3 imagery updates to Google Earth and Maps
Google Earth adds historical imagery and Street View expands to nearly 80 places in the latest update. Maps
ComNav Technology advances surveying capabilities
ComNav Technology has introduced its Juniper Laser Visual RTK, designed for surveying applications. The Juniper Laser Visual RTK integrates GNSS, internal measurement unit (IMU), laser, and dual-camera systems into a single unit. <p>The system builds upon the laser technology featured…
Advanced Navigation upgrades product line for autonomous systems
Advanced Navigation has expanded its Certus product line by introducing the Certus Mini series. This development marks a significant advancement in compact and high-performance navigation technology for field robots, autonomous vehicles and UAVs. <p>The Certus Mini series comes in three…
Billie Eilish and Google Maps help fans travel sustainably
Billie Eilish is working with Google Maps to help fans make more sustainable choices around her upcoming tour. Maps
Calian releases full band smart choke antenna
Calian GNSS, formerly Tallysman Wireless, has introduced the VCS6000XF full band smart choke antenna, a new product designed for Continuously Operating Reference Station (CORS) applications. This antenna combines Tallysman Verachoke antenna elements with Septentrio’s Mosaic X5 full-band receiver to offer…
Trimble launches direct georeferencing solutions for UAV mapping
Trimble has introduced the APX RTX portfolio, a new line of direct georeferencing solutions designed for UAV mapping sensors. This system enables high-accuracy mapping across diverse environments, ideal for OEMs and UAV payload integrators. <p>At the core of the APX…
Seen & Heard: Free autonomous shuttle service launches in Detroit, Maui’s wildfire recovery and more
“Seen & Heard” is a monthly feature of GPS World magazine, traveling the world to capture interesting and unusual news stories involving the GNSS/PNT industry. FAA Greenlights Life-Saving UAV BVLOS Operations Photo: photovs / iStock / Getty Images Plus /…
How Street View helped a man discover a memory of his grandfather
Here’s one Googler’s story of discovering an unexpected and meaningful memory of his grandfather on Google Street View. Maps
GNSS spoofing threatens airline safety, alarming pilots and aviation officials
Photo: Oundum / iStock / Getty Images Plus / Getty Images The increasing prevalence of GNSS spoofing in commercial aviation poses significant safety concerns and highlights the need for robust alternative positioning, navigation and timing (A-PNT) sources. This form of…