Dr. Daniel Roman from Noah’s National Geodetic Survey (NGS) discusses the modernization of the National Spatial Reference System (NSRS) to improve accuracy and accessibility of geospatial data.

Highlights

🌍 The NSRS provides a consistent coordinate system for latitude, longitude, height, and gravity.

🔄 Modernizing the NSRS aims to meet modern needs and ensure compatibility with global colleagues.

📊 Access to a consistent and accurate reference system allows for integration of various data sets.

📐 NGS will replace existing datums with new reference frames specific to US states and territories.

🛠 Transformation tools will be provided to convert data from the current datum to the new reference frames.

📍 Determine your precision and accuracy requirements to select the appropriate tools and methodologies.

📚 Training videos and data expertise are available to assist with understanding and utilizing the updated NSRS.