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Solar Panel Inspection: Cutting Costs and Time with Drones
When inspecting solar panels, two primary methods are commonly used: manual inspection and drone-based inspection. Here's a breakdown of...
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utkalsharma
Sep 291 min read
GIS Data for Disaster Events - Unlocking Insights for Better Preparedness
GeoWGS84 assists the wider geospatial community and individuals by offering satellite images from different sources before and after...
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utkalsharma
Sep 42 min read
What exactly is a KMZ file, and how do you create a KMZ using Google Earth?
A KMZ file is a compressed version of a KML file . The "Z" in KMZ stands for "Zipped," as the file is compressed to reduce its size,...
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utkalsharma
Sep 42 min read
What exactly is a KML file and how can I create one?
A KML (Keyhole Markup Language) file is a file format designed to display geographic information in applications like Google Earth,...
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utkalsharma
Aug 132 min read
What are the differences between KML and KMZ files?
A KML (Keyhole Markup Language) file is a file format designed to display geographic information in applications like Google Earth,...
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utkalsharma
Jul 183 min read
How to find the resolution of satellite images on Google?
Unfortunately, Google Earth (or Google Maps) itself does not provide a straightforward way to determine the exact resolution of the...
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utkalsharma
Jun 262 min read
Top Commercial Satellite Imagery Providers
Satellite imagery has become a thriving industry crucial in the modern remote sensing world. Companies in this sector offer advanced...
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utkalsharma
May 292 min read
Why is Google satellite view so blurry, fuzzy, and low quality for my house?
Google satellite view's image quality may vary due to several factors. Here are some common reasons why the satellite view of your house...
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utkalsharma
May 152 min read
Can I see a live satellite view of my house in real time?
Absolutely not. As of May 2024, with current publicly available commercial satellite technology, you cannot access a real-time view of...
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GeoWGS84
May 82 min read
What information does a thicker contour line or index contour provide?
Thicker contour lines on a topographic map are called index contours and help to understand elevation data quickly. These lines play a...
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GeoWGS84
May 12 min read
How can you use a contour map to find your location and elevation?
Using a contour map to determine your location and elevation involves understanding how contour lines represent the shape and elevation...
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GeoWGS84
Apr 112 min read
Aerial Photogrammetry: An Introduction for Beginners
Aerial photogrammetry is the technique of using aerial images to create accurate 3D models of real-world objects and scenes. Let us walk...
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utkalsharma
Feb 273 min read
How old are the Satellite Images on Google?
Have you ever wondered how old the satellite images on Google Earth and Google Maps are? Well, on average, they're between one and three...
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utkalsharma
Feb 162 min read
Imagery and Images: Differences from a Geospatial Lens
When we talk about GIS or Geospatial, it's worth mentioning that the words "imagery" and "images" have different meanings. While...
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utkalsharma
Dec 21, 20233 min read
Is there a superior satellite map available in comparison to Google?
As of May 2024, several satellite imagery providers offer high-resolution imagery with a spatial resolution of 30 centimeters and it is...
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utkalsharma
Nov 13, 20233 min read
What is better than Google Earth? Practically nothing...
Google Earth Pro is a widely used and feature-rich platform, and finding a completely free alternative with the same level of content and...
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Howard Krinitzsky
Oct 18, 20233 min read
Aerial Powerline Drone Inspection: It's about time for electric utility companies to embrace this.
Electric utilities are grappling with the aftermath of the Hawaiian fire, as they now confront the potential of incurring billions in...
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utkalsharma
Sep 18, 20233 min read
Gaussian Splatting: Represent data points from a 3D space onto a 2D image.
Gaussian splatting is a technique used in computer graphics and computer vision for rendering or visualizing data points or particles in...
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GeoWGS84
Sep 12, 20231 min read
Morocco Earthquake: Free High-Resolution Satellite Imagery
On the night of Friday, September 8, 2023, a powerful 6.8 magnitude earthquake hit Morocco at 11:11 p.m. local time. The epicenter was...
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Howard Krinitzsky
Aug 28, 20234 min read
Contour Mapping 101: Everything you need to know.
Contour mapping is a technique used in cartography and geography to represent the three-dimensional shape and elevation of the Earth's...
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