Abstract: Numerous embodiments are disclosed for monitoring multiple utility networks and structures, such as gas pipes, water pipes, electricity networks, traffic lights, street lights, sewers, and other utilities. Local sensors detect leaks, short-circuits, and other incidents. Data from the local sensors are collected by data collection units and sent to a server over a fiber optic or wireless connection. The server optionally can superimpose depictions of the incidents over a map, blueprint, photograph, or live image using a geographic information system (GIS) or augmented reality application.

Abstract: A mobile surface scanner and associated method are disclosed. The mobile surface scanner comprises an array of laser scanners that determine surface conditions within a selected land area. The surface data is processed and imported into a geographic information system application, where the surface conditions are visualized on a map of the selected land area.

Abstract: A design engineering tool and associated method are disclosed. The design engineering tool and method allow a user to view a photo of a land area or a map derived from the photo, to overlay the photo or map with existing utility lines and proposed utility lines, and to generate alerts regarding any conflict that is identified between a proposed utility line and an existing utility line. The tool also has an augmented reality mode where it displays visualizations of existing and proposed utility lines over a real-time image obtained from a camera. Optionally, the exact location and condition of existing utility lines can be determined using radar and camera devices that generate data describing the location and physical characteristics of the utility lines. The generated data can be imported into the design engineering tool.

Abstract: The invention relates to a system for managing exploration and production data within the oil and gas industry. In particular, the invention relates to a system for granting access to the data for assisting in transactions relating to the data.

Abstract: An information gathering system for gathering information over a network is provided. The system includes at least one subject computer having subject computer software for creating at least one time/data file relating to current subject computer conditions and a database connected to the subject computer for receiving and storing a plurality of time/data files and for sending at least one time/data file to at least ore control computer. The system is particularly suited for providing surveillance over local and wide area networks.