CHC Navigation (CHCNAV) has released the AU20 MMS, a vehicle-mounted mobile mapping system designed for accurate and efficient collection of 3D spatial data. The system combines high-performance lidar technology, versatile sensor support and intelligent data processing to provide a practical and flexible solution for professionals in road surveying, asset management and infrastructure documentation. The AU20 MMS features a sophisticated lidar system that uses fourth-generation real-time waveform processing technology. It achieves a scan rate of 2 […]

July 15, 2025 Shipwreck hunter Chris Thuss is currently exploring multiple underwater sites on Lake Michigan. Here is how it all began. Spending afternoons fishing for smallmouth bass on Lake Michigan and off of Manitowoc, Wisconsin, is a routine part of Chris’ week. So, it’s not uncommon for him to reel in a couple smallies or stumble upon a few known shipwrecks in the process. But on the afternoon of May 13, 2025, Chris noticed […]

The U.S. Space Force’s Space Operations Command has accepted a modernized operating system for GPS, designed to maintain the resiliency of the constellation and enhance positioning, navigation and timing (PNT) services to meet evolving user demands. The GPS Next Generation Operational Control System (OCX) upgrade is part of a broader set of Space Systems Command acquisition programs designed to deliver a range of modernized capabilities across the GPS III enterprise. In addition to OCX, these […]

June 18, 2025 Every year, Garmin associates have the opportunity to lace up their favorite pair of running shoes and celebrate Global Running Day with their office mates. Besides connecting with co-workers, Global Running Day is a great way to engage with Garmin’s active lifestyle brand and #beat yesterday tagline. “One of our favorite things about Global Running Day is seeing how Garmin associates around the globe are getting and staying active,” said Joe Schrick, executive […]

GNSS RTK 4 Click is a compact add-on board from Mikroe that provides high-precision GNSS positioning with real-time kinematics (RTK). The board features the LG290P a quad-band GNSS module from Quectel capable of receiving signals from GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BDS, QZSS and NavIC while using SBAS for enhanced accuracy. “This new Click board allows designers to simply and quickly develop systems with sub-metre positioning accuracy,” comments Nebojsa Matic, CEO of MIKROE. “Autonomous navigation, UAVs, intelligent robotics, surveying, and precision agriculture […]

July 10, 2025 It’s July. That means it’s time for EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, the largest gathering of aviation enthusiasts from around the globe. It’s a homecoming of sorts for pilots of all kinds. Just like every other year, Garmin will have a big presence at Oshkosh 2025. And we can’t wait to showcase our avionics, planes, ambassadors and more. Here’s what we have in store in 2025. 1. Our Latest and Greatest Product Updates From […]

A soldier in camouflage uses a tablet to control drones in a foggy forest, demonstrating modern military equipment. (Photo: Xona Space Systems) News outlet MSN has published a slideshow detailing seven take-aways from recent GNSS spoofing defense moves against Iranian missiles headed toward Israel. The missiles instead ended up in the Mediterranean Sea, apparently because of successful electronic hacking. “The incident has caused tremors within the defense and cyber-defense communities, pointing to the mounting sophistication […]

July 11, 2025 There’s a Garmin running watch for every type of runner — from those jogging around the block to ultra-distance athletes. There’s nothing quite like the feeling of finding the perfect wearable companion for your runs, but how do you get there? Because we’ve been in the smartwatch game for quite some time, it’s no secret we have tons of options to help you reach your goals — but don’t worry. If you’re […]

Thornden 1934 (Credit: Dave Zilkoski) This newsletter is going to highlight some history of the Coast and Geodetic Survey and provide the latest information on the National Geodetic Survey (NGS) new National Spatial Reference System (NSRS). First, every year my brother and I get together and travel to visit friends and relatives. He lives in Montana, and I live in North Carolina, so our yearly trips are typically 10 to 14 days long. As in […]

Safran Electronics & Defense has introduced BlackNaute, a new autonomous positioning, navigation and timing (PNT) system. The system integrates Safran’s HRG Dual Core inertial navigation technology, the Skylight multi-mode GNSS receiver board and an atomic clock to offer navigation resilience in challenging electronic warfare environments. BlackNaute’s built-in atomic clock is designed to maintain precise timing, which is essential for secure communications and collaborative combat operations. The system features advanced anti-jamming and anti-spoofing algorithms, which have […]