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Handheld LiDAR SLAM Guidance: From First Scan to Professional Deliverable
A free, 55-page, vendor-neutral field guide for handheld SLAM operators—from initialization and loop closure to RTK, ground control, field QA, processing, and final deliverables.
Fixed Solution, Wrong Coordinates? Understanding VRS and Solving Common CORS Problems
If you've been doing RTK surveying for a while, you've probably run into this before: your CORS account hasn't expired and your network is fine, but you just can't get a fixed solution; or everything worked perfectly yesterday, but today when you power on, your coordinates are off by over 10 centimeters; or you're sure you've set the correct coordinate system, but the points you're measuring are still wrong. Behind all these "mysterious" problems, there's actually a clear logic to follow. This article explains the three most common CORS problems: can't connect, cannot get fixed, and fixed but wrong coordinates, along with a practical troubleshooting workflow for each:can't connect, cannot get fixed, or gets fixed but coordinates are wrong, how to troubleshoot them step by step, and what tools can save you time and effort.
Jul 14, 2026
Simplifying UAV RTK Workflows with Local Network Positioning LUKA-TAP and DJI Matrice 4E Field Test in Indonesia
UAV surveying and mapping continues to grow rapidly, driven by the need for higher efficiency and faster access to accurate spatial data. Most UAV missions today rely on PPK workflows, while some projects use network-based RTK services when connectivity a
Jan 26, 2026
The World's First PPP UAV LiDAR | How Tersus TAP is Revolutionizing Airborne LiDAR Mapping
For decades, high-precision aerial surveying has been tethered to the ground. To achieve the centimeter-level accuracy required for professional deliverables, surveyors have had two choices: set up a local RTK base station or connect to a Network RTK (CORS) service.
Jan 13, 2026
TersusGNSS MVP S1 Handheld SLAM Laser Scanner: Efficiently Addressing Data Collection in Complex Forested Areas
Lightweight & Handheld | No Control Points Required | Strong Environmental Adaptability | High-Precision Point Cloud
Jan 9, 2026
Beyond the Spec Sheet: What Truly Defines LiDAR Data Quality?
Why two LiDAR datasets of the same site can look worlds apart, and how to control the variables that matter.
Oct 24, 2025
Precision Positioning: Seamless Conversion from TAP to Local Coordinates
The Earth's surface is not static, constantly shifting due to plate tectonics and crustal deformation. This continuous motion necessitates the use of dynamic global reference frames, such as the International Terrestrial Reference Frame (ITRF).
Aug 29, 2025
Key Antenna Characteristics for Enhancing PPP Performance
Precise Point Positioning (PPP) technology has been widely used in surveying, navigation, precision agriculture, and other fields due to its high accuracy and global coverage. However, to fully realize the potential of PPP, choosing the right antenna is c
Aug 7, 2025
Ever Wonder How LiDAR Sees Through Forests? Let's Talk Tersus MVP 400!
Can your LiDAR see through buildings?" This is one of the most common questions we get! And trust me, it's a great question, but also one of the biggest misconceptions about LiDAR. So, let's clear it up in a friendly chat!
Jul 25, 2025