Category Archives: 3d

3D Scanning Fossils at the Smithsonian

There’s no question that you can do some really cool stuff with technology, particularly 3D technology! Laser scanning is an amazing technology that many of us in the traditional GIS or mapping space get introduced to at many industry events. … Continue reading

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CloverPoint Rolls Out Insight: Line of Sight for Multiple Platforms

I’m a fan of “WOW” technology, you know, innovative stuff that come out supporting all the popular frameworks (like Android, iOS, PC and Mac) provides some simple functionality, looks easy, but also makes you sit back and say wow! Well … Continue reading

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SAAB 3D Mapping Video

I’m not sure what’s more impressive, the cool 3D mapping technology or the videography and 3D animation used to create this very cool video… nice stuff!

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Sears Tower, Chicago in 3D #OviMaps3D

Do you enjoy 3D maps? If so then you have to check out the awesome, new, Nokia Ovi 3D maps, now available for some 20 cities around the Globe – the imagery is amazing! Wow, have you checked out the … Continue reading

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PhotoFly – 3D Models from Photographs from Autodesk Labs

An interesting project from the Autodesk Labs, PhotoFly – From the Labs… Project Photofly allows anyone with a common point and shoot digital camera to create near accurate 3D models from photographs using the power of cloud computing. The 3D … Continue reading

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Video – Mt Everest Expedition in 3D

Who doesn’t love imagery, particularly high-res 3D imagery! Here’s an awesome video showing the planned route of an expedition to the summit of Mt. Everest -  3D imagery video created using imagery from DigitalGlobe. Navigate through the breathtaking landscape of … Continue reading

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Machine Control E-Magazine Extends Reach to Promote on 3D Positioning

My Colleague, Randy Noland, the co-founder and Managing Editor over at MachineControlOnline.com has been busy recently working on the launch of a new resource to support his web resource  and to provide an information-rich, and interactive resource for readers interested … Continue reading

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Nanaimo, BC, Canada – Google Model Citizens!

This interesting update comes via some inspiration from Jason Birch of the City of Nanaimo (BC, Canada) as Jason shares details of how Nanaimo has taken part in the Google Model your Town Competition. From Jason… Recently, the City of … Continue reading

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Baltimore Orioles go 3-D via Virtual Birdland

Interesting to see the MLB team from Baltimore providing fans with a 3D experience via Virtual Birdland – developed by Harris Corp, the app was created from ground, aerial and satellite imagery using technology developed for government customers. Virtual Birdland … Continue reading

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Share your trips in 3D via @trip

A very slick application that enables users to share their trips and media with others… @trip enables you to share, edit and manage your personal Travel Blog on-line. With a few clicks, you can share your travel experience with entire … Continue reading

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More cool 3D imagery of Washington D.C via ImageScape (DigitalGlobe)

With all the World watching what’s taking place in Washington D.C today this is a great opportunity to share even more cool 3D imagery of the area. These images come courtesy of DigitalGlobe via the ImageScape project – see more … Continue reading

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3D Nature’s 3D re-creation of the flight of US Airways flight 1549

An interesting tip comes our way from the team at 3D Nature where they’ve created a 3D animation showing the path of US Airways flight 1549 as it descended and plunged into the Hudson River, NY shortly after take-off. This … Continue reading

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