3D Calculations from Drone Imagery at Mining Sites

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Correlator3D Software Streamlines Volume Measurements and Terrain Analysis SimActive Inc. has announced that its Correlator3D™ software is being used in Germany to generate volumetric calculations from drone imagery. The technology creates dense point clouds at mining sites, enabling accurate volume measurements and detailed terrain analysis. Improving Mining Operations with Drone Photogrammetry Mining operations often require […]

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Blue Marble Geographics Offers Live Webinar on Bathymetry and Terrain Analysis

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Hallowell, ME-based mapping company Blue Marble Geographics will host a free webinar on Thursday, August 21, at 10:00 AM EDT, focusing on bathymetry and terrain analysis with their software Global Mapper Pro. This event, which also serves as the debut live show of the GEOTalks Podcast, aims to help participants understand how geographic information system […]

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DJI Terra 3D Modeling Software Now with 3D Gaussian Splatting – What’s That?

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Next-gen reconstruction tech delivers faster, more accurate 3D modeling for large-scale and complex environments DJI Terra: A Powerful Tool for Aerial Data Processing DJI has expanded the capabilities of its Terra 3D modeling software with new reconstruction technologies, including 3D Gaussian Splatting. DJI Terra is designed to create accurate and detailed 2D and 3D models […]

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Wingtra Unveils WingtraRAY: A New Drone to Transform Aerial Surveying

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The new platform offers faster workflows, safer urban operations, and broad payload flexibility for surveyors worldwide. Wingtra’s new drone, WingtraRAY, designed to push the limits of aerial surveying and mapping. The WingtraRAY is built specifically for surveyors and promises to remove many of the operational barriers they face today. One major highlight is its ability to […]

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The Engineering Behind UgCS: Insights from Kristaps Brass on the Future of Drone Flight Planning

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Drone technology is evolving at a rapid pace, and with it comes the need for more advanced, reliable, and user-friendly flight planning software. At the forefront of this innovation is UgCS, developed by SPH Engineering. To gain a deeper understanding of the engineering challenges and breakthroughs behind UgCS, we interviewed Kristaps Brass, the company’s Product […]

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Are RTK Modules a cyber weak spot for Drones? Sure hope not.

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Examining the Cybersecurity Risks and Resilience of RTK Modules in Drone Navigation Systems by DRONELIFE Contributor T. Seth Ford (Drone615, Nashville, TN) Understanding the GPS and Space Economy Framework According to GPS.gov, the official website for government information concerning the United States’ Global Positioning System (GPS), it is comprised of three segments: the space segment, […]

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Photogrammetry vs. LiDAR: Choosing the Right Tool for the Job, with Dr. Philippe Simard

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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 […]

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SimActive’s Correlator3D Enables Dewberry to Fuse Lidar and Imagery for Advanced Mapping

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Dewberry uses Correlator3D to create enhanced deliverables by combining lidar data with image-derived surfaces SimActive Software Supports Advanced Data Fusion for Mapping Projects SimActive Inc. has announced that Dewberry, a well-established professional services firm, is using its Correlator3D™ software to fuse lidar and imagery data for improved mapping results. By combining lidar-derived elevation with image-based […]

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