Spatial analytics and deep learning in GIS
Dr K Kasturirangan
The future will be of Spatial Analytics - based on principles of Data Science, Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning. Spatial data is voluminously available for human activity Ð triggered by the Big Data and cloud technology. Data Analytics is key to obtain Insights and what I see for the future is that Spatial Insights will drive the vision for all of us for using more spatial data, maps, images and in real-time and arrive at key answers to questions that citizens, society, government, industries, researchers may have for their contributions for the betterment of humanity and our Earth.... [more]

Geographic Coverage Expands as Imaging Technology Matures
Alexander Wiechert
Large flying programs are the way of the future as they allow up-to-date imagery of entire countries to be available at lower cost. Vexcel Imaging will continue to develop advanced hardware and software for the benefit of its commercial customers and for VDP with a focus on optimizing efficiency and quality... [more]

TECHNOLOGY TRENDS

Emerging PNT and GNSS technology trends
John Fischer
With Resilient PNT and GNSS systems, along with better data integration and processing, we can trust this new technology to tell us the truth and keep us safe, while enabling us to reach for the stars and understand our world in ways that weÕve never been able to do before... [more]

Challenges for 3D mapping
Graham Hunter
From controlling project timeframes and cost consumption, to sustainability and overcrowding, SLAM technology has become a powerhouse for progression in developing economies... [more]