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MARSHALL, VA — June 5, 2009 — ClearEdge^3D, a leader in computer vision technology, announced today its release of the first truly automated software solution for extracting 3D, editable Computer-Aided Design (CAD) models from terrestrial laser-scan data.  The new software has generated great interest from clients both in the U.S. and worldwide, according to Kevin Williams, co-founder and CEO of the company.

ClearEdge^3D’s software package “EdgeWise™” uses computer vision technology to automatically create 3D, editable Computer-Aided Design (CAD) models from laser-scan data.  The software has many exciting applications in such diverse markets as architecture, construction, engineering, defense, modeling and simulation, real estate, Hollywood special effects, Google Earth and Microsoft Virtual Earth, video games, homeland security, and virtual mapping.

Kevin Williams and his wife Lesa Bynum Williams spent the last three years developing the technology, building ClearEdge^3D from the ground up.  Prior to starting the company, Kevin and Lesa both worked at SAIC.  Kevin was a senior scientist who authored both the RTV LIDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) Toolkit and the SAIC LIDAR Toolkit, which have been used successfully to automatically model millions of 3D buildings from aerial laser-scanning data.  Lesa, co-founder and Vice President of Engineering at ClearEdge^3D, was formerly a scientist and software developer at SAIC.  There she gained extensive experience with hyperspectral image analysis as well as Geographic Information System (GIS) applications.

EdgeWise™ automatically creates 3D computer models from ground-based scan data.  Laser scanners allow people to quickly collect 3D information from a scene—such as a neighborhood, a construction site, or the inside of a building—but it has traditionally required a lot of time and manual work to create a solid 3D computer model out of the raw data output.  In contrast, EdgeWise™ uses novel “computer vision” algorithms which mimic the same processes that the human brain uses to “see” features within the dataset.  Using these algorithms, EdgeWise™ is able to automatically extract those features as solid 3D models.  These models are highly detailed—accurate down to the level of centimeters, or even millimeters—portraying features such as doors, windows, ledges, gutters, etc.  Moreover, the software allows the creation of these models in a matter of minutes to a few hours, instead of days or weeks using older manual methods.

A number of companies tested ClearEdge^3D’s software during the beta phase.  One of these was Direct Dimensions, Inc. (www.directdimensions.com), which does laser scanning of both objects and facilities, then makes 3D Computer Aided Design (CAD) models for their clients.  Based in Baltimore, Maryland, Direct Dimensions serves a wide variety of clients, including the military and government, major contractors and architectural firms, historic preservation organizations, universities, and fine art institutions.

Michael Raphael, President and Founder of Direct Dimensions, said, “It’s a constant battle to process the data you collect into more meaningful formats.”  Searching on the Internet, Raphael discovered ClearEdge^3D—and its advantages were immediately apparent to him.  It could reduce the work flow time for many projects, such as large structures and facilities, which have millions and sometimes billions of laser-scanned raw 3D data points.  The software can process the points and create a solid model in three dimensional space, so you can see the object.

Raphael noted that ClearEdge^3D works extremely well with buildings, but he also intends to use it on other projects, such as the industrial applications of airplanes, cars and parts, and hopefully even for medical applications—including eyes, ears and noses—scanned into the computer for plastic surgery purposes.

About ClearEdge^3D

ClearEdge^3D (www.ClearEdge3d.com) is the industry leader in automated feature extraction from terrestrial laser-scan data.  The company founders boast many combined years of experience working with laser-scan and computer vision technologies.  Their flagship product, EdgeWise™ is the first truly automated software solution for extracting 3D, editable CAD models from terrestrial laser-scan data.

For more information, please contact:

Kevin Williams
President & CEO
ClearEdge^3D
(866) 944-8210
kevin.williams@ClearEdge3D.com

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ClearEdge^3D To Present New 3D Computer Vision Technology at SPAR 2009

MARSHALL, VA — March 10, 2009 — Kevin Williams, CEO of ClearEdge^3D, will be giving a presentation entitled “Automating the Conversion of Point Clouds to CAD and GIS Models” at this year’s SPAR Conference in Denver, Colorado.  This will be the first public presentation of ClearEdge^3D’s software package “EdgeWise™”.   This new application uses computer vision technology to automatically create 3D, editable Computer-Aided Design (CAD) models from laser-scan data.  During the presentation, Kevin will explain the new technology, illustrate some of the new market opportunities made possible by EdgeWise™, and share some of the experiences from beta testers.

The annual SPAR Conference is the premiere gathering for the laser scanning industry.  SPAR 2009 will be held in Denver, Colorado, from March 30 to April 1 (http://sparllc.com/spar2009.php).    “The SPAR Annual Conference is a valuable resource for everyone involved in laser scanning,” said Kevin Williams. “It’s a great opportunity to preview our new EdgeWise™ product, as well as take a look at the latest developments within the laser scanning community.”

Tom Greaves, CEO of Spar Point Research LLC, who is organizing the conference, said: “We are delighted to have Kevin Williams, CEO of ClearEdge^3D, present at SPAR 2009.  New tools to automate the post-processing of point cloud data into 3D deliverables unlock the economic value of laser scanning for building, infrastructure and industrial plant applications.  Our industry depends on the entrepreneurial enthusiasm and technical innovation of companies like ClearEdge^3D.”

Kevin’s presentation will take place on Tuesday morning from 10:30 till noon during the “New Software Technologies” session.  Attendees are welcome to bring questions and provide input during the session.

About ClearEdge^3D
ClearEdge3D (www.ClearEdge3d.com) is the industry leader in automated feature extraction from terrestrial LIDAR data.  The company founders boast many combined years of experience working with LIDAR and computer vision technologies.  Their flagship product, EdgeWise™, due for release in early April 2009, will be the first truly automated software solution for extracting 3D, editable CAD models from terrestrial laser-scan data.  The software has many exciting applications in such diverse markets as architecture, construction, modeling and simulation, real estate, special effects, military, and virtual mapping.

For more information, please contact:

Kevin Williams
President & CEO
ClearEdge^3D
(866) 944-8210
kevin.williams@ClearEdge3D.com