Trimble Navigation to buy Google’s SketchUp 3D modeling platformApril 26, 2012 - 19:41 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Trimble Navigation Ltd has agreed to buy SketchUp 3D modeling platform from Google Inc for an undisclosed price, the companies said, according to Reuters. As part of the SketchUp platform, Trimble will partner Google in developing SketchUp's 3D Warehouse - an online repository where users can find, share, store and collaborate on 3D models, the companies said in a joint statement. Trimble, which makes surveying, mapping, and marine navigation equipment, said SketchUp will enhance the integration of its field presence with the wider enterprise. SketchUp is a free 3D modeling platform that helps in designing 3D models within Google Earth - a virtual map of most of the planet's surface. The platform enables users to create collections of models, including 3D buildings, and share them with fellow modelers around the world. SketchUp, which was a tiny startup when it was bought by Google in 2006, now boasts of millions of active users. "With over 30 million SketchUp activations in just the last year, we're awfully proud of our accomplishments," John Bacus, SketchUp product manager wrote in a blog post. The deal is expected to close in the second quarter of 2012, and it would not be material to Trimble's 2012 earnings. Top stories Yerevan will host the 2024 edition of the World Congress On Information Technology (WCIT). Rustam Badasyan said due to the lack of such regulation, the state budget is deprived of VAT revenues. Krisp’s smart noise suppression tech silences ambient sounds and isolates your voice for calls. Gurgen Khachatryan claimed that the "illegalities have been taking place in 2020." Partner news Most popular in the section | European Parliament to discuss repression in Azerbaijan The European Parliament will discuss repression of civil society in Azerbaijan on April 24 PACE wants concessions from Azerbaijan to accept Baku back A PACE co-rapporteur said that Azerbaijani authorities must make certain concessions so that the country can return to PACE. Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide. Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed. |