Emerging Technologies in Architecture and Engineering: Keystone Precision Solutions Shares Insights on GPS, Laser Scanning, and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Keystone Precision Solutions recently visited campus to share their expertise in emerging technologies in the architecture, surveying, construction, and engineering industries. Despite the rain preventing them from flying their unmanned aerial vehicles, the team showcased the capabilities of GPS, laser scanning, unmanned aerial vehicles, and precision measuring technologies in gathering data for various purposes.

During the visit, several classes had the opportunity to witness demonstrations of equipment such as a robotic total station, laser scanner, and unmanned aircraft systems in action. These technologies can be used for tasks such as surveying, site layouts, contour mapping, and 3D modeling.

The visit was organized with the help of Ken Fronheiser, a director at Keystone Precision Solutions and an alumnus of the college’s civil engineering technology and surveying programs. Shanin L. Dougherty, the college’s corporate relations officer also collaborated with Keystone Precision Solutions to provide students with valuable insights into the latest advancements in the industry. David J. Fedor, an assistant professor of civil engineering technology was there too to facilitate discussions and provide technical support while Ellyn A. Lester an assistant dean of construction and architectural technologies made sure that students were able to ask questions about how these new technologies might impact their field in future years. The collaboration between Keystone Precision Solutions and the college provided students with a wealth of knowledge about cutting-edge technology that will benefit them throughout their careers.