LiDAR
Fugro Expands Seafloor Mapping Efforts for Florida’s Coast
Fugro is playing a bigger role in the Florida Seafloor Mapping Initiative (FSMI), led by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). This long-term seafloor mapping project aims to map
China’s GeologyObserver-1 Revolutionizes 3D Mapping
Chinese researchers have unveiled the GeologyObserver-1, a cutting-edge airborne device designed to create precise 3D surface models of both terrestrial and aquatic environments. This breakthrough is expected to transform environmental
Advanced Mapping Reveals Indonesia New Islands
In 2024, Indonesia’s Geospatial Information Agency (BIG) identified 63 new islands, bringing the nation’s total to 17,380 officially recognized islands. These newly discovered islands are located in the waters of
LiDAR Technology Uncovers Hidden Silk Road Cities in Uzbekistan
Recent advancements in LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) technology have revealed hidden remnants of Silk Road cities in Uzbekistan, uncovering archaeological treasures that had remained buried for centuries. The discovery
Purana Qila LiDAR Survey to Guide ASI’s New Excavation in Search of Indraprastha
The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is set to resume its excavation efforts at Purana Qila, one of Delhi’s most significant archaeological sites, in search of evidence related to Indraprastha,
LiDAR in Traffic Management: UDOT’s Plan for Safer Intersections
The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is spearheading an innovative project that leverages LiDAR in traffic management to enhance safety and efficiency at key intersections. Launched in March 2024, this
LiDAR Survey for Landslide Risk Management in Uttarakhand
In a recent executive committee meeting of the Uttarakhand Landslide Reduction and Management Centre (ULMMC), Chief Secretary Radha Raturi underscored the urgency of bolstering landslide management and mitigation efforts in
Azerbaijan Exploring Offshore Wind Potential with LiDAR Technology
Azerbaijan has significantly advanced its renewable energy initiatives with the launch of a LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) project designed to measure offshore wind potential in the Caspian Sea. This
Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) to Conduct Airborne LiDAR Survey
The Indian Railway’s Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) zone is set to conduct an Airborne LiDAR Survey on the Lumding to Badarpur hill section. This advanced survey will take place during
Reality Tech Takes on History: Hexagon Builds Digital Twin of Qutub Shahi Tombs
Global leader in reality technology, Hexagon, unveiled a detailed digital replica of the historic Qutub Shahi Tombs to the Telangana government. This “proof-of-concept” demonstrates the potential of Hexagon‘s “Reality Technology
