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There are many ways that the height of a mountain can be determined. Altimeters are the easiest approach but theodolites, global positioning systems (GPS) and satellite imagery can also be used. More >> |
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It seems that the most comprehensive and accurate map of Port au Prince is OpenStreetMap. For people with an interest in mapping, this is one of the most profound stories to come out of the Haitian earthquake. OSM has become the defacto map of choice in disasters. More >> |
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Cambodia's secretary of state sent a letter to Google with the complaint that the demarcation line on its Thailand border was "devoid of truth and reality." The dispute goes back to ancient tensions, and largely revolves around the location of the Preah Vihear temple. Reuters |
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Satellite data and geographical information system (GIS) should be applied to locate the groundwater zones for the purpose of harnessing this resource to meet the drinking water demand of the people. This was the observation made by Dr S K Subramanian, Head of the Hydrology Division of the National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC) of the Indian Space Research Organisation today. Assam Tribune |
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As the Council for Economic Planning and Development is responsible for the promotion of National Land Information System Project, TGIC is then authorized to integrate Geographic Information System (GIS) technologies into the national project. Therefore, SuperGeo especially organized a WebGIS training program for TGIC, supporting the important government agency to establish a useful platform. SuperGeo |
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Geoimage is pleased to announce the appointment of Lisa Dykes as Geoimage’s new Sales Manager - High Resolution Imagery. Geoimage |
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The Indian Forestry Service has announced plans for a National Forestry Information Network with a foundation of remote sensing, GIS and MIS. A commitment is being made for all land-based interventions to be mapped and monitored. Press Information Bureau |
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Taiwan's National Space Organization (NSPO) has announced a research and development effort to manufacture an optical remote sensing instrument for the Formosa Satellite, Taiwan's earth observation satellite that is scheduled for launch by a U.S.-based company in 2013. DigiTimes |
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Southeast Asian countries are taking part in a four-year research program to monitor environmental quality in the South China Sea. The program will install NASA equipment monitor atmospheric chemicals and global climate changes. Taiwan News |
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NIIT GIS Ltd has entered into a strategic relationship with ITT Visual Information Solutions to be the exclusive distributor of ENVI image processing and analysis software for India, Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka. NIIT GIS |
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The radio unit of Russian air force and air defense forces on Monday started to install automatic system monitoring airspace in Russia's fareastern Khabarovsk Territory. The new monitoring system, the scope of which includes the Primorye Territory and the Transbaikal Territory, will be installed in the city outskirts of Khabarovsk, the RIA Novosti news agency reported citing source. Xinhua |
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A new research has linked genes to our ability to orient ourselves to the world around us and then navigate through it. Daily India |
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Korea's growth process has left in its wake reckless territorial development and overburdened infrastructure facilities, which caused various accidents. Such side effects increased inefficiency thus undercutting national competitiveness and productivity. As part of efforts to prevent or minimize these problems, the nation uses geographic information systems technology. Korea Herald |
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Prime Minister Hun Sen says senior Minister is creating cartographic confusion. “The international border gate … calls it number 67, so there is no need to change it,” Hun Sen said. “Why do you need to change so much? I lost the number, and now even the prime minister is confused. I beg you, stop changing the road numbers,” Hun Sen said, Phnom Penh Post |
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Professor de Kretser’s timely presentation provided words of inspiration and encouragement to more than 400 congregated Fellows and members of Engineers Australia at the December 2009 Fellows Luncheon. The Governor spoke about the critical role of leadership in dealing with sustainability and the effects of climate change during his presentation titled ‘Climate Change and Sustainable Development: A challenge for engineers’. Monash University |
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3TIER generated the maps using both observational data and numerical weather prediction (NWP) modeling, which illustrate the effect of the El Niño Southern Oscillation on wind speeds. The maps demonstrate that such naturally occurring phenomena have a significant impact on wind power production, and that these impacts are largely predictable and quantifiable using advanced modeling techniques. 3Tier |
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The Chinese version is the 24th in the release schedule after the already released International, German, US, Australian, New Zealand, French, Italian, Austrian, Hungarian, Finnish, Russian, Norwegian, Swedish, Japanese, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, Polish, Czech, Greek, Turkish, Danish, and Swiss versions of ArchiCAD 13. Graphisoft |
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The unique instrument features an onboard Windows CE device running Trimble LM80 Layout Manager software. Building construction professionals can now experience the convenience of this powerful software designed specifically for their applications directly at their fingertips without an external controller. Trimble |
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Sokkia Corporation releases the new Series 50RX reflectorless total stations with a breakthrough environmental durability, increased measurement speed and an array of new features, including enhanced temperature range, the highest dust and water protection, and enhanced performance. Sokkia |
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Trimble has introduced the new CX 3D Scanner with features specific to the needs of the building construction industry, for measuring as-built structures such as mechanical, engineering, and plumbing contractors involved in HVAC and pipe work. Trimble |
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Infoterra has luanched Skape, a city mapping service that is designed for architects, planners, surveyors and local authorities. The service will enable users to combine high-resolution 3D city models with 2D mapping and terrain data. Skape |
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