Pixels and Points

SimActive

Pixels and Points is an original podcast produced by SimActive. Through the different episodes, discover the world of photogrammetry and mapping from drones, aircrafts and satellites. To learn more about SimActive, visit our website www.simactive.com and follow us on our social media. Enjoy the show!

  1. Episode #51 Are Rapid Orthos Becoming the New Standard?

    18 jun

    Episode #51 Are Rapid Orthos Becoming the New Standard?

    Hosted by Michael O'Sullivan, VP Sales at SimActive with guest Erik Birzulis, Managing Director at Landair Surveys. Rapid orthomosaic generation is transforming the way time-sensitive aerial mapping projects are delivered. From defense to environmental monitoring, organizations increasingly require fast and accurate geospatial outputs to support operational decision-making. Join our guest Erik Birzulis from Landair Surveys as he discusses how aerial imagery and Correlator3D are used to rapidly process planned burns mapping projects across Australia. Learn how high-speed photogrammetric workflows help generate actionable orthomosaics for wildfire prevention and land management operations. Listeners will learn about: • Planning aerial acquisition for rapid ortho production • Generating orthomosaics under tight operational timelines • Delivering accurate outputs for operational planning and analysis • Integrating rapid ortho workflows into real-world mapping operations

    33 min
  2. Episode #50 Mapping Remote Environments: How Do You Get It Right?

    26 may

    Episode #50 Mapping Remote Environments: How Do You Get It Right?

    Hosted by Michael O'Sullivan, VP Sales at SimActive with guest: Don Cummins, President of Air Data Solutions (ADS) Mapping remote and environmentally sensitive locations presents unique operational and technical challenges: from mission planning and airspace coordination to capturing high resolution imagery in difficult terrain. Join Don Cummins of Air Data Solutions (ADS) as he explains how aerial surveys of Kaula Island in Hawaii were conducted to support U.S. Navy environmental monitoring, using advanced sensors and photogrammetric processing with Correlator3D. Listeners will learn about: • Planning aerial missions in remote and restricted airspace • Capturing high resolution imagery for wildlife monitoring • Managing complex aerial operations and sensor systems • Processing large datasets to generate accurate environmental insights

    32 min
  3. Episode #49 Gaussian Splatting: Is It Worth the Hype?

    21 abr

    Episode #49 Gaussian Splatting: Is It Worth the Hype?

    Hosted by Michael O'Sullivan, VP Sales, SimActive with guest: David Alamillo, Photogrammetry Specialist at SimActive. Gaussian splatting is the new buzzword everyone is discussing in photogrammetry and mapping. It enables photorealistic 3D views with exceptional detail and smooth rendering. During this podcast episode, our photogrammetry specialist, David Alamillo, demonstrates the new Correlator3D version 11 that introduces tools for generating, visualizing, editing and sharing Gaussian splats. He also explain how to collect suitable data for high-quality results and explore practical applications in mapping projects. Listeners will learn about: • Planning data acquisition for optimal splats • Generating splats with new Correlator3D version 11 • Visualizing, editing and sharing splats • Exploring applications and real-world use cases

    35 min
  4. Episode #48 Mapping Critical Infrastructure: How Do You Ensure Accuracy?

    25 mar

    Episode #48 Mapping Critical Infrastructure: How Do You Ensure Accuracy?

    Hosted by Michael O'Sullivan, VP Sales, SimActive with guest: Veronica Fortin, Geospatial Team Lead at Flyscan Systems Inc. Mapping critical infrastructure such as pipelines presents unique challenges where accuracy, consistency and efficiency are essential for informed decision-making. Join our guest Veronica Fortin, Geospatial Team Lead at Flyscan Systems Inc., as she shares practical strategies for delivering reliable mapping results in these demanding linear infrastructure settings. Discover how advanced photogrammetry workflows can be cross-checked against public lidar datasets to validate elevation accuracy and support streamlined project execution. Listeners will learn about: • Designing efficient acquisition strategies for corridor environments • Best practices for mapping linear and critical infrastructure • Validating elevation accuracy with public lidar datasets • Ensuring consistent quality for planning and analysis

    30 min
  5. Episode #47 Large-Scale Aerial Mapping: How Do You Make It Work?

    27 feb

    Episode #47 Large-Scale Aerial Mapping: How Do You Make It Work?

    Hosted by Michael O'Sullivan, VP Sales, SimActive with guest: Mohsen Miri, Director of Global Strategic Partnerships at Phase One Mapping large areas from the air presents unique challenges from sensor selection to mission planning and managing massive volumes of data. Join Dr. Mohsen Miri, Director of Global Strategic Partnerships at Phase One, as he shares practical strategies for successfully executing large scale aerial mapping projects. Listen to this podcast session and gain real world insight into optimizing acquisition and processing workflows to ensure efficiency, accuracy and high-quality results at scale. Specifically listeners will learn the following: • Choosing optimal sensors & settings for large areas • Planning efficient missions for wide coverage • Managing data volume and quality at scale • Building processing workflows for massive datasets

    55 min
  6. Episode #46 Scaling Photogrammetry in the Cloud With Distributed Processing: Is It the Future?

    2 feb

    Episode #46 Scaling Photogrammetry in the Cloud With Distributed Processing: Is It the Future?

    Hosted by Michael O'Sullivan, VP Sales, SimActive with guest: Vivian Raiborde, Senior Sales Advisor at SimActive As photogrammetry projects scale up, combining cloud computing and distributed processing with Correlator3D enables large datasets to be handled efficiently without heavy hardware investments. This webinar explores real-world workflows, performance boosts, and practical strategies for faster, high-quality mapping in large-scale projects. Specifically listeners will learn the following: • Running Correlator3D on cloud platforms like AWS and Azure • Speed gains from distributed processing across multiple machines • Dynamic scaling with cloud VMs for large projects • Real-time monitoring and automatic task reassignment • Cost optimization and performance best practices in the cloud

    28 min
  7. Episode #45 Photogrammetric Accuracy Requirements: How to Meet Them?

    17/12/2025

    Episode #45 Photogrammetric Accuracy Requirements: How to Meet Them?

    Hosted by Michael O'Sullivan, VP Sales, SimActive with guest speaker David Alamillo, Photogrammetry Specialist at SimActive Achieving high accuracy is at the core of any successful photogrammetry project, but what does it really take to meet professional mapping standards? Join David Alamillo, photogrammetry specialist at SimActive, as he explains how to design acquisition and processing workflows that deliver dependable results. Discover practical methods to control and validate accuracy, whether through positioning systems, ground control, or lidar integration. Specifically listeners will learn the following: • Understanding the value of RTK/PPK • Using GCPs vs. checkpoints • Leveraging lidar as control • Ensuring final quality

    40 min
  8. Episode #44 Merging Lidar & Images: How Easy Is It?

    07/11/2025

    Episode #44 Merging Lidar & Images: How Easy Is It?

    Hosted by Michael O'Sullivan, VP Sales at SimActive. With guest speaker Matthew Johson, Product Manager at Teledyne Geospatial. Integrating lidar and imagery can unlock powerful insights for mapping and analysis, but what does it take to get it right? Join Matthew Johnson, Product Manager at Teledyne Geospatial, as he shares practical approaches to merging these datasets seamlessly. Learn how to optimize acquisition strategies, achieve reliable registration, and generate high-quality outputs that maximize the value of data. Specifically listeners will learn the following:• Choosing between simultaneous vs. separate acquisition • Ensuring accurate registration between datasets • Colorizing point clouds and generate orthomosaics • Quantifying the accuracy of results

    33 min
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Pixels and Points is an original podcast produced by SimActive. Through the different episodes, discover the world of photogrammetry and mapping from drones, aircrafts and satellites. To learn more about SimActive, visit our website www.simactive.com and follow us on our social media. Enjoy the show!

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    SimActive
  • Años de actividad
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodios
    51
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