Positioning Technologies Podcast

Georeferencing laser scanning projects in Trimble Business Center software. It explains the importance of georeferencing for aligning point cloud data with real-world coordinates. The article then highlights the new feature extraction capabilities in the latest version of Trimble Business Center software, designed to maximize data value. It also discusses the advantages of self-leveling technology...

The Trimble Connect Field Data extension is a cloud-based tool for managing field data collected using Trimble Access software. The extension streamlines data management, starting with automatic cloud uploads to ensure data safety. Users can easily access, review, and filter data within Trimble Connect, making it simple to locate specific data packages. The extension also facilitates quality assur...

Trimble TerraFlex software version 2024.20 introduces a new Local Project workflow that allows users to collect, manage, and share field data directly from their devices without relying on cloud synchronization. This workflow is ideal for smaller organizations or those with strict cloud security policies. The Local Project workflow complements the existing Cloud workflow, which automatically synch...

Trimble Geospatial discusses the benefits of using 3D laser scanning in industrial fabrication. The author emphasizes that scanning significantly enhances safety by reducing the need for workers to be in hazardous environments and by providing accurate measurements, minimizing rework and delays. The article highlights the use of Trimble's 3D laser scanning technology at Dauntless Industrial, where...

The article describes the new features available in Trimble RealWorks version 2024.10, including improvements to registration capabilities for structured scans, support for .trb files, and integration with measurements collected in Trimble Perspective software. The article also highlights the benefits of using Trimble products for a variety of applications, such as laser scanning workflows and the...

Trimble Inpho software version 15.0 offers a range of improvements for aerial photogrammetry, particularly focusing on enhanced accuracy and efficiency. New features include the Trimble RealRay technology for precise image correction, expanded support for LAS and LAZ files, improved reconstruction of thin structures, and optimized mesh conversion processes. These updates streamline workflows, redu...

This excerpt from a Trimble Geospatial blog post details the benefits of a connected workflow using their suite of software. Trimble Business Center (TBC), Trimble Access (TA), and Trimble Connect work together to create a seamless data transfer process between field and office. This integration streamlines project management, reduces errors caused by outdated information, and improves communicati...

Trimble Business Center (TBC) version 2024.00 has several new features designed to improve feature extraction capabilities for infrastructure and geospatial professionals. The most notable additions are new 3D deep learning models for railway and outdoor point cloud classification, providing more accurate and granular results than older methods. Intelligent point cloud filtering is improved with a...

Trimble and Worldsensing have partnered to create a new monitoring solution that uses wireless GNSS sensors to provide real-time data on ground and structural movements. This solution, which combines Trimble's T4D software with the Worldsensing-powered GNSS Meter, offers a cost-effective and scalable approach to monitoring projects in industries such as mining, construction, and infrastructure. Th...

This blog post from Trimble Geospatial that outlines five ways Trimble technology is being used to improve efficiency, safety, and precision in airports. The post details how Trimble’s advanced positioning and mapping systems are utilized for everything from runway reconstruction and pre-construction planning to pavement inspections and landing procedure accuracy. It highlights real-world case stu...

This describes a partnership between Trimble and Locusview, two companies that provide technology for the construction and infrastructure industries. The partnership aims to accelerate the adoption of digital construction management for utilities by combining Trimble's GNSS technology with Locusview's platform for data management and project management. This partnership offers utilities a streamli...

Trimble, a company specializing in geographic information systems (GIS) and geospatial technology, highlights GIS Day, an annual event celebrating the importance of GIS, and features a downloadable poster for the occasion. The website also showcases Trimble's latest software and technologies, including Trimble Access, Trimble Inpho, and Trimble Reality Capture, which are used to enhance data colle...

Trimble Clarity is a browser-based software application that enables users to visualize, analyze, and share 3D model and point cloud data. The software is designed for both technical and non-technical users, offering intuitive tools to measure, label, and annotate data. Trimble Clarity also provides features for collaborative data sharing, access management, and flexible licensing options through...

Trimble Reality Capture is a cloud-based platform that allows users to manage, share, and collaborate on large amounts of reality capture data, such as 3D scans. The platform is designed to streamline workflows by enabling users to access and share data across various stakeholders, regardless of their technical expertise. It boasts features like secure cloud storage, intuitive visualization tools,...

Trimble Connect is a cloud-based platform designed to streamline collaboration in the construction industry. It serves as a common data environment (CDE), allowing project stakeholders to access and share project information, such as designs, drawings, and field data, in real-time. The platform's features include data sharing, tracking project progress, communication tools, and robust security mea...

Trimble offers a suite of cloud-based software solutions designed to enhance collaboration and data management for geospatial professionals. Their flagship product, Trimble Connect, is a common data environment (CDE) that allows teams to share and work on data efficiently. Trimble Reality Capture is a separate service built on top of Trimble Connect, enabling the storage and collaboration on large...

AI-based feature extraction in Trimble Business Center (TBC)  software for various industries. It highlights how AI is transforming tedious tasks in fields such as  site modeling, stockpile management, and pavement inspection . The article showcases how the technology streamlines workflows, improves accuracy, and enhances efficiency for businesses like GeoVerra and Severino Trucking, leading to co...

Trimble Perspective Mobile is a free field software application designed for use with the Trimble X9 3D laser scanning platform. This app allows users to control scan settings and set atmospheric corrections directly from their Android or iOS device. The app can be used independently or alongside the full-featured Trimble Perspective software on a tablet, providing a convenient and mobile solution...

Trimble Perspective is a field software program designed to be used with Trimble's 3D laser scanning systems, such as the Trimble X9 and X12. The software enables users to control their scanners in the field, register scans, and perform measurements and annotations in real-time. Perspective also allows for georeferencing projects, meaning users can orient their data to a real-world coordinate syst...

Trimble Penmap is a mobile application designed for both surveyors and field workers that simplifies and enhances the process of collecting survey and GIS data. The app is cloud-connected, providing users with real-time GNSS accuracy using Trimble's positioning services and allowing for seamless data transfer from the field to the office via Trimble Connect. The application features a user-friendl...

Trimble TerraFlex is a software designed to simplify field data capture and management. The software provides a cloud-based solution for creating and sharing customized form templates, capturing data in the field using GNSS technology, and then visualizing and sharing that data with an organization. TerraFlex supports a variety of industries and applications, including asset management, surveying,...

Trimble Access Mobile Inspector Measure Service is a software solution designed to streamline infrastructure inspections. It integrates with Infotech Mobile Inspector to automate daily work reports and digitally represent assets in a construction management system. The software can be used in conjunction with AASHTOWare Project for DOTs and Appia for Local Public Agencies (LPAs) and AEC firms. Tri...

The Trimble Access Software Development Kit (SDK) is a framework that allows third-party developers to create custom applications for the Trimble Access field software. This empowers developers to create specialized applications tailored to specific workflows, enhancing efficiency and productivity in various fields. The SDK provides tools and resources to build, enhance, customize, and integrate a...

Trimble Access Tunnels is a software solution specifically designed for surveying and constructing tunnel projects. It allows users to collect data efficiently using Trimble total stations, automate tasks like staking out, and generate reports for quality control. This software provides a comprehensive approach to tunnel construction, offering features like seamless data transfer between field and...

Trimble Access Roads is a software program designed for road construction professionals. The software simplifies road stakeout, allowing users to define, stake, and report on road projects with a simple, graphical interface. It integrates with other Trimble software and hardware for a seamless workflow. The program includes features such as defining road designs, staking to various specifications,...