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February 16-18, 2026  |  Colorado Convention Center   |  Denver, CO, USA

Session Details

Aevex Aerospace Lidar

Beyond GPS: Real-World Navigation Using Computer Vision and Satellite Data

Feb 16 2026

1:15 PM - 1:30 PM MT

Exhibit Hall Theater

As reliance on GPS grows, so do the challenges: signal jamming, urban canyons, dense forests, and underground environments can all render traditional positioning unreliable or unavailable. This session introduces a transformative approach to geospatial problem-solving—leveraging computer vision, precomputed satellite datasets, and advanced sensor fusion to deliver precise, GPS-independent positioning for land and air applications.

Drawing on real-world deployments across urban, remote, and contested environments, we will showcase how Skyline Nav AI’s Pathfinder™ software uses pixel-level image analysis, terrain feature detection, and intelligent integration of camera and IMU data to achieve absolute, real-time localization—without any dependence on GPS, cellular, or Wi-Fi connectivity. Attendees will learn how this workflow enables robust navigation in scenarios where conventional solutions fail, including disaster response, military operations, and autonomous systems.

We will explore:

  • Innovative data acquisition and processing workflows that combine satellite imagery, lidar, and real-time visual data.
  • Case studies demonstrating successful deployments in urban canyons, mountainous regions, and GPS-denied zones.
  • The impact of scalable, software-based navigation on operational resilience, cost, and mission success.
  • Lessons learned in integrating multi-sensor data and overcoming challenges of changing terrain and adverse weather.

This session is designed for geospatial professionals seeking actionable insights into next-generation navigation, reality capture, and the practical convergence of computer vision and remote sensing.

Featuring

Skyline Nav AI, Inc.