Mapping the world | GIM International
October 31, 2024. GIM International is the independent and high-quality information source for everything the global geomatics industry has to offer, online and offline! We provide information about all the major topics in the business, such as mapping & surveying, geodesy, cartography, Lidar, GIS, photogrammetry, UAV/UAS, GNSS, remote sensing ...
Total Stations: the Surveyor’s Workhorse | GIM International
Oct 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 ...
Understanding Spatial Resolution - GIM International
Oct 29, 2020 · The IFOV characterizes the sensor, irrespective of the altitude of the platform. The field of view (FOV) is the total view angle that defines the swath. So, the spatial resolution of 20m for SPOT HRV means that each CCD element collects radiance from a ground area of 20mx20m. Figure 1: An airport surrounded by varying land uses and captured by ...
Surveying in the Mining Sector - GIM International
Jan 12, 2018 · Surveying in the mining industry, both in open-pit and underground mines, often goes hand in hand with terrestrial laser scanning (TLS), which is deployed to verify the spatial changes of mining works. Thanks to its high point density and high accuracy, TLS is a very suitable surveying technique for monitoring movements and deformations.
Geomatics Articles - GIM International
Keep abreast of developments in the geospatial industry. The articles section of GIM provides geomatics articles which were published in the magazine. Columns, Interviews, Features, Reports, Editorials and more.
How India leverages geospatial technologies for urban management
Jan 6, 2023 · Recognizing the need for efficient management of urban spaces, the government of India has responded with robust measures and programmes that leverage geospatial and other information technologies. India’s inevitable transition in the 21 st century from a predominantly rural society to a thriving urban society is beset with multiple challenges.
How Drones are Future-proofing the Construction Industry
Jul 28, 2020 · Drones are increasingly well recognised in the construction space as an important tool for collecting valuable data and insights during the construction process. Unlike traditional topographic methods, drones can cover large areas quickly and easily and generate detailed 3D imagery of the project site and surrounding area.
Magazine - GIM International
GIM - Issue 1- 2023. A new design for GIM International In keeping with the evolving geospatial industry and the dynamic nature of mapping and surveying, GIM International has been revamped and now boasts a new and refre... Read the latest GIM International magazine. With the best geomatics articles, news, case studies, companies and more!
Geospatial News - GIM International
Nov 4, 2024 · Copernicus relies on geospatial data for effective emergency mapping. October 28, 2024. With extreme weather events on the rise, national geospatial data is becoming indispensable for effective emergency response. In countries like Latvia, Portugal and Slovenia, data from national geospa... Read more →.
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About GIM International. GIM International is the independent and high-quality information online source for everything the global geomatics industry has to offer: news, articles, vacancies, company profiles, educators and an event calendar.. We provide a wide variety of information about all the major topics in the business, such as. Mapping & surveying,