Simulators Autonomous Digital Edition Mapping Mobile Survey Timing Transportation Launchpad: Mapping applications, new IOT platform and more Published April 27, 2026 By Jesse Khalil Join the Discussion A roundup of recent products in the GNSS and inertial positioning industry from the March-April 2026 issue of GPS World magazine. Read more » 0326 0426 Advanced Navigation CHC Navigation Digital Mapping Group Emesent Hexagon Honeywell Iridium Micro-Magic SparkFun Electronics Spirent Telit Cinterion u-blox VIAVI
Uncategorized TU Graz develops navigation system for underground rescue teams Published April 24, 2026 By Tracy Cozzens Join the Discussion Using a wide range of sensors and an ultra-broadband network created by team members, emergency services can orientate themselves and coordinate effectively even without GNSS, light or external communication. In the NIKE MATE project, the focus is on navigating tunnels in difficult circumstances — collapse of infrastructure, GNSS outages, presence of smoke and debris, all […] Read more » emergency responders emergency response GNSS outages NIKE MATE robotics search and rescue TU Graz tunnels underground infrastructure underground mapping underground navigation
Simulators GPS Transportation Rohde & Schwarz to highlight UAV-based navigation analyzer at IFIS 2026 Published April 24, 2026 By Tracy Cozzens Join the Discussion The 23rd International Flight Inspection Symposium (IFIS) will gather experts in San Salvador May 4-8. There, Rohde & Schwarz will demonstrate its test and measurement solutions for ground-based navigation aids. The exhibits address the rising traffic volumes and stricter safety requirements. Rohde & Schwarz will take part in the conference’s technical sessions with a presentation on “Challenges for UAV Operations […] Read more » airports aviation drone GBAS ground-based augmentation system International Flight Inspection Symposium San Salvador UAV
Machine Control / Agriculture Topcon launches innovations aimed at farmers at Brazil Agrishow Published April 23, 2026 By Tracy Cozzens Join the Discussion As Brazilian farmers face increasing pressure to improve efficiency while managing rising input costs, Topcon Agriculture has announced a new set of innovations designed to expand access to precision technology across Latin America. At Agrishow 2026, taking place April 27–May 1 in Brazil, Topcon will showcase solutions for row crop, coffee, citrus and sugarcane growers, including an […] Read more » Brazil GNSS receiver precision agriculture
Timing Microchip offers plug-in timing module for data centers, 5G networks Published April 23, 2026 By Tracy Cozzens Join the Discussion Microchip Technology has released its MD-990-0011-B family of plug-in timing modules, delivering turnkey, high-precision synchronization for data center servers and 5G virtualized radio access networks (vRAN). Developed in collaboration with Intel, the MD-990-0011-B timing module is designed for seamless compatibility with Intel Xeon 6 SoC-powered server platforms, supporting both OEMs and ODMs in building future-ready systems. […] Read more » 5G networks data centers Microchip Technology synchronization timing module
Opinions GPS World EAB Q&A: Which emerging sectors are driving the most demand for advanced PNT? Published April 21, 2026 By Jesse Khalil Join the Discussion We asked our Editorial Advisory Board (EAB) which emerging sectors are driving the most demand for advanced positioning and timing solutions right now? Read more » 0326 0426 artificial intelligence autonomy defense digital edition Editorial Advisory Board oneNav Septentrio
Survey Opinions Research & Development Peak XV: The framework that measured Mount Everest Published April 21, 2026 By William Tewelow, GISP Join the Discussion Surveying and mapping are jobs of courage and determination exploring the unknown, risking death in malaria-infested jungles, Everest working while stricken with partial paralysis, Abdul Hamid crossing a forbidden border, and Gautam’s predawn climb. They all understood what mattered was worth the risk. It is the surveyor’s call to arms: measure the Earth. Read more » 0326 0426 China digital edition India logistics measurement Mount Everest Nepal surveying topographic
GNSS Lockheed Martin launches GPS III satellite Published April 21, 2026 By Jesse Khalil Join the Discussion The final GPS III satellite delivers major upgrades in constellation resilience and accuracy, including a crosslink demonstration payload. Read more » GPS III Lockheed Martin U.S. Space Force
Space & Earth Mapping UK scientists unite to map southwest coast seabed Published April 20, 2026 By Tracy Cozzens Join the Discussion The UK Centre for Seabed Mapping (UK CSM) will undertake a seabed mapping survey – CSM2026 – to explore and map the seabed along the UK’s southwest coastline. The research survey takes place between April 20 and May 19. It consists of two survey legs, starting in Lowestoft, Suffolk, and ending in Falmouth, Cornwall. Throughout […] Read more » maritime ocean mapping seabed survey UK Centre for Seabed Mapping United Kingdom
Mapping Applications Autonomous Lidar Survey CHCNAV launches AlphaAir 6 long-range airborne lidar for UAV mapping Published April 18, 2026 By Tracy Cozzens Join the Discussion CHC Navigation (CHCNAV) has released the AlphaAir 6, a flagship airborne lidar system designed for UAV-based laser scanning, drone lidar mapping, and aerial surveying in high-relief and complex terrain. Combining prism scanning technology with a high-grade inertial navigation system (INS), the AlphaAir 6 delivers a maximum ranging capability of up to 2,100 meters and supports […] Read more » AlphaAir 6 CHC Navigation IMU inertial navigation system lidar UAV mapping UAV surveying
