CHC Navigation Releases LandStar 8.1 Field Surveying Software with Enhanced Capabilities

Shanghai, China - May 29, 2024 - CHC Navigation (CHCNAV), a global leader in mapping and surveying technologies, today announced the launch of LandStar 8.1, the latest version of its field-proven land surveying and mapping application for Android devices and CHCNAV data controllers. LandStar 8.1 builds on the success of its predecessor, LandStar 8, with enhanced features and improved performance, solidifying its position as a comprehensive and efficient solution for high-precision surveying and mapping projects.

"Landstar 8.1 represents another milestone advancement for us in the field of surveying and mapping apps for Android," said Tony Han, Product Manager, CHC Navigation. "With its innovative CAD drawing capabilities, comprehensive feature modules, and efficient workflows, Landstar 8.1 APP enables professionals in a wide range of industries to achieve efficiency and accuracy in their field operations."

Landstar 8 App: Advanced Mapping and Surveying Tool.

ACCELERATED CAD RENDERING AND SMARTER MAPPING

The enhanced MetaCAD graphics engine handles larger CAD files up to 200 MB on CHCNAV handheld controllers with smoother graphics rendering, faster file loading times, and an improved user experience. In addition, LandStar 8.1 introduces intelligent mapping features such as Quick Code, which enables one-click feature coding to automatically create line features, significantly increasing project productivity. LandStar 8.1 supports opening external reference files, automatically recognizes CAD length units and directly allows CAD base map editing in the field.

COMPREHENSIVE FEATURE SET

Based on easy-to-use workflow management and an intuitive graphical interface, the LandStar 8.1 seamlessly integrates a wide range of surveying features for diverse applications such as construction surveying, control point surveying, road construction, and more. Its robust data import and export capabilities, supporting industry-standard formats, enable seamless integration into existing software environments, ensuring immediate productivity.

EFFICIENT COLLABORATION FROM FIELD TO OFFICE

LandStar 8.1 streamlines project and coordinate system management, allowing users to conveniently copy settings, control points, and stake-out points from other handheld controllers by simply using the share code feature. The application's cloud-based architecture facilitates efficient collaboration between field crews and office staff, enabling project backup, data storage, and remote support for personalized technical assistance.

STREAMLINED WORKFLOWS AND SIMPLIFIED OPERATIONS

LandStar 8.1 prioritizes user-friendly operation, making surveying and mapping tasks accessible to all users. With a clean, intuitive layout and sharp graphics, only relevant information is displayed, minimizing clutter and simplifying the interface. Integrated video tutorials further assist field operators in quickly mastering the app's capabilities.

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About CHC Navigation

CHC Navigation (CHCNAV) creates innovative mapping, navigation, and positioning solutions to make customers' work more efficient. CHCNAV products and solutions cover multiple industries such as geospatial, construction, agriculture, and marine. With a presence across the globe, distributors in more than 120 countries, and more than 1,900 employees, today, CHC Navigation is recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in geomatics technologies.