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YellowScan Navigator – The Bathymetric LiDAR Survey Solution

YellowScan LiDAR Navigator
YellowScan, a global leader and designer of the next generation of manned and unmanned LiDAR solutions.  In January 2024, The YellowScan announced the release of its new bathymetric system, the YellowScan Navigator.  YellowScan Navigator is a system specifically designed for conducting bathymetric LiDAR surveys.  Bathymetric LiDAR, in particular, is used to map underwater terrain, such [...]
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The future is here! Use of AI in GIS, Survey and Mapping

AI in GIS Survey and Mapping
Introduction to AI and GeoAI Artificial Intelligence (AI) is an evolving technology that tries to mimic human intelligence using machines. AI refers to the development of computer systems that can perform tasks that typically require human intelligence. These tasks include learning, reasoning, problem-solving, perception, language understanding as well as decision-making. AI encompasses a wide range [...]
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Use of GIS in the Flood Hazard Assessment and Mitigation in Kenya

GIS in Flood Mapping and Mitigation
Flooding Hazards A hazard refers to any situation, condition, substance, or event that has the potential to cause harm, damage, or adverse effects to people, property, or the environment. Hazards include natural disasters such as earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, wildfires, as well as human-made hazards such as industrial accidents or pollution. GIS mapping of hazards is [...]
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What’s Geographical Information Systems – GIS?

What is GIS
Introduction A Geographical Information System (GIS) is a computer system for capturing, storing, analysing, and displaying data related to positions on Earth’s surface. By relating seemingly unrelated data, it can help individuals and organizations better understand spatial patterns, trends and relationships in geographic context. It can use any information that includes location. In GIS, the [...]
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