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iXblue launches range of FOG-based INS for mobile mapping

The compact Atlans X3 INS. (Photo: iXBlue) iXblue has launched a new range of FOG-based inertial navigation system (INS) dedicated to land and air mobile mapping applications, the Atlans Series. iXBlue is high-tech company specializing in the design and manufacturing…
WHO Health Alert brings COVID-19 facts to billions via WhatsApp

Image: wildpixel/iStock/Getty Images Plus/Getty Images The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched a messaging service with partners WhatsApp and Facebook to keep people safe from coronavirus. The messaging service has the potential to reach 2 billion people and enables WHO…

GPS World is offering the latest news and updates concerning the coronavirus, or COVID-19. News • Oxford University explores feasibility of coronavirus tracking mobile app • Esri ArcGIS map tracks global coronavirus cases • Genasys releases COVID-19 interactive map layer…
UAVs monitor marine emissions, string powerlines

A couple of interesting drone applications came up this month — marine smoke emission monitoring and studies from a little known European drone manufacturer. Monitoring marine emissions Climate change: Some might say these are words we don’t really need to…
AUVSI Xponential show postponed until August

The AUVSI Xponential trade show has been postponed due to COVID-19, with a tentative reschedule date planned for August. AUVSI Xponential 2020 was scheduled be held at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center May 4-7. AUVSI has identified Aug. 10-12…
Komatsu partners with Cesium on Smart Construction solutions

Screenshot: Cesium Cesium’s 3D technology will power smart construction dashboard to make construction safer, more efficient and more profitable Komatsu has officially announced an incoming suite of the company’s Smart Construction solutions, which will include the 3D visualization power and…
Qualcomm makes progress on C-V2X introduction in Europe

Photo: Ficosa Qualcomm Technologies’ 9150 C-V2X Platform, among several other products from automotive and infrastructure suppliers, has completed certification in accordance with the European Radio Equipment Directive (RED) Certification in Europe, a requirement for placing radio equipment on the market.…

The annual Munich Satellite Navigation Summit has been canceled. Organizers stated, “In light of the current situation caused by the coronavirus as well as related travel restrictions and resulting cancellations we unfortunately are forced to cancel the Munich Satellite Navigation…
GPS exhibit opens soon at US Air Force museum

On April 2, a new museum exhibit will open that focuses on the U.S. Air Force’s role in the management of GPS satellite systems. The National Museum of the United States Air Force is holding a grand opening event for…