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SpatialNews.com Press Release
Oklahoma DOT Utilizing ERDAS Technology
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Norcross, GA — Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) has selected ERDAS’ LPS software to meet its growing need for creation of photogrammetric products capable of meeting engineering grade accuracy.
LPS is ERDAS’ signature photogrammetry solution, seamlessly integrating software tools to streamline production-mapping workflows. ODOT will also utilize the PRO600 feature extraction module for performing precise measurements of roads and surface features. In addition, ODOT is also implementing LPS Stereo, LPS Automatic Terrain Extraction, LPS Terrain Editor and ERDAS MosaicPro.
ODOT has jurisdiction over state roads, interstates and US Highways within the state of Oklahoma. This includes adjacent overpasses and ramps and traffic control devices, as well as construction and maintenance operations. By providing ODOT engineers with photogrammetry and CADD products at design scale, ODOT ensures that the state is equipped for ongoing improvements in road safety and traffic management.
“LPS has all the tools to meet ODOT’s mapping needs, to aid in improving our mapping accuracies and maintain the quality of the modeling that we require,” said Leroy Tackett, Assistant Chief of Surveys, ODOT. “This comprehensive photogrammetry solution provides ODOT with leading technology. This will aid in cost effectiveness and provide a solution for developing the ground model for design.”
“ODOT has increased its geospatial investment and capabilities with LPS,” said Christopher Tucker, Senior Vice President, Americas and National Programs, ERDAS. “LPS allows ODOT to compile and create mapping products for designing new roads, re-designing existing roads and general support of engineering and survey activities.”
To learn more about ERDAS’ photogrammetry solutions, please register for Workflow Solved: High Fidelity Mosaics, a free webinar on Thursday, July 31, 2008 at 3 a.m. and 11 a.m. (EDT). To register, please visit www.erdas.com.
For more information on ODOT, please visit http://www.okladot.state.ok.us/. To learn more about ERDAS’ solutions, please call +1 770 776 3400 or toll free +1 866 534 2286.
About ERDAS
ERDAS – The Earth to Business Company – helps organizations harness the information of the changing earth for greater advantage.
ERDAS creates geospatial business systems that transform our earth’s data into business information, enabling individuals, businesses and public agencies to quickly access, manage, process and share that information from anywhere.
Using secure geospatial information, ERDAS solutions improve employee, customer and partner visibility to information, enabling them to respond faster and collaborate better. It also means better decision-making, increased productivity and new revenue streams.
ERDAS is a part of the Hexagon Group, Sweden. For more information about ERDAS or its products and services, please call +1 770 776 3400, toll free +1 866 534 2286, or visit www.erdas.com.
Media Contacts:
Jason Sims
ERDAS, Inc.
Marketing Communications
5051 Peachtree Corners Circle, Suite 100
Norcross, GA 30092
Phone: +1 770 776 3400 or +1 866 534 2286
E-mail: Jason.Sims@erdas.com
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