Surveying in the Mining Sector - GIM International
WEBJan 12, 2018 · History of Mine Surveying . The disciplines of surveying and mining both date back to ancient times. The ancient Greeks not only developed the science of geometry, but they also developed the first surveying tool: the diopter, an astronomical and surveying instrument dating from the third century BCE.The diopter can be regarded as the ancient predecessor of the theodolite.
Understanding Spatial Resolution - GIM International
WEBOct 29, 2020 · Figure 1: An airport surrounded by varying land uses and captured by four EO sensors with different spatial resolution: Landsat 7 (30m), Spot (20m), Spot (10m) and IRS (5m), shows differences in identifiability of objects; note the different time stamps of image capture (source of the individual images: Land Info Worldwide Mapping, US)
Geospatial News - GIM International
WEBGeospatial news & developments for geomatics professionals. News related to GIS, surveying, lidar, 3d modelling, scanning, mapping and more.
Geomatics events - GIM International
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Total Stations: the Surveyor’s Workhorse | GIM International
WEBOct 24, 2016 · A total station is an angle measuring device, also known as a theodolite, integrated with an electronic distance measurement (EDM) unit. The integration provides the ability to measure horizontal and vertical angles as well as slope distances using the same device at the same time, which benefits the surveyor in terms of portability, convenience and speed.
NavVis MLX unlocks new capabilities in handheld scanning
WEBSep 11, 2024 · NavVis has introduced the NavVis MLX, a handheld dynamic laser scanning tool designed for professionals. This new device aims to set a new benchmark for data quality, portability and user comfort, making it an ideal choice for projects requiring high-precision results in challenging environments.
Mapping the world | GIM International
WEBSep 12, 2024 · GIM International is the quality global magazine for Geomatics professionals. News, events, jobs, companies, our free online magazine and more!
3D scanning to reveal secrets of historic church murals
WEBAug 28, 2024 · Beyond its historical implications, the project is a vital step in the preservation of these cultural treasures. The digital models generated through the 3D scanning process will serve as an enduring record, safeguarding the artwork for future generations and making it accessible to a broader audience via online platforms.
STEC | GIM International
WEBOct 2, 2024 · About STEC. STAR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD, or STEC for short, is a cutting-edge technology start-up founded by a team of visionary tech enthusiasts of 15+ years of working experience, with a shared passion for innovation and a drive to provide better products and solutions in the field of geospatial, civil engineering, agriculture, monitoring, etc.
Bentley acquires Cesium to elevate digital twin technology
WEBSep 9, 2024 · Patrick Cozzi, CEO of Cesium, said: "Joining Bentley marks an important milestone for Cesium as we continue our journey to create the best developer platform for the built and natural environment – founded on open standards and open-source technologies.The combined power of our two organizations and our shared commitment to openness will provide new opportunities for growth and create ...