Mapping & 3D Modeling
Using images captured by drone, specialized software can straighten, attach position data, and combine them to create a "Google Map" of the area, but with far superior resolution and in near real time. The accurate geo-referencing allows measurements within and without the project area, and these images can be displayed directly on Google Earth or in GIS software and compared with any other historical imagery to note and document changes occurring over time.
XG Imaging's aircraft can cover up to 1,000 acres per hour, even over remote and hazardous terrain, making the process safer and faster than sending humans to survey and map your project. And regardless of sensor chosen, all our flight data is PPK corrected using a local base station which provides better-than-survey grade position accuracy.
What Does the Drone Mapping Process Look Like?
Flight Planning
Flight planning involves determining areas to be mapped and setting up the drone's flight parameters such as altitude, speed, and camera settings.
Flight Execution
Once the flight plan is in place, the drone is launched and flown over the area to be mapped. The drone's camera captures a series of images at regular intervals, typically with significant overlap between each image.
Image Processing
After the flight is complete, the images captured are processed using specialized software that combines all images into a single, high-resolution map of the area. The software can also correct for distortions caused by the drone's movement or variations in lighting.
Analysis & Interpretation
Once the map or model is complete, it can be analyzed and interpreted to extract information about the areas being mapped. This can include measurements of distance, area, and volume, or identification features such as vegetation, water bodies, or infrastructure.