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SURVEY INSPECTION AT GEOTHERMAL POWER PLANTย 
Saturday
Krivorotov Alexsandr is now a member of Land Surveyors United - Surveying Education Community
Friday
christopher lucas posted a blog post
I. Introduction to the Concept of Datum
A datum in surveying is an essential reference point or system that enables surveyors to take precise and uniform measurements. At its core, a datum serves as a foundation for determining exact locations, elevations, and geographical coordinates (latitude and longitude) across regions. Whether the focus is mapping mountain ranges or marking property boundaries, a datum offers surveyors a common baseline from which measurements can be accuratelyโ€ฆ
Friday
christopher lucas posted a blog post
I. Introduction to the Inaugural Subway Run
On October 27, 1904, New York City reached a transformative milestone with the launch of its subway system. The inaugural run was led by Mayor George McClellan, who, enthralled by the experience, took the controls himself. This first subway line, built by the Interborough Rapid Transit Company (IRT), extended across a 9.1-mile route and connected 28 stations from City Hall in lower Manhattan, through Grand Central Terminal and Times Square, and up toโ€ฆ
Thursday
christopher lucas posted a blog post
I. Introduction to Echo Sounders
Definition and Purpose:
An echo sounder is a powerful tool used primarily in hydrographic surveying, which measures the depth of water by sending sound pulses from a transducer to the seabed and measuring the time it takes for the echo to return. This device is pivotal in many maritime applications, from navigation and underwater construction to environmental studies. The functionality of an echo sounder is rooted in the principles of sonar, or Sound Navigationโ€ฆ
Wednesday
Paul Pankratz is now a member of Land Surveyors United - Surveying Education Community
Tuesday
christopher lucas posted a blog post
I. Introduction to Colton's Illustrated World Map on Mercator's Projection
Overview of the Map and Its Creator:
Coltonโ€™s Illustrated & Embellished Steel Plate Map of the World on Mercatorโ€™s Projection stands as an exemplary 19th-century work in both cartographic skill and artistic presentation. Crafted by Joseph Hutchins Colton, a renowned American mapmaker, the map represents the era's peak in mapping and exploration. Colton was known for his keen attention to detail and commitment toโ€ฆ
Oct 28
Episode 233 - Ted Strazimiri, Russell Hall, PLS & Mark Taylor via GeoRadio- All Land Surveyor Podcasts in One

Another one for the ages! The guys were joined this week by Ted Strazimiri, CEO of SkyDeploy & Parkalytics, Russell Hall, Mobile Mapping Manager at Langan Engineering & Environmental Services and Mark "Chief Geek" Taylor, Owner at Extreme Aerial Productions to talk all things UAV's and Parkalytics! Just some of the topics discussed include technology integration, data management, regulations, cost barriers, competition, the skills gap and "Just Because You Can, Doesn't Mean Youโ€ฆ

Oct 25
christopher lucas posted a blog post
I. Introduction to Topographic Surveys
Definition and Purpose
Topographic surveys are an essential component of land surveying, focusing on the measurement and mapping of both the elevation and features of land. These surveys go beyond establishing property boundaries, which is the primary function of boundary surveys, and instead provide a detailed understanding of the physical landscape. This includes not only natural elements such as hills, valleys, and rivers but also man-made features likeโ€ฆ
Oct 24
christopher lucas posted a blog post
I. Initial Site Selection and Surveying of Bennelong Point
The Challenges of Bennelong Point
The Sydney Opera House, now one of the most recognizable landmarks in the world, owes much of its grandeur and success to the meticulous planning and surveying of its location on Bennelong Point. However, this site, despite its beauty and central position in Sydney Harbour, presented unique and difficult challenges that required extensive surveying efforts to ensure that it could safely host a structureโ€ฆ
Oct 23
christopher lucas posted a blog post
I. Introduction to Level Rods
Definition and Purpose of Level Rods
A level rod, also known as a leveling rod or staff, is one of the simplest yet most essential tools in the surveyor's toolkit. It serves a very specific and crucial purposeโ€”measuring differences in elevation between various points on the ground. In the field of land surveying, where precision is key, establishing accurate elevation changes is vital for everything from construction projects to infrastructure planning. The levelโ€ฆ
Oct 23
christopher lucas posted a blog post
The Role of Land Surveyors and the Art of Mapmaking: "An Accurate Map of the West Indies"
I. Introduction to Bowenโ€™s 1740 Map of the West Indies
Overview of the Map
Emanuel Bowenโ€™s 1740 โ€œAn Accurate Map of the West Indiesโ€ stands as a significant achievement in 18th-century cartography. The map meticulously captures the geography of the Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico, and the adjacent coastal regions of North and South America, reflecting the growing importance of the West Indies during a period ofโ€ฆ
Oct 21
INTERGEO 2024 - Day 3 via GeoRadio- All Land Surveyor Podcasts in One

Check out these highlights from Day 3 of this year's awesome event!!!

03:10 โ€“ Michal Gula, 3D Evangelist & Chief Technology Officer @ Overhead4D

14:30 โ€“ Tan Nguyen, Division Manager TLS @ Riegl USA Inc.

26:30 โ€“ Ray Woering, CEO & Hanno Kant, Development Manager and Survey Wizard @ Apglos B.V.

49:50 โ€“ Michael Dutch, Team Lead Reseller CSM @ NavVis

1:03:50 โ€“ Rami Tamimi, Surveying and Geospatial Technology Researcher and Educator

Oct 20
Reza Jafari and Xavier joined Land Surveyors United - Surveying Education Community
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Oct 20
INTERGEO 2024 - Day 2 via GeoRadio- All Land Surveyor Podcasts in One

Check out these highlights from Day 2 of this year's awesome event!!!

02:35 โ€“ Mike Horton, Project Creator @ GEODNET

19:00 โ€“ Andrey Kleymenov, CEO @ Pix4d & Larry Fox, VP Marketing and Business Development @ Bad Elf

31:50 โ€“ Britta Ricker, Tenured Assistant Professor @ Copernicus Institute of Sustainable Development, Utrecht University

42:20 โ€“ Jeroen Zanen, Founder & CEO @ AI-Infrasolutions

1:00:20 โ€“ Mike Workman, Sales Director EMA @ Emesentย 

Oct 18
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Mobile Apps for Land Surveyors

We have a growing collection of Mobile Apps for Land Surveyors United Members called the Surveyor App Suite.   New apps added to the collection all of the time. Pick and choose which apps you would like to use and add the shortcut to your homescreen of your phone or Data Collector.

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