In 2008, Navigational Sciences, Inc., was acquired b American International Ventures, Inc. by a merger of a newly formed subsidiary of AIVN. Navigational Sciences Inc develops and delivers tracking and data communication systems capable of monitoring security. The firm specializes in the tracking of mobile assets including hazardous materials, trucks, rail cars and overseas shipping containers. Navigational Sciences utilizes emerging technologies to customize data tracking and communications systems that overcome the physical and environmental barriers that may hamper reception and tracking of resources and information. The management team of NavSci has been involved in a number of aspects of marine transportation, global communications, geographic information systems (GIS), remote sensing, and global positioning systems (GPS). This experience gives NavSci the ability to see the relationship of many different technologies and where they meet to form new and viable business opportunities. NavSci has four primary areas of focus for products and services. First, NavSci provides GIS and remote sensing consulting on a professional fee basis. NavSci also offers services for data collection, data analysis, and product development of satellite and aerial imagery. Second, NavSci is focusing efforts in marine navigation products, such as satellite image based nautical charts. The third area of concentration is marine GIS. This market is developing rapidly as our awareness of our ocean and coastal zone resouces continues to grow. Finally, NavSci is working to develop solutions for the next generation of commerce in the Marine Transportation System. NavSci holds the license to develop new technology recently approved by the U.S. Patent Office. The âHSS Technique for Expanding Channel Capacityâ technology exceeds capabilities seen in previous data communications systems with its ability to communicate around barriers and to provide enhanced levels of security in data transfer. NavSci holds the license to develop and market all fields of use for this application, and Dobson will oversee the transfer of this and other technology into practical application, particularly relevant with todayâs heightened security dema
