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Data flows and structure of the potential GeoSRM interface extension in order to predict where hazards are likely to occur. Source: Gilchrist et. al, 2016

Using GIS to Assess and Mitigate Rail Hazards

January 10, 2017By Mark AltaweelGIS Industry

GIS has been of interest to rail companies, NGOs, and governments attempting to minimize a variety of hazards that may affect the rail network.

Mapping rail utilities using LiDAR.

LiDAR and Rail Utility Mapping and Digital Asset Preparation

April 13, 2015By SBLGIS Data

Venugopalan Nair, Senior Manager, SBL, discussed why LiDAR is an efficient and quick technology for mapping rail utilities.

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Maps are the primary tools by which spatial relationships are visualized. Maps therefore become important documents. There are several key elements that should be included each time a map is created in order to aid the viewer in understanding the communications of that map and to document the source of […]

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