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What Are Point Clouds, And How Are They Used?

You may have heard of a “point cloud” before, but perhaps not really known what the term meant. Watch our video below to understand exactly what a point cloud is, how they are created, and how they are being used in different industries.   Like this video? Consider subscribing to our YouTube channel for more like it. Point Clouds Defined Point clouds …

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How Mixed Reality Could Speed Up Construction Projects

Reality is a reality the last time we checked, right?  We know that construction projects have a tendency to take longer than expected to complete.  But what about the terms “mixed reality and “reality capture.” What sort of disruptive words are these? Allow us to explain. Mixed Reality A mixed reality viewer allows users to open 3D models inside Windows …

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Cutting Edge Technologies to Differentiate Your Construction Business

The construction industry is booming.  Businesses are breaking ground in new locations everywhere, and companies are allocating resources to overdue renovations on existing properties.  There’s no better environment for construction companies looking to differentiate themselves and set themselves apart from the competition.  Many firms are doing this by integrating innovative breakthrough technology into their projects and processes. By embracing technology …

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Drones & Virtual Reality: The Next Big Thing?

Among the most talked about technologies today, are Virtual Reality (VR) and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV), or as most call them – drones. What is it about these that makes them popular? For one we know that they provide an experience like no other, be it experiencing real life like videos or getting a bird’s eye view from high up …

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How the Construction Industry is Leveraging Drones to Improve BIM Output

Competition in the construction industry is fierce. Business Information Modeling (BIM) software has been around for a while, but savvy engineers, architects and contractors are now discovering the power of combining BIM with drone technology to get a leg up. BIM uses a wealth of data gathered in various ways to accurately create a 3D model of a project, significantly …

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Promoting Productivity Using DatuSurvey

In just a couple of years, the combination of small UAVs and advanced surveying software has brought about a true paradigm shift in the world of surveyors and civil engineers.  Drones are no longer simply being used by marketing departments seeking picturesque aerial photography; today, drone technology is put to a wide range of other valuable processes, such as creating …