New ways we tackle fake contributions on Google Maps
Google Maps prioritized fighting fake contributions and used a variety of techniques including ML to combat policy-violating content. Maps
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BAE Systems and Lockheed Martin tests UAS
Image: Air Force Staff Sgt. Rachel Simones/ Department of Defense. BAE Systems and Lockheed Martin Skunk Works partnered to test the Skunk Works Stalker and Indago UAS on BAE Systems’ amphibious combat vehicle (ACV) command, control, communication and computers…
How we’re helping people and cities adapt to extreme heat
We’re helping communities prepare for and adapt to the effects of rising heat — from new extreme heat alerts on Search to AI-powered tools for cities and governments. Maps
SingularXYZ launches development kit
Image: SingularXYZ SingularXYZ, a manufacturer of GNSS technology, has launched its DK100 development kit. This multi-functional kit has selectable single-antenna and dual-antenna modules, full constellation tracking and centimeter-level positioning. The DK100 development kit is a ready-to-use kit designed to…
SimActive software enhances utility mapping
Image: SimActive Sharper Shape has used SimActive software’s distributed processing capabilities to complete utility corridor base maps in Montreal, Canada. In 2022, more than eight million images were collected in SimActive’s Correlator3D software to generate orthomosaics and colorized point clouds.…
Inertial Labs launches Kernel-210/220
Inertial Labs has released its third generation of MEMS sensor-based inertial measurement units (IMU), MEMS KERNEL-210 and KERNEL-220. The KERNEL-210 and KERNEL-220 are compact, self-contained, strapdown, tactical-grade IMUs that measure linear accelerations and angular rates using their aligned and calibrated…
How to keep using Google Maps even when your phone is offline
These simple steps will help you keep using Google Maps offline when you don’t have an internet connection. Maps
Thales collaborates with EuroHAPS on demo project
Image: Thales Alenia Space Thales Alenia Space has signed a €43 million contract for the Euro High-Altitude Platform Systems (HAPS) demonstration project. EuroHAPS was selected by the European Commission on July 20, 2022, for collaborative defense research and development…