Spar International

By Spatial Source on 16 September, 2010

Conference on 3D imaging for design, construction, manufacturing and security. WHEN: 2011-03-21 to 2011-03-24WHERE: The Woodlands, Houston, TexasSTATE: InternationalCOUNTRY: INT SPAR International welcomes presentation abstracts from process and power, civil infrastructure and transportation, and discrete manufacturing facility owners and contractors on their use of 3D imaging technologies. Presentations on the application of 3D imaging and […]

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WA looks to tighten mine surveying rules

By Spatial Source on 14 September, 2010

The Western Australian Mine Survey Board is investigating the possibility of introducing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and annual registration requirements for all Western Australian authorised mine surveyors. Before investigating the proposal any further, the board wants to consult with the WA mine surveying community and supporting institutions to gather relevant information and views on […]

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NZ spatial data worth $1bn to economy

By Spatial Source on 14 September, 2010

Innovative use of spatial information pumped more than NZD1.2bn into the New Zealand economy in 2008 – and better access to data could see another NZD500m added to the economy over the next year, according to a report into the value of spatial information in New Zealand. Ambulance response times, urban planning, emissions mapping, […]

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GPS to guide like humans

By Spatial Source on 14 September, 2010

A new in-vehicle GPS system will be launched in Australia in 2011 that gives drivers directions in a more human way. Launched by Navteq in the US and Europe last week, the system uses distinctive points of interest and landmarks to give directions. So instead of saying “turn right in 50 metres”, the system […]

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Aerodata capturing Australia with new cameras

By Spatial Source on 14 September, 2010

Aerodata International Surveys will soon begin offering images from its VisionMap A3 digital aerial survey camera in Australia. The firm has recently acquired two VisionMap A3 digital cameras capable of capturing high-resolution imagery over very large areas from high altitude in a short time. The A3 camera module consists of two lenses, a motor unit, […]

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Nike launches GPS iPhone App for runners

By Spatial Source on 14 September, 2010

Nike has launched a new app that allows runners to use their iPhone to visually map every run while tracking pace, distance and time. The app uses the iPhone’s GPS capabilities to map a run as it happens, allowing runners to keep track of their exact routes and distances run. The app includes a […]

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Infotech hires Greg Oaten for utility role

By Spatial Source on 14 September, 2010

Geospatial firm Infotech Enterprises has hired Greg Oaten as strategy advisor for utilities. Oaten will play a strategic role in developing Infotech’s products in areas such as smart grid and power engineering for its customers in the APAC region. Before joining Infotech, Mr Oaten was working as executive manager for network revenue operations at […]

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NZ quake cleanup assisted by spatial data clearing area

By Spatial Source on 14 September, 2010

New Zealand’s emergency services are now able access to spatial data and aerial imagery online to assist with the clean up of the devastating earthquake last week. The earthquake reached 7.0 on the Richter scale and caused NZ$2bn of damage, though nobody was killed. The online service, developed by the Australian Research Collaboration Service […]

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Spatial technology used to create fast lanes in US airspace

By Spatial Source on 14 September, 2010

New satellite-based technology is being used to create ’fast lanes‘ for commercial planes in US airspace. The equivalent of ’bus and taxi‘ lanes are being created in the skies above 22 airports that aim to help reduce traffic jams that often clog airports. Southwest, American, United and Alaska airlines have already spent millions of […]

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Changes at Intergraph

By Spatial Source on 14 September, 2010

Intergraph has created an independent subsidiary that will carry out all sensitive government work in the US after the company was acquired by Swedish firm Hexagon, according to Directions Magazine’s All Points Blog. US laws do not allow foreign companies to bid for government contracts requiring a high level of security clearance. The new company, […]

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