Author: abi

Grid

Introducing the Transmission Tower Model


As part of the VentusAR 4.0 release, we have included a brand new feature for visualising transmission towers. This new  capability allows the towers to be assessed in all visualisation modes – My View, FlyThrough and Gallery. In this post we will introduce you to the new transmission tower model we are using for our visualisations. It is is customisable with

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Cumulative, VentusAR

Cumulative Data Refresh: July 2015


We are pleased to announce the latest refresh of our national turbine dataset (for cumulative assessment) which is available from VentusAR (both for app-users and for data-only access). The dataset contains information on the size and location of wind turbines as they pass through the UK planning application systems. Headline numbers for the July 2015 refresh across the

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Business Development, Collaboration, GIality, Heriot-Watt, Planning, Positioning Systems, Urban Planning, UrbanPlanAR

Linknode and Heriot-Watt University collaboration to visualise urban developments


Linknode Ltd in collaboration with the Royal Academy of Engineering Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Building Design at Heriot-Watt University have commenced a two-year long research and development project. UrbanPlanAR will create a “Mobile Architectural Visualisation Platform for Planners and Communities”. The project received funding from the InnovateUK funding board, following a successful bid in

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Recruitment, Sales, VentusAR

Linknode are recruiting


We currently have an opening for a Sales and Account Management position. Description  An active role in sales and account management for Linknode’s VentusAR product. Leading customer acquisition and closing deals to meet targets for this exciting brand is a fantastic career opportunity. Reporting regularly to the directors, and working closely with marketing, the role

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Cross Platform, Digital, GIality, Planning, Uncategorized, VentusAR

Minecraft Makes Wind Farm Development Projects Accessible


Press Release Valid 00:01 April 1 2015 to 11:59am April 1 2015 New guidance for the visualisation of wind farms development understands that “stakeholder engagement is extremely important” and recognises that new developments have “considerable scope” for use as techniques are developed and presented. In support of this guidance, Linknode today announced that development of

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Cumulative, Planning, VentusAR

How to Become a Portal-Only User for Access to the National Cumulative Dataset


VentusAR provides access to the dataset of UK turbine locations (described in a previous blog post).  Users of the VentusAR app have one-off preview or Snapshot access for cumulative visualisation impact assessment. We can now also offer unlimited access to the baseline data of turbine details.  This is provided via a subscription model for both app users and portal-only (website) users

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Uncategorized

Merry Christmas from the Linknode Team


  Well 2014 has been another fantastic and busy year for the team at Linknode. We’d like to thank our customers, suppliers and friends for all your support, and look forward to working with you in the New Year. Merry Christmas one and all. (from left to right) Minh, Stewart, Rufus, Abi, George, Crispin and Santa Calum

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Android, Business Development, Cumulative, Digital, GIality, iOS, Planning, Release Notes, VentusAR

VentusAR 2.1 Released – Assessing Cumulative Impact


We are pleased to announce the release of VentusAR v2.1 for Android, iPad (and associated portal updates). This is a significant upgrade, allowing cumulative data to be purchased and used from our National Cumulative Dataset.  This dataset contains information sourced from local authorities about the status of wind turbine planning applications. We recommend updating the

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