19 Jun 2013

Features

Pentax Samsung GNSS SMT888-3G

Includes the Samsung system to track the GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO satellites, 136 satellite channels; built-in SIM card, the mode switch at any time, GSM module built to support customer self CORS; dual battery intelligent switching, built-in dual-battery warehouses, large-capacity lithium batteries to ensure long operation, not power switch; the base station and mobile station free exchange, more than any combination of GPS RTK operation; no radio and GPS without an external cable connection to work, working distance can be expanded, and mobile stations in exceptional circumstances to obtain differential data; fully integrated design, the rugged area of the host integrated GPS receiver, antenna, RTK radio, etc., so that indeed no cable; built-in SD card, RTK operation can be simultaneously recorded in the static data, and to facilitate export by the SD card; built-in radio, and has an open and friendly communication interface, and Bluetooth for high-speed long-distance transmission. Read more

Hemisphere GPS Announces New S320 GNSS Survey Solution

Hemisphere GPS announces today the new S320™ GNSS survey receiver, XF1 data collector and survey software. S320 combines the advanced GNSS receiver performance of Hemisphere GPS' Eclipse™ II technology, precise geodetic antenna, wireless communication and batteries all in a portable, rugged unit with matching data collector. Designed to be compatible with a variety of existing surveying equipment, S320 is the ideal multi-GNSS positioning system for applications in GIS, construction, mapping, land and marine surveying. S320 is available as a basic low cost SBAS L1 GPS receiver, with the option to enable full GNSS support and L-Band corrections. With transmit and receive capabilities, the S320's UHF 400 MHz or Spread Spectrum 900 MHz internal radio eliminates the need for cables on both base and rover installations. An internal GSM/GPRS modem makes S320 an ideal rover for network RTK, eliminating the hassle of external modems and cables.  The XF1 data collector connects via Bluetooth to the S320 and through the Carlson SurvCE software provides a familiar and proven interface to the surveyor.  Other brands of software will also be supported.

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Trimble's Popular Nomad 900 Rugged Handheld Computer Achieves IP68 Rating

Trimble announced today that its Trimble Nomad 900 handheld computer has received an IP68 rating-the top rating for protection against dust and moisture. In addition, five new languages options have been added. Meeting the toughest standards for Ingress Protection, the Nomad 900 is the ultimate rugged mobile device for field or industrial workers in extreme environments. The handheld computers offer reliable and rugged operation, even after prolonged exposure to water and dust. In addition to the new IP68 rating, the Trimble Nomad 900 also meets MIL-STD-810F standard for drops, vibration and temperature extremes.

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Leica Geosystems RTK Upgrade Option Leica mojoXact

With the Leica mojoXact, Leica Geosystems introduces another user friendly product for a variety of
applications to the farming community. Flexible mounting options allow users to install the product in any
orientation inside the tractor cab and via a port expansion cable, it’s integrated to the mojo3D within a
few minutes. The robust product comes with class leading GNSS and Inertial positioning technology for
continuous precision and offers additional steering solutions like SteerDirect CAN, SRK and Hydraulic for
further improve accuracy. Read More

Trimble's New 80 Megapixel Aerial Camera Extends the Medium-Format Application Range

Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) announced today its 80 megapixel Trimble Aerial Camera (TAC 80MP), extending the range of applications for today's medium-format aerial cameras. The announcement was made at Photogrammetric Week. With advanced features such as Trimble's forward motion compensation (FMC) technology, the TAC 80MP allows aerial service providers to fly faster or increase ground sampling distance. This enables fixed wing aircraft to deliver results previously only achievable with helicopter campaigns. With a weight of less than 3,000 grams (6.6 lbs.), the TAC 80MP is also an ideal camera for a variety of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), further extending its application range.

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Vector1 Media publishes Sensors & Systems (www.sensysmag.com), Informed Infrastructure (www.informedinfrastructure.com) and Asian Surveying & Mapping (ASM).  Each of these publications deal with the application of sensing and modeling for different scales of geography. Sensors & Systems explores global change, Informed Infrastructure examines smart city applications and technology, and ASM covers geospatial technology application in Asia-Pacific.

Comments

  • surveyor 04.11.2011 19:37
    There are steps that are being taken by many surveyors as a community which stand ...

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  • Jake 30.08.2011 07:47
    Maybe they should ask Western Australia GIS users what they think of SLIP before ...

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