Breaking global blade inspection records and amassing critical wind turbine insights and data

ANN ARBOR, Mich., Sept. 21, 2018 — (PRNewswire) — SkySpecs, the award-winning provider of robotic solutions for the wind energy industry, today announces that they've officially inspected and analyzed over 33,000 wind turbine blades with their fully automated drone solution. The company's onshore and offshore inspections span the globe, and their newly-released software solution, Horizon,^[1] enables customers to analyze inspection data and manage their fleet maintenance.

"Because our inspection process is extremely measurable and repeatable, SkySpecs is able to observe the same damages and draw correlations from year to year. We're able to tell you whether damage has changed in size or if severity has gotten worse, and whether repair has become more urgent. We're starting to see owners use this data to develop more predictive repair strategies," said SkySpecs CTO Tom Brady.

SkySpecs reached several milestones in 2018:...

• Operational in 6 countries and 3 continents, onshore and offshore
• 225 unique wind farms inspected over the last 18 months
• Reached a record of 1,500 towers - 4,500 blades -

At SPI, Company Will Launch First Drone and Data Modelling Service Designed Exclusively for the Solar Industry

ANAHEIM, Calif. — (BUSINESS WIRE) — September 21, 2018 — Precision XYZ, the only drone service provider focused exclusively on the solar sector, will formally launch and demo next week at Solar Power International (SPI). Former SunEdison executive Mark Culpepper and current Managing Partner will also present on IOT and mapping at the leading solar conference from September 24-27 in Anaheim, Calif.

Almost two years in development, Precision XYZ combines drone-secured data with financial modeling and software engineering, to help developers, EPC firms, asset owners and O&M companies to drive project velocity, improve project build quality, and increase power plant yields. With Air-2-Ground, their SaaS application that’s included as standard in all services, customers benefit from accurate, efficient and fast data services.

“With over 1.2GW of completed projects under our belt, we know how to work with the solar industry,” said Mark Culpepper, Founder and Managing Partner of Precision XYZ. “Leveraging our solar, aviation and tech expertise combined with practical field knowledge, our Air-2-Ground application is specifically designed to ensure that our clients services are delivered quickly, accurately and efficiently.”

“Precision XYZ gives us...

Complete and Accurate U.S. Census is the Goal for 2020

While it’s still early for most of us to be thinking about the 2020 Census, it is not too early for the U.S. Census and most technology providers of Census software to be considering how to prepare.

Michael Ratcliffe, Asst. Division Chief, Geographic Standards, Criteria, Research, and Quality, Geography Division, US Census Bureau, spoke with GISCafe Voice about what the 2020 Census requires, and the Local Update of Census Addresses (LUCA).

With regard to the 2020 Census, an accurate address file for each state is essential, otherwise each state could lose millions of dollars in federal funding. It can also affect state budget obviously, and number of seats in Congress (determined by count).

What are ways the Census can ensure everyone gets counted in 2020?...

• Our goal is a complete and accurate census.
• An accurate count helps determine how the nation allocates tax dollars to pay for services used by the entire local population — citizens and noncitizens alike and accurate data are crucial for determining how many congressional seats each state gets.
• We need communities to help us spread the word that all census responses

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — (BUSINESS WIRE) — September 18, 2018 — Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT^[1]) will release its third quarter 2018 financial results on Thursday morning, October 18, 2018.

Textron will also host a conference call at 8:00 a.m. (Eastern) to discuss the results and the company’s outlook. The call will be available via webcast at www.textron.com^[2] or by direct dial at (800) 230-1951 in the U.S. or (612) 288-0340 outside of the U.S. (request the Textron Earnings Call).

In addition, the call will be recorded and available for playback beginning at 10:30 a.m. (Eastern) on Thursday, October 18, 2018 by dialing (320) 365-3844; Access Code: 431862.

About Textron Inc.

Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, Hawker, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, Textron Off Road, Arctic Cat, Textron Systems, and TRU Simulation + Training. For more information visit: www.textron.com^[3].

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SUN PRAIRIE, Wis., Sept. 20, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Continental Mapping Consultants, Inc. is pleased to announce their newly formed Board of Advisors. Creation of the Board is precipitated by Continental Mapping's maximization of growth opportunities throughout the organization. The Board is assembled of an esteemed group of proven, dedicated professionals whose counsel will guide Continental Mapping to help enhance decision making globally.

Continental Mapping President Andy Dougherty adds, "Our successful execution of growth strategy has led us to the next step for continued growth. Adding our new Board of Advisors will enable Continental Mapping's ownership and leadership team to move out smartly and enable increased growth and execution of our plan. I am so pleased our ownership has formed such a strong and knowledgeable Board of Advisors."

Susan Chodakewitz brings to the Board an extensive history as a senior executive, whose strategic leadership has brought success to expanding organizations. Ms. Chodakewitz was recently named as a "Top 20 Global Women of Excellence" by Chicago's 7th Congressional District. She currently serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of Nathan Associates, Inc.

Dr. J. Greg Hanson has over 30 years of leadership experience throughout various Federal and civilian markets, as...

The wettest U.S. hurricane in recorded history occurred when Hurricane Harvey arrived in Texas in August of 2017.  Over five feet (1.5 meters) of water was released over southeast Texas by the storm.  NASA scientists wanted to learn where water from Hurricane Harvey collected over the region and how long [...]

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The NASA cholera forecasting tool effectively takes satellite observations on environmental conditions and combines the data with information on infrastructure and conditions in a country.

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ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 20, 2018 — (PRNewswire) —  Hoverfly Technologies Inc., America's leading tether-powered drone (UAS) manufacturer is debuting LIVESKY SENTRY to commercial security practitioners and end users attending the GSX conference in Las Vegas.

Hoverfly will unveil its high-tech enterprise level solution called LIVESKY SENTRY. The new model showcases how drones will be used as a force multiplier to augment labor costs by allowing control of multiple tethered drones from a single security operations center. 

"We listened to the voice of the customer and designed a true enterprise level solution. Our system can remotely control multiple drones from any security operations center using simple to operate cloud-based software. This makes SENTRY a cost-effective autonomous patrol drone as it hovers high above the scene providing actionable intelligence below and expanding the outer layer of security" says Senior Vice President of System Solutions, Lew Pincus.

The LIVESKY SENTRY configured with Hoverfly's new SkyBox and cloud-based remote operating software comes in three design configurations to meet most outdoor security requirements. SkyBox can be mounted on rooftops, in the back of pick-up trucks or unmounted using the tether kit as its landing nest. The SENTRY enterprise system can be programmed to simultaneously control multiple drones in any number of locations with the click of a mouse.

LIVESKY SENTRY is designed to meet IP-54...