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Baddest Elves of History - Gladys West
Gladys West's pioneering work on the mathematical modeling of the Earth's shape and satellite data analysis significantly enhanced GPS technology, enabling precise geospatial applications across various industries, and her legacy continues to influence modern tools like the Bad Elf Flex and inspire the geospatial community.
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Understanding the Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI)
The article explains the Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI), highlighting its utility in assessing plant health through NIR and red light measurements from drones equipped with NIR cameras and GPS technologies like the Bad Elf Flex, which ensure precise mapping of vegetation data crucial for agricultural optimization and environmental monitoring. -
Digital Twinning with the Bad Elf Flex and PIX4Dcatch
The use of the Bad Elf Flex Extreme and PIX4Dcatch enhances a development project by employing digital twin technology and advanced GIS and CAD integrations for precise mapping, real-time construction monitoring, and efficient project management through innovative surveying and digital delivery methods. -
Roger Tomlinson: The Father of GIS
Roger Tomlinson, known as the father of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), revolutionized the way we understand and interact with spatial data. Born in Cambridge, England, in 1933, Tomlinson pursued geography and earned degrees from multiple institutions, including Nottingham University, McGill University, and the University of London. His academic focus was primarily on geography, geology, and land use, which laid the foundation for his groundbreaking work. -
The Flexibility of Bad Elf’s RTN Webmap and RTK Corrections
Bad Elf’s RTN Webmap is revolutionizing how professionals use real-time kinematic (RTK) corrections with GNSS systems like the Bad Elf Flex, bringing unparalleled precision to land surveying, mapping, and geospatial work across the United States. Here’s how it works and why this tool is crucial for your fieldwork. -
The Baddest Elves in History: Edward C Tolman
Today, GIS works like our brain's mental maps. Just as rats navigate mazes, GIS tools help us interpret spatial data, driving smarter decisions in urban planning, ecology, and economics. Understanding how we map environments leads to designing better communities and solving modern challenges. -
Bad Elf Flex App and Firmware Updates
We're excited to announce the Bad Elf Flex utility app version 1.3.4, now available on the Apple App Store and Google Play. This update offers important bug fixes and new features for both iOS and Android, including improved data collection checklists, a URL-based method for loading settings, and control over GPX export formats. Android users gain mock location support, enhanced NTRIP and RTK corrections, and tools for survey-grade accuracy. Firmware updates for Flex and Flex Mini also improve Bluetooth connectivity and support RTCM corrections via USB.
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Esri User Conference - 2024
Bad Elf made a big splash at the Esri User Conference 2024, showcasing high-accuracy GPS solutions like the Bad Elf Flex and Flex Mini. The Flex delivers centimeter-level precision with RTK support and multi-band GNSS capabilities, while the Flex Mini offers sub-meter accuracy, perfect for mobile GIS applications. The team enjoyed meeting customers, taking Bad Elfies, and discussing innovative geospatial solutions. Inspired by the plenary session, Bad Elf is excited for the future of GIS. Check out our products and more on the Bad Elf website and webstore. -
Dangling Nodes Say What!?
Understanding topology in geography is crucial for ensuring accurate spatial relationships between features, preventing common errors like dangling nodes, overlapping polygons, and misaligned boundaries. By fixing these errors, we create reliable maps that enhance navigation, planning, and data analysis, making geographic data more effective and trustworthy.
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The Epic Tale of the Tribrachasaur
In ancient times, the legendary Tribrachasaur roamed the land, embodying the precision and stability of a modern tribrach used by land surveyors. With its three mighty legs ensuring perfect balance and eyes capable of capturing every detail, it helped tribes map their territories with unparalleled accuracy. Today, surveyors honor the Tribrachasaur's legacy by striving for the highest standards of precision and integrity in their craft.
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Safety is No Elf’ing Accident
Workplace safety remains a critical concern, with alarming statistics highlighting the risks. In 2020, the U.S. saw 4,764 fatal work injuries and 2.7 million nonfatal injuries, costing businesses over $171 billion annually. The construction industry, despite employing only 6% of workers, accounted for 20% of fatalities, while young workers and those in manufacturing face higher injury rates. Proper safety training could prevent many of these incidents, emphasizing the need for robust safety protocols and training programs.
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Work Smarter, Not Harder
Esri Workforce is an effective tool for managing field operations in facility management, optimizing task assignments, and enhancing communication. It integrates seamlessly with other Esri apps and high-accuracy GPS devices like Bad Elf GNSS receivers, ensuring precise data for critical tasks. Despite some costs and connectivity dependencies, its real-time updates and user-friendly interface make it a top choice for improving efficiency and coordination.
