July 5, 2005
Wuhan University Chooses the Applanix POS AV 510 to Expand its Geospatial Research Capabilities

RICHMOND HILL, ONTARIO – Applanix announced today that Wuhan University, one of the largest universities in China with a well established geomatics engineering facility, has purchased its industry-leading POS AV 510 (Position and Orientation System – Airborne Vehicles). The university’s School of Remote Sensing Information Engineering will be using the system on its RC30 aerial camera to expand its geodetic surveying, remote sensing and GIS data acquisition capabilities for geospatial research.

The Applanix POS AV is the leading integrated inertial position and orientation system specifically designed to provide direct georeferencing data for all types of airborne sensors. The system integrates precision GPS with inertial technology to provide real-time and post-processed information for aerial cameras, LIDAR systems, imaging scanners and synthetic aperture radar.

Commenting on the sale, Brad Koziey, Director of Sales for Applanix said, "We are very excited to be able to contribute to the university’s geospatial programs. Applanix has always had a keen interested in academic development at this level and the POS AV system will certainly be an important asset for cutting-edge research."

Supported by Applanix’ expertise and technological innovation, the POS AV system’s key attributes include enhanced real-time operation, and superior positioning performance using the latest in GPS receiver technology. In addition, the system’s seamless integration with the faculty’s Track’ Air Flight Management System, provides an automated airborne mission control capability designed to reduce the operational costs associated with airborne operations.

About Applanix Corporation
Applanix, a Trimble Company (NASDAQ: TRMB), develops, manufactures, sells and supports products and solutions for Mobile Mapping and Positioning. Applanix’ Position and Orientation Systems ( POS) are used in a variety of applications, including road profiling, GIS data acquisition, aerial surveying and mapping, railroad track maintenance and seafloor mapping. Established in 1991, Applanix strives to support customers around the world with exceptional service.

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