Technology has become a key factor in today’s agricultural scene guiding the sector toward previously unheard-of levels of sustainability and efficiency and one such pair of technologies that have become more well-known is Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing (RS). The way farmers and agricultural professionals approach land management, crop monitoring and decision-making processes …
The efficient and secure transportation of oil and gas through pipelines is crucial and as the network of pipelines continues to expand globally, the need for robust monitoring and surveillance systems becomes paramount. GIS technology has emerged as a powerful tool in this regard providing a comprehensive solution for pipeline operators to ensure the integrity …
Spatial or geographic data can be gathered, analyzed and presented digitally using GIS technology where decision-makers may visualize, interpret and comprehend the relationships, patterns and trends within the data thanks to the integration of location-based information. GIS is essential for improving situational awareness, streamlining risk assessment and assisting with well-informed decision-making in disaster management. Geographic …
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As the global population continues to grow, the agriculture industry faces the pressing challenge of meeting the rising demand for food while minimizing its environmental impact and in this era of rapid technological advancement, digital farming solutions, underpinned by Geographic Information System technologies have emerged as a key driver for achieving sustainable agriculture practices. A …
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Utility mapping is the process of creating accurate, up-to-date and comprehensive maps of underground utilities and infrastructure where these utilities encompass a wide range of systems including water and wastewater pipelines, gas lines, electricity cables, telecommunications networks and more. The primary goal of utility mapping is to enhance the understanding of subsurface infrastructure, reduce the …
GRUS is a significant advancement in satellite technology created to satisfy the expanding needs of the GIS sector where the satellite which was created by top space technology firms in association with GIS specialists has several qualities that distinguish it in the fiercely competitive satellite industry. The satellite’s ultra-high-definition (UHD) imaging equipment allows it to …
Drone surveys have been around since the early 20th century but they have come of age as a GIS powerhouse in the last 20 years. The early drones were simple and lacked the features that modern drones have but thanks to technological advancements, ultra-vehicular asteroids (UAVs) with sophisticated sensors, cameras and GPS modules have become …
GIS Drone Photography – The field of geospatial data capture has seen a dramatic change as a result of the incorporation of drone photography and video capabilities with Geographic Information System technology. The convergence of state-of-the-art technology has created new opportunities for a variety of industries including environmental monitoring, disaster management, agricultural and urban planning. …
MAXAR operates the WorldView-1, WorldView-2, WorldView-3 and WorldView-4 advanced satellite constellations where modern imaging sensors on these satellites allow them to take high-resolution images with previously unheard-of levels of detail. With a spatial resolution of 31 cm, WorldView-3, for example, enables GIS experts to identify minute features on the surface of the Earth. The necessity …
Floodplain mapping is a critical aspect of disaster management and urban planning leveraging advanced GIS technologies. Floods have been perennial threats to human settlements causing immense damage to infrastructure, agriculture and human lives and floodplain mapping, facilitated by GIS technologies has emerged as a pivotal tool for understanding, predicting and managing flood risks. GIS enables …
