For 33 years GRASS GIS has offered open source tools for geospatial analysis, visualization, and processing. With its roots in raster analysis, GRASS GIS has always provided a wide array of robust classic terrain analysis tools such as slope, aspect and shaded relief imagery. Recently contributed GRASS Add-on programs such as r.skyview extend GRASS’s already highly capable terrain visualization capabilities. This module calculates the sky view factor (SKF; Zaksek et al., 2011) of the surrounding terrain at a given location with terrain shading based on the amount of sky visible at that location. The module is capable of multi-directional analysis resulting in striking terrain visualizations that enhance the definition of subtle terrain features and highlight from light to dark the degree to which the terrain is open to the surrounding landscape. Although this module is computationally expensive, its results offer the potential to improve error detection in LiDAR DEM production as well as serve as inputs to slope based sustainable land and zoning code development. This presentation will demonstrate the functionality of r.skyview through a tour of LiDAR-derived terrain visualization in areas from Ft. Collins, Colorado to the Southern Rockies Organ Mountains of Las Cruces, New Mexico.
Correction tool for Lidar in complex terrains based on Meteodyn WT outputsJean-Claude Meteodyn
The use of Lidars in complex terrain allows wind farm developers to assess the wind climate at multiple locations in an easier and cheaper way than by employing multiple masts with anemometers. Unfortunately Lidars give some discrepancies with the reference measurements (cup or sonic anemometers) especially in complex terrain where spatial variations of mean velocity exist along the Lidar measurement circumference. Therefore a tool is required to enable the correction of the Lidar in complex terrain to represent an anemometer at the Lidar location at the measured levels of the Lidar. Computations can be useful in order to correct the data as they are able to predict the flow on sharp and complex relief. As shown in a recent study presented in the 2009 NZWEA Conference, linear models are recommended for use only on simple terrain. Hence, the correction tools should be based on the full CFD software outputs, here with METEODYN WT outputs, namely the three components of the average velocity and wind direction. Comparisons are presented with two reference cases : simple and complex terrain.
Correction tool for Lidar in complex terrains based on Meteodyn WT outputsJean-Claude Meteodyn
The use of Lidars in complex terrain allows wind farm developers to assess the wind climate at multiple locations in an easier and cheaper way than by employing multiple masts with anemometers. Unfortunately Lidars give some discrepancies with the reference measurements (cup or sonic anemometers) especially in complex terrain where spatial variations of mean velocity exist along the Lidar measurement circumference. Therefore a tool is required to enable the correction of the Lidar in complex terrain to represent an anemometer at the Lidar location at the measured levels of the Lidar. Computations can be useful in order to correct the data as they are able to predict the flow on sharp and complex relief. As shown in a recent study presented in the 2009 NZWEA Conference, linear models are recommended for use only on simple terrain. Hence, the correction tools should be based on the full CFD software outputs, here with METEODYN WT outputs, namely the three components of the average velocity and wind direction. Comparisons are presented with two reference cases : simple and complex terrain.
Dengue Vector Population Forecasting Using Multisource Earth Observation Prod...University of Pavia
This presentation introduces a technique for using recurrent neural networks to forecast Ae. aegypti mosquito (Dengue transmission vector) counts at neighborhood-level, using Earth Observation data inputs as proxies to environmental variables. The model is validated using in situ data in two Brazilian cities, and compared with state-of-the-art multioutput random forest and k-nearest neighbor models. The approach exploits a clustering step performed before the model definition, which simplifies the task by aggregating mosquito count sequences with similar temporal patterns.
This presentation was made to students of the College of Control Science and Engineering, China University of Petroleum (East China) on the 31th of May, 2021.
Presentation given at the Computer Applications in Archaeology UK Chapter Meeting, April 2011, held at the University of Birmingham.
The subject is the use of terrestrial and airborne laser scanners in heritage contexts.
Explanation of very simple methods for atmospheric corrections and an example adapted from a paper of the Dept. of Thermodynamics, University of Valencia, Spain.
A SWITCHED-ANTENNA NADIR-LOOKING INTERFEROMETRIC SAR ALTIMETER FOR TERRAIN-AI...csandit
Conventional terrain-aided navigation (TAN) technique uses an altimeter to locate the position of an aerial vehicle. However, a major problem with a radar altimeter is that its beam (or pulse) footprint on the ground could be large, and therefore the nadir altitude cannot be estimated
accurately. To overcome this difficulty, one may use the nadir-looking synthetic aperture radar (SAR) technique to reduce the along-track beam width, while the cross-track ambiguity is
resolved with the interferometry technique. However, the cross-track resolution is still far from satisfactory, because of the limited aperture size of antennas. Therefore, the usual three-antenna array cannot resolve multiple terrain points in a same range bin, effectively. In this paper, we
propose a technique that can increase the cross-track resolution using a large number of antennas, but in a switched fashion, not raising hardware cost.
This week at Oceanology Americas we presented a paper on SLAM and Optimal Sensor Fusion and outlined how we have implemented this within our real-time navigation and 3D reconstruction tool, 3D Recon.
We have just assembled two 4,000m rated 3D Recon systems. One of these systems is currently undergoing pressure cycle testing while the other is undergoing extensive burn-in testing to ensure long term viability.
We expect to have test tank data later in March, so if you'd like to receive some sample data sets please let us know at sales@zupt.com.
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Extreme Computing for Extreme Adaptive Optics: The Key to Finding Life Outsid...inside-BigData.com
In this deck from PASC18, Hatem Ltaief from KAUST presents: Extreme Computing for Extreme Adaptive Optics: The Key to Finding Life Outside our Solar System.
"The real-time correction of telescopic images in the search for exoplanets is highly sensitive to atmospheric aberrations. The pseudo-inverse algorithm is an efficient mathematical method to filter out these turbulences. We introduce a new partial singular value decomposition (SVD) algorithm based on QR-based Diagonally Weighted Halley (QDWH) iteration for the pseudo-inverse method of adaptive optics. The QDWH partial SVD algorithm selectively calculates the most significant singular values and their corresponding singular vectors. We develop a high performance implementation and demonstrate the numerical robustness of the QDWH-based partial SVD method. We also perform a benchmarking campaign on various generations of GPU hardware accelerators and compare against the state-of-the-art SVD implementation SGESDD from the MAGMA library. Numerical accuracy and performance results are reported using synthetic and real observational datasets from the Subaru telescope. Our implementation outperforms SGESDD by up to fivefold and fourfold performance speedups on ill-conditioned synthetic matrices and real observational datasets, respectively. The pseudo-inverse simulation code will be deployed on-sky for the Subaru telescope during observation nights scheduled early 2018."
Watch the video: https://wp.me/p3RLHQ-iWN
Learn more: https://pasc18.pasc-conference.org/program/schedule/
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Dengue Vector Population Forecasting Using Multisource Earth Observation Prod...University of Pavia
This presentation introduces a technique for using recurrent neural networks to forecast Ae. aegypti mosquito (Dengue transmission vector) counts at neighborhood-level, using Earth Observation data inputs as proxies to environmental variables. The model is validated using in situ data in two Brazilian cities, and compared with state-of-the-art multioutput random forest and k-nearest neighbor models. The approach exploits a clustering step performed before the model definition, which simplifies the task by aggregating mosquito count sequences with similar temporal patterns.
This presentation was made to students of the College of Control Science and Engineering, China University of Petroleum (East China) on the 31th of May, 2021.
Presentation given at the Computer Applications in Archaeology UK Chapter Meeting, April 2011, held at the University of Birmingham.
The subject is the use of terrestrial and airborne laser scanners in heritage contexts.
Explanation of very simple methods for atmospheric corrections and an example adapted from a paper of the Dept. of Thermodynamics, University of Valencia, Spain.
A SWITCHED-ANTENNA NADIR-LOOKING INTERFEROMETRIC SAR ALTIMETER FOR TERRAIN-AI...csandit
Conventional terrain-aided navigation (TAN) technique uses an altimeter to locate the position of an aerial vehicle. However, a major problem with a radar altimeter is that its beam (or pulse) footprint on the ground could be large, and therefore the nadir altitude cannot be estimated
accurately. To overcome this difficulty, one may use the nadir-looking synthetic aperture radar (SAR) technique to reduce the along-track beam width, while the cross-track ambiguity is
resolved with the interferometry technique. However, the cross-track resolution is still far from satisfactory, because of the limited aperture size of antennas. Therefore, the usual three-antenna array cannot resolve multiple terrain points in a same range bin, effectively. In this paper, we
propose a technique that can increase the cross-track resolution using a large number of antennas, but in a switched fashion, not raising hardware cost.
This week at Oceanology Americas we presented a paper on SLAM and Optimal Sensor Fusion and outlined how we have implemented this within our real-time navigation and 3D reconstruction tool, 3D Recon.
We have just assembled two 4,000m rated 3D Recon systems. One of these systems is currently undergoing pressure cycle testing while the other is undergoing extensive burn-in testing to ensure long term viability.
We expect to have test tank data later in March, so if you'd like to receive some sample data sets please let us know at sales@zupt.com.
I am Mathew K. I am a Planetary Science Assignment Expert at eduassignmenthelp.com. I hold a Masters’s Degree in Planetary Science, The University of Chicago, USA. I have been helping students with their homework for the past 8 years. I solve assignments related to Planetary Sciences.
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You can also call on +1 678 648 4277 for any assistance with Planetary Science Assignments.
Extreme Computing for Extreme Adaptive Optics: The Key to Finding Life Outsid...inside-BigData.com
In this deck from PASC18, Hatem Ltaief from KAUST presents: Extreme Computing for Extreme Adaptive Optics: The Key to Finding Life Outside our Solar System.
"The real-time correction of telescopic images in the search for exoplanets is highly sensitive to atmospheric aberrations. The pseudo-inverse algorithm is an efficient mathematical method to filter out these turbulences. We introduce a new partial singular value decomposition (SVD) algorithm based on QR-based Diagonally Weighted Halley (QDWH) iteration for the pseudo-inverse method of adaptive optics. The QDWH partial SVD algorithm selectively calculates the most significant singular values and their corresponding singular vectors. We develop a high performance implementation and demonstrate the numerical robustness of the QDWH-based partial SVD method. We also perform a benchmarking campaign on various generations of GPU hardware accelerators and compare against the state-of-the-art SVD implementation SGESDD from the MAGMA library. Numerical accuracy and performance results are reported using synthetic and real observational datasets from the Subaru telescope. Our implementation outperforms SGESDD by up to fivefold and fourfold performance speedups on ill-conditioned synthetic matrices and real observational datasets, respectively. The pseudo-inverse simulation code will be deployed on-sky for the Subaru telescope during observation nights scheduled early 2018."
Watch the video: https://wp.me/p3RLHQ-iWN
Learn more: https://pasc18.pasc-conference.org/program/schedule/
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Utilization f LiDAR and IKONOS for Security Hotspot Analysis based on Realism...Beniamino Murgante
Utilization of LiDAR and IKONOS Satellite Data for Security Hotspot Analysis based on Realism of 3D City Model - Mazlan Hashim, Maged Marghany, Mohd Hafiz Anuar and Mohd Rizaludin Mahmud
Institute of Geospatial Science & Technology (INSTEG)
Presenting "Making Use of Reliability Statistics" 6:30pm May 7th at the local IEEE Reliability Society meeting - join us if you can.
In general we need to master the use of statistics to make better decisions. Let the data talk, explore it to learn it's secrets, and conduct experiments with a purpose.
GISCO Fall 2018: Bike Network Equity: A GIS and Qualitative Analysis of Ameri...GIS in the Rockies
The equitable distribution of bike paths ensuring safe cycling are inconsistently planned and evaluated. For residents to fully utilize bikes, it is essential that bike networks equitably serve all urban populations. In the absence of impartial evaluation, the construction of biking infrastructure may continue to perpetuate cycles of disadvantage. By measuring the spatial equity of six urban biking networks using GIS (San Francisco, Chicago, Minneapolis, Madison, Boulder and College Station) and interviewing transportation planners, we demonstrate that equity can play a role in planning. We provide spatial and qualitative analyses revealing varying relationships between urban transport planning and the relative equity of bike networks in major cities.
GISCO Fall 2018: Colorado 811: Changes and Challenges – Brian CollisonGIS in the Rockies
On May 25, Governor Hickenlooper signed Senate Bill 18-167 into law. This bill included the creation of the Underground Damage Prevention Safety Commission, effective August 8, 2018. The ratification of this law has started transitioning tier two members of the Utility Notification Center of Colorado, or Colorado 811, into tier one members. Safety and accuracy are some of the most challenging issues damage prevention professionals face. While the law will improve communication between all parties involved once it’s implemented, damage prevention work will drastically change over the next two years of transition. Join Brian Collison as he gives an overview of the changes, how tier two members can ease their transition to tier one and how this will affect anyone who works within right of ways in the state of Colorado.
GISCO Fall 2018: Senate Bill 18-167 and GIS – Dave MurrayGIS in the Rockies
The recently passed Senate Bill 18-167 has many new provisions that could impact the GIS community and location of in-ground infrastructure. Find out about how this bill might impact your organization.
2018 GIS in the Rockies Vendor Showcase (Th): The Data Driven GovernmentGIS in the Rockies
Today, GIS is not just software. It’s data. It’s people. It’s getting to the answer. Quicker. Data is expanding. More users demand access to information but don’t consume the information in the same way as a GIS professional would. But as curators and managers of geospatial information, GIS professionals are looking to support the entire organizational needs not just those in GIS Departments. The chief information officer is acutely aware of how much geospatial data is being collected; now, how do city and state governments leverage these data for smarter, more effective government services. Here are five pillars of the data-driven government to consider:
1. Extensibility: Whatever the choice, the platform must be customizable for users beyond the GIS department. Knowledge workers need access to geospatial technology too.
2. Usability: GIS is a complex tool. However, today’s desktop platform must be adaptable to many types of workflows.
3. Flexibility: The next generation of geospatial solutions must be ready to support the desktop, cloud, SaaS as well as mobile platforms. GIS must adapt to the user’s preferred IT environment…not the other way around.
4. Compatibility: GIS must work in mixed environments of open source and commercial software and ingest data from myriad sources.
5. Expandability: Can your GIS environment work in the world of big data? Smart cities depend on ingesting sensor data produced at high rates that require geoprocessing on a scale not thought possible until recently.
2018 GIS in the Rockies Vendor Showcase (Th): Solving Real World Issues With ...GIS in the Rockies
With the proliferation of location-aware mobile devices and the emergence of everyday analytics, geospatial technology now spans every market, crosses national boundaries, and affects every trending issue. There is no doubt that cloud-based solutions are increasing in demand, requiring next generation, customizable technology to harness multisource data and transform it into focused solutions to be consumed by users of every level. The M.App Portfolio platform is designed to create smart, lightweight, customized market applications that address unique business and industry problems by combining geospatial analytics with cloud technology, as well as enterprise-level deployment environments. These applications, known as Hexagon Smart M.Apps, link sophisticated analytics and spatial models to geospatially relevant information, conveying data about solutions through intuitive, customizable, interactive and innovative displays. In this presentation, you will see several Smart M.Apps in action to better understand how this platform is changing the way we visualize, interpret, and interact with spatial information. Learn how Hexagon Geospatial has teamed with the World Antiquities Coalition to use Smart M.App technology to track missing and stolen cultural artifacts. See how the Green Space Analyzer provides a new way for decision makers to influence policy. Understand how a Smart M.App helps count endangered species in Africa. See how Smart M.Apps address the problems of refugee camps and can be used in country-wide census. Hexagon Geospatial’s technology provides the ability to address the challenge of linking business information with multisource multi-sensor data, in near real-time to answer questions and make decisions about our dynamically changing Earth.
2018 GIS in the Rockies Vendor Showcase (Th): ERDAS Imagine What's New and Ti...GIS in the Rockies
This presentation will cover the latest release highlights as well as tips and tricks for processing LiDAR data, ERDAS Imagine modeling capabilities and a roadmap for cloud based processing.
The session will highlight exploiting the full spectrum of LiDAR from viewing and measurements to surface and terrain modeling as well as extraction of point clouds from imagery.
In addition we will discuss the migration of our image exploitation capabilities from the desktop to the cloud.
2018 GIS in the Rockies Vendor Showcase (Th): Building High Performance Gover...GIS in the Rockies
With thousands of citizens relying on your city's GIS and related technology, a lot is resting on your shoulders. Your team works day and night to map and maintain millions of dollars in infrastructure assets, plan for the future, and keep your residents safe and informed. But, how do you keep up when budget cuts, disasters, and staff changes are thrown into the mix?
During this session, you’ll learn how to build effective, innovative GIS teams and implement efficient processes. In addition, you’ll uncover the 5 reasons why local government agencies are working to become high performing, plus expert tips to help you get started on your journey today.
As a part of a joint effort between the Town of Silverthorne and the Summit Sky Ranch development, Allpoints GIS and Contour Logic were contracted to provide trail planning services on private and National Forest lands. Several variables presented challenges that required detailed planning work. Lidar data analysis, 3D web scenes, survey data, high resolution web maps, and ArcGIS Collector in the field were all employed in a joint desktop and field GIS effort to create trail plans. I will detail our GIS methods and products from this project from start to finish.
2018 GIS in Recreation: The Latest Trail Technology Crowdsourcing Maps and AppsGIS in the Rockies
Americans are increasingly recognizing the health, quality of life, environmental, and economic benefits that trails and active transportation offer. As a result, now more than ever it’s important to connect people to our trails, improve the planning of new trails, and better understand how visitors use trails.
For this session, we’ll explore what role technology plays in how people engage with trails. How can land managers utilize technology to publish better information to their visitors and also understand who’s engaging with their recreational infrastructure? Learn how to reach and understand new audiences, using everything from apps that get people outdoors to crowdsourced data.
2018 GIS in the Rockies: Riparian Shrub Assessment of the Mancos River Canyon...GIS in the Rockies
The Mancos River is the only perennial stream of Mesa Verde National Park and is a vital water source for flora and fauna. Mapping of the riparian shrubs is an important component to understanding the ecological state of the riparian zone, and will ultimately be used to inform future land management and restoration decisions.
2018 GIS in Development: Partnerships Lead to Additional Recreational Content...GIS in the Rockies
In 2010, the USGS National Geospatial Program (NGP) began producing the new US Topo map series. The first maps were relatively simple, but quality and content have continually improved. Recreational features, especially trails, are among the most often requested features, but have been difficult to add due to lack of national datasets. Some trails in National Forests were added in 2014. In 2015 the USGS partnered with the International Mountain Biking Association (REI-Adventure Projects) to include trails outside of Federal lands. A pilot project with the National Park Service in 2016 added trails, visitor centers, trailheads, and campgrounds to US Topo maps covering the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. 2018 US Topo maps include trails, trailheads, campgrounds, picnic areas, visitor centers, and other recreation information on selected Federal lands, using data provided by the relevant agencies. Continuing into the future, the USGS is working on partnerships with states and other organizations including The National Map Corps to expand recreational features to non-Federal lands. All such data will be in the public domain and published in The National Map geospatial databases.
2018 GIS in Recreation: Adding Value to Colorado the Beautiful Initiative carrGIS in the Rockies
The main point of this abstract is increasing the value of the current Colorado the Beautiful Initiative through additional data points gathered by mapping the trail systems with the use of unmanned aerial systems and 3rd party software to build the additional data points to be included in the current mapped environment.
I have used Unmanned Aerial Systems and 3rd Party Mapping Software Companies (DroneDeploy, Precision Hawk, Pix4D, and DroneMapper) to build sample data to support my work
I have been able to create sample maps, photos, video of certain trail sections to show how additional data sets can be included to increase the value of the initiative for both the public and government sectors
With the data I have collected, I can discuss several points of interest with the conference. I can show how the data can be utilized to benefit the public sector: Safety, knowledge, and planning and the government sector: trail maintenance, anticipating future problems- heavy traffic areas or lost hikers, plant health - fire danger and erosion, and intersection of multiple agency and private land area issues.
The City of Manitou Springs is planning a creek walk along Fountain Creek, an aspirational goal for over two decades. The question is: how to unite a diverse set of stakeholders with competing interests to agree on a preferred route, that incorporates their values and priorities? The answer was to use geodesign.
Geodesign is a powerful participatory planning method that uses stakeholder input and geospatial analytics to show the possible impact of design scenarios. It gets its strength in two ways: 1) from the diversity of participants—proving the adage that two heads are indeed better than one—and 2) from the power of spatial analytics, which allow the visualization of the world both as it is, and as it could be.
The presentation will focus on how geodesign methods where used to define stakeholder groups, clarify values, and prioritize criteria to help decision makers evaluate planning scenarios. Esri ArcGIS Pro was utilized to develop models—such as bikeability, walkability, ADA compliance, and more—that were used to both visualize and evaluate the impacts of each route segment. The spatial analysis resulted in an innovative solution that addressed both the concerns of both government and public stakeholders.
Attendees of this session will learn how to use geodesign as a systems approach for informed decision-making. More importantly, they will learn how to use spatial technology to guide conversations among diverse stakeholders to come up with plans that people understand and are happy with.
2018 GIS in Recreation: Virtually Touring the National TrailsGIS in the Rockies
Terrain360 has been commissioned to create a 360° “streetview” map of the Captain John Smith National Scenic Trail, Huron River Water Trail, Lake Huron, Lake St. Clair, Detroit River and other important waterways in 2018.We will be discussing the technical and mechanical challenges of capturing/managing massive amounts of GIS data and imagery from these projects. We will also discuss dissemination of the data on a forward facing exploration tool.
The Public Land Survey System (PLSS), which is the basis of land surveying in the western United States will be presented and will include how the system was developed, why it is important to the public, surveying and GIS communities and the appropriate use of the system in order to describe parcels of land. The attendees will lean the basics of the system from the founding fathers to requirements of the State of Colorado regarding the PLSS.
2018 GIS in the Rockies PLSC Track: Grid to Ground NATRF2022GIS in the Rockies
Here at altitude, if distances between points matter to you, correctly scaling your coordinates to ground is necessary. This presentation will address the modification of common map projections, how to compute and apply a combined adjusted scale factor, and an introduction to the North American Terrestrial Reference Frame of 2022, replacing NAD83 and NAVD88. Are you ready?
2018 GIS in Development: USGS and Citizen Science Success and Enhancements fo...GIS in the Rockies
The National Map Corps (TNMCorps) is a U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) citizen science project that uses crowdsourcing techniques to update structures data for The National Map and U.S. Topo maps. Using an online mapping application, volunteers confirm or update structures such as hospitals, cemeteries, post offices, schools, law enforcement, and fire stations.
Since its initiation in 2010 and nation-wide expansion in 2013, TNMCorps has evolved to become a stable and productive citizen science project. A new and internally-developed web application was launched in 2016. TNMCorps has also broadened the variety of approaches used to engage with volunteers. As a testimony to its success, TNMCorps recently passed a major milestone, with volunteers having collected more than 300,000 points. This presentation will provide an overview of the TNMCorps project as a whole while briefing audience members on milestones and enhancements.
UiPath Test Automation using UiPath Test Suite series, part 4DianaGray10
Welcome to UiPath Test Automation using UiPath Test Suite series part 4. In this session, we will cover Test Manager overview along with SAP heatmap.
The UiPath Test Manager overview with SAP heatmap webinar offers a concise yet comprehensive exploration of the role of a Test Manager within SAP environments, coupled with the utilization of heatmaps for effective testing strategies.
Participants will gain insights into the responsibilities, challenges, and best practices associated with test management in SAP projects. Additionally, the webinar delves into the significance of heatmaps as a visual aid for identifying testing priorities, areas of risk, and resource allocation within SAP landscapes. Through this session, attendees can expect to enhance their understanding of test management principles while learning practical approaches to optimize testing processes in SAP environments using heatmap visualization techniques
What will you get from this session?
1. Insights into SAP testing best practices
2. Heatmap utilization for testing
3. Optimization of testing processes
4. Demo
Topics covered:
Execution from the test manager
Orchestrator execution result
Defect reporting
SAP heatmap example with demo
Speaker:
Deepak Rai, Automation Practice Lead, Boundaryless Group and UiPath MVP
PHP Frameworks: I want to break free (IPC Berlin 2024)Ralf Eggert
In this presentation, we examine the challenges and limitations of relying too heavily on PHP frameworks in web development. We discuss the history of PHP and its frameworks to understand how this dependence has evolved. The focus will be on providing concrete tips and strategies to reduce reliance on these frameworks, based on real-world examples and practical considerations. The goal is to equip developers with the skills and knowledge to create more flexible and future-proof web applications. We'll explore the importance of maintaining autonomy in a rapidly changing tech landscape and how to make informed decisions in PHP development.
This talk is aimed at encouraging a more independent approach to using PHP frameworks, moving towards a more flexible and future-proof approach to PHP development.
Dr. Sean Tan, Head of Data Science, Changi Airport Group
Discover how Changi Airport Group (CAG) leverages graph technologies and generative AI to revolutionize their search capabilities. This session delves into the unique search needs of CAG’s diverse passengers and customers, showcasing how graph data structures enhance the accuracy and relevance of AI-generated search results, mitigating the risk of “hallucinations” and improving the overall customer journey.
Unlocking Productivity: Leveraging the Potential of Copilot in Microsoft 365, a presentation by Christoforos Vlachos, Senior Solutions Manager – Modern Workplace, Uni Systems
The Art of the Pitch: WordPress Relationships and SalesLaura Byrne
Clients don’t know what they don’t know. What web solutions are right for them? How does WordPress come into the picture? How do you make sure you understand scope and timeline? What do you do if sometime changes?
All these questions and more will be explored as we talk about matching clients’ needs with what your agency offers without pulling teeth or pulling your hair out. Practical tips, and strategies for successful relationship building that leads to closing the deal.
A tale of scale & speed: How the US Navy is enabling software delivery from l...sonjaschweigert1
Rapid and secure feature delivery is a goal across every application team and every branch of the DoD. The Navy’s DevSecOps platform, Party Barge, has achieved:
- Reduction in onboarding time from 5 weeks to 1 day
- Improved developer experience and productivity through actionable findings and reduction of false positives
- Maintenance of superior security standards and inherent policy enforcement with Authorization to Operate (ATO)
Development teams can ship efficiently and ensure applications are cyber ready for Navy Authorizing Officials (AOs). In this webinar, Sigma Defense and Anchore will give attendees a look behind the scenes and demo secure pipeline automation and security artifacts that speed up application ATO and time to production.
We will cover:
- How to remove silos in DevSecOps
- How to build efficient development pipeline roles and component templates
- How to deliver security artifacts that matter for ATO’s (SBOMs, vulnerability reports, and policy evidence)
- How to streamline operations with automated policy checks on container images
UiPath Test Automation using UiPath Test Suite series, part 5DianaGray10
Welcome to UiPath Test Automation using UiPath Test Suite series part 5. In this session, we will cover CI/CD with devops.
Topics covered:
CI/CD with in UiPath
End-to-end overview of CI/CD pipeline with Azure devops
Speaker:
Lyndsey Byblow, Test Suite Sales Engineer @ UiPath, Inc.
Elevating Tactical DDD Patterns Through Object CalisthenicsDorra BARTAGUIZ
After immersing yourself in the blue book and its red counterpart, attending DDD-focused conferences, and applying tactical patterns, you're left with a crucial question: How do I ensure my design is effective? Tactical patterns within Domain-Driven Design (DDD) serve as guiding principles for creating clear and manageable domain models. However, achieving success with these patterns requires additional guidance. Interestingly, we've observed that a set of constraints initially designed for training purposes remarkably aligns with effective pattern implementation, offering a more ‘mechanical’ approach. Let's explore together how Object Calisthenics can elevate the design of your tactical DDD patterns, offering concrete help for those venturing into DDD for the first time!
Epistemic Interaction - tuning interfaces to provide information for AI supportAlan Dix
Paper presented at SYNERGY workshop at AVI 2024, Genoa, Italy. 3rd June 2024
https://alandix.com/academic/papers/synergy2024-epistemic/
As machine learning integrates deeper into human-computer interactions, the concept of epistemic interaction emerges, aiming to refine these interactions to enhance system adaptability. This approach encourages minor, intentional adjustments in user behaviour to enrich the data available for system learning. This paper introduces epistemic interaction within the context of human-system communication, illustrating how deliberate interaction design can improve system understanding and adaptation. Through concrete examples, we demonstrate the potential of epistemic interaction to significantly advance human-computer interaction by leveraging intuitive human communication strategies to inform system design and functionality, offering a novel pathway for enriching user-system engagements.
GraphSummit Singapore | The Future of Agility: Supercharging Digital Transfor...Neo4j
Leonard Jayamohan, Partner & Generative AI Lead, Deloitte
This keynote will reveal how Deloitte leverages Neo4j’s graph power for groundbreaking digital twin solutions, achieving a staggering 100x performance boost. Discover the essential role knowledge graphs play in successful generative AI implementations. Plus, get an exclusive look at an innovative Neo4j + Generative AI solution Deloitte is developing in-house.
LF Energy Webinar: Electrical Grid Modelling and Simulation Through PowSyBl -...DanBrown980551
Do you want to learn how to model and simulate an electrical network from scratch in under an hour?
Then welcome to this PowSyBl workshop, hosted by Rte, the French Transmission System Operator (TSO)!
During the webinar, you will discover the PowSyBl ecosystem as well as handle and study an electrical network through an interactive Python notebook.
PowSyBl is an open source project hosted by LF Energy, which offers a comprehensive set of features for electrical grid modelling and simulation. Among other advanced features, PowSyBl provides:
- A fully editable and extendable library for grid component modelling;
- Visualization tools to display your network;
- Grid simulation tools, such as power flows, security analyses (with or without remedial actions) and sensitivity analyses;
The framework is mostly written in Java, with a Python binding so that Python developers can access PowSyBl functionalities as well.
What you will learn during the webinar:
- For beginners: discover PowSyBl's functionalities through a quick general presentation and the notebook, without needing any expert coding skills;
- For advanced developers: master the skills to efficiently apply PowSyBl functionalities to your real-world scenarios.
Essentials of Automations: The Art of Triggers and Actions in FMESafe Software
In this second installment of our Essentials of Automations webinar series, we’ll explore the landscape of triggers and actions, guiding you through the nuances of authoring and adapting workspaces for seamless automations. Gain an understanding of the full spectrum of triggers and actions available in FME, empowering you to enhance your workspaces for efficient automation.
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Free Complete Python - A step towards Data Science
2018 GIS in Development: Grass GIS Striking Terrain Visualizations in the Rockies
1. GRASS GIS: Striking Terrain Visualizations in the Rockies
An r.skyview tour: Ft. Collins, CO to Las Cruces, NM
Robert S. Dzur
rdzur@bhinc.com
GRASS GIS: Striking Terrain Visualizations in the Rockies Slide # 1
September 19-20, 2018
Hilton Denver Inverness, Denver, Colorado
2. Overview
Sky View Factor (SVF)
Definition / Background01
GRASS GIS Implementation
GRASS GIS in general; r.skyview extension
by Anna Petrasova, NCSU OSGeoREL
02
Applications - Outlook
Visualization on other LiDAR datasets;
potential use cases
04
Parameter Testing & Performance
Case study analysis of four (4) 3.75-minute
USGS Quarter Quadrangles
03
Overview Slide # 2
0°
45°315°
3. Sky view factor | n. A model of terrain visualization that uses an input
digital elevation model (DEM) to calculate the degree to which each
grid cell location is visible to the sky. [3]
The resulting calculations are used to shade and simulate multi-
directional diffuse illumination over the surface model. [2]
Sky View Factor (SVF)
Sky View Factor (SVF)
[1] B. Stular, Z. Kokalj, K. Ostir and L. Nuninger, "Visualization of lidar-derived
relief models for detection of archaeological features," Journal of
Archaeological Science, vol. 39, pp. 3354-3360, 2012.
[2] K. Zakšek, K. Oštir and Z. Kokalj, "Sky-View Factor as a Relief
Visualization Technique," Remote Sensing, vol. 3, pp. 398-415, 2011.
[3] Z. Kokalj, K. Zaksek and K. Ostir, "Application of sky-view factor for the
visualisation of historic landscape features in lidar-derived relief models,"
Antiquity, p. 263–273, March 2011.
[4] P. J. Kennelly and A. J. Stewart, "A Uniform Sky Illumination Model to
Enhance Shading of Terrain and Urban Areas," Cartography and
Geographic Information Science, vol. 33, no. 1, pp. 21-36, January 2006.
Horsetooth Reservoir SW
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4. Number of Directions:
Visualization: At least 8 directions and more than 32 search directions
bring no noticeable improvement. [2]
Maximum Search Radius:
Visualization: Consider the objective of the visualization & the size of
the objects of interest - between between 10 and 30 pixels good for
general purpose - greater than 50 pixels adds significant
computational expense. [2]
Data Set Size & Spatial Resolution:
Visualization: size of the dataset is currently the limiting factor [2]
SVF Considerations
SVF Considerations
Fort Collins NW
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7. Number of Directions:
Test: How do the visualizations vary between 8 & 32 direction -
incremented by 4?
Maximum Search Radius:
Test: What is the trade off in time running the visualizations with an
unconstrained horizon versus a maximum distance of 10 pixels (px)?
Data Set Size & Spatial Resolution:
Test: How do these factors vary on datasets comprised of a USGS 3.75
minute quarter quadrangle (QQ ~ 15 square miles) with varying
resolution QL2 LiDAR based DEMs and DSMs?
Colorado - 0.75 m (2.46 ft) resolution
New Mexico - 2.0 ft (0.61 m) resolution
Parameters & Performance
Parameters & Performance
Santa Fe SE
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8. Number of Directions
Number of Directions
Tortugas Mountain SE
8
12
16
20
24
28
32
8 12 16 20 24 28 32
ndir
count
Seven (7) SVF / test
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
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14. Santa Fe SE, New Mexico
35:37:30N
105:52:30W
Elevation (feet)
Santa Fe SE 3.75 Minute Quarter Quadrangle LiDAR DEM − 2.0 usft x=9404 y=11488 cells=108033152
0 1
miles7000 7200 7400 7600 7800 8000 8200 8400 8600 8800 9000
Traditional Terrain & Sky View Factor Visualization
35:37:30N
105:52:30W
Illumination
Santa Fe SE 3.75 Minute Quarter Quadrangle Shaded Relief − altitude=45 azimuth=315
0 1
miles0.0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1.0
35:37:30N
105:52:30W
Illumination
Santa Fe SE 3.75 Minute Quarter Quadrangle Sky View Factor − ndir=8 maxdist=
0 1
miles0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1.0
35:37:30N
105:52:30W
Slope (degrees)
Santa Fe SE 3.75 Minute Quarter Quadrangle Slope
0 1
miles0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90
Santa Fe SE, New Mexico Slide # 14
35:37:30N
105:52:30W
Santa Fe SE 3.75 Minute Quarter Quadrangle Sky View Factor Color − ndir=8 maxdist=
0 1
miles
Shaded ReliefDigital Elevation Model Slope Shading Sky View Factor Sky View Factor Color
Pseudo Color Table Single Point Illumination
Directional Diffuse
Illumination
Directional Diffuse
Illumination
+
Pseudo Color Table
Vertical Illumination
15. Tortugas Mountain SE, New Mexico
32:15N
106:37:30W
Elevation (feet)
Tortugas Mountain SE 3.75 Minute Quarter Quadrangle LiDAR DEM − 2.0 usft x=9781 y=11486 cells=112344566
0 1
miles4200 4300 4400 4500 4600 4700 4800 4900
Traditional Terrain & Sky View Factor Visualization
32:15N
106:37:30W
Illumination
Tortugas Mountain SE 3.75 Minute Quarter Quadrangle Shaded Relief − altitude=45 azimuth=315
0 1
miles0.0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1.0
32:15N
106:37:30W
Illumination
Tortugas Mountain SE 3.75 Minute Quarter Quadrangle Sky View Factor − ndir=8 maxdist=20
0 1
miles0.35 0.40 0.45 0.50 0.55 0.60 0.65 0.70 0.75 0.80 0.85 0.90 0.95
32:15N
106:37:30W
Slope (degrees)
Tortugas Mountain SE 3.75 Minute Quarter Quadrangle Slope
0 1
miles10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90
Tortugas Mountain SE, New Mexico Slide # 15
32:15N
106:37:30W
Tortugas Mountain SE 3.75 Minute Quarter Quadrangle Sky View Factor Color − ndir=8 maxdist=20
0 1
miles
Shaded ReliefDigital Elevation Model Slope Shading Sky View Factor Sky View Factor Color
Pseudo Color Table Single Point Illumination
Directional Diffuse
Illumination
Directional Diffuse
Illumination
+
Pseudo Color Table
Vertical Illumination
16. Animation - Horsetooth Reservoir SW - USNG 13T DE 8286 Slide # 16
Animation - Number of Directions 8-32 ; DEM (maxdist={}) ; DEM (10px) ; First Return DSM (10px) ; Last Return DSM (10px)
17. Animation - Fort Collins NW - USNG 13T DE 9291 Slide # 17
Animation - Number of Directions 8-32 ; DEM (maxdist={}) ; DEM (10px) ; First Return DSM (10px) ; Last Return DSM (10px)
18. Animation - Santa Fe SE - USNG 13S DV 1747 Slide # 18
Animation - Number of Directions 8-32 ; DEM (maxdist={}) ; DEM (10px) ; First Return DSM (10px) ; Last Return DSM (10px)
19. Animation - Tortugas Mountain SE - 13S CR 4274 Slide # 19
Animation - Number of Directions 8-32 ; DEM (maxdist={}) ; DEM (10px) ; First Return DSM (10px) ; Last Return DSM (10px)
21. Source Input:
Additional point cloud datasets from Mobil LiDAR and
Photogrammetry may offer unique application opportunities.
Applications & Outlook
Applications & Outlook
DSM:
Offers visualization for additional features of interest (e.g.
infrastructure, archeological, planning, energy).
Guard rail
Edge of pavement
Delineator
Car CDOT I-70 West
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22. Number of Directions (ndir):
DEM in the test case, changes appear minimal after 12 directions.
DSM in the test case, influence of directionality at lower number of
directions with elevated features represented by cross or star like
elements — a characteristic which is reduced with an increased number
of directions.
GRASS Default recommendation of 16 appears reasonable, depending
upon 1) feature application in question, 2) dataset size and 3) user
requirements for speed (as influenced by size, ndir & maxdistance).
Maximum Distance / Search Radius (maxdistance):
Unconstrained search exhibits influence of major terrain features and
may mask minor or subtle terrain features + high computational cost.
10 px search highlights localized terrain features with significant detail
in fine scale features such as drainage + faster processing speeds.
Findings
Findings
Horsetooth Reservoir SW
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23. Software
GRASS Development Team, 2018. Geographic Resources Analysis
Support System (GRASS) Software, Version 7.4. Open Source Geospatial
Foundation. https://grass.osgeo.org
Michael Barton, PhD. - GRASS Macintosh Binaries http://grassmac.wikidot.com/
Anna Petrasova, NCSU - GRASS r.skyview https://github.com/petrasovaa
Data
US Geological Survey - The National Map - https://nationalmap.gov/3DEP/
• Brittany Roche, Cartographer
Santa Fe County GIS - https://www.santafecountynm.gov/growth_management/gis
• Erle Wright, GISP, GIS Manager
Dona Ana County Flood Commission - https://donaanacounty.org/flood
• John Gwynne, P.E., CFM, Director
Colorado Department of Transportation - https://www.codot.gov/
•Roberto Avila, Ph.D., GIS Applications & Data Services Unit Manager
Acknowledgments
Acknowledgments
Fort Collins NW
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