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Seeing the World in a New Light: How Drone LiDAR is Reshaping Mapping and Surveying 🗺️
As a drone enthusiast, I’m constantly buzzing about the latest advancements in our field, and let me tell you, LiDAR technology is creating some serious waves! For those unfamiliar, LiDAR – Light Detection and Ranging – is like giving your drone super-powered vision. It uses laser pulses to measure distances with incredible accuracy, essentially creating a detailed 3D map of the world below. Forget just pretty pictures; we’re talking about data that’s revolutionizing how we understand and interact with our environment. Recently, I’ve been digging into some fascinating YouTube videos that showcase just how powerful this technology is, and trust me, the possibilities are mind-blowing. These videos aren’t just showing off cool tech; they’re demonstrating tangible, real-world applications that are changing industries. From managing wildfire risks to uncovering hidden details in ancient gold mines, let’s explore how drone LiDAR is transforming the landscape of mapping and surveying.
Key Takeaways: Unpacking the Power of Drone LiDAR
Here’s what really grabbed my attention from the latest videos on using drones equipped with LiDAR for mapping and surveying:
Video 1: Proactive Wildfire Prevention through Precision Mapping: Who knew drones could be so vital in the fight against wildfires? This video highlights how LiDAR, combined with other imaging techniques, allows for incredibly detailed vegetation analysis. We’re talking about identifying hazardous overgrowth and even tracking invasive species along evacuation routes. Imagine the insights gained – fire departments can proactively manage vegetation, significantly reducing wildfire risks. The visual of a detailed 3D map highlighting potential fire hazards is compelling, showing exactly where intervention is needed.
Video 2: Global LiDAR Leadership and the Drone Connection: While not a direct application video, this one underscores the growing importance of LiDAR sensors in the drone ecosystem. The fact that China is taking a leading role in laser sensor production for EVs and drones signals a significant trend. It means we can expect more accessible and potentially more affordable LiDAR solutions for our drones in the future, further democratizing this powerful technology.
Video 3: Drones as Flood Forecasters for Agriculture: This video truly hits home for anyone interested in precision agriculture. Using LiDAR-equipped drones to create accurate flood maps gives farmers a powerful tool for strategic planning and water management. Think about the ability to identify low-lying areas vulnerable to flooding with pinpoint accuracy – farmers can protect crops, manage soil effectively, and make informed decisions based on real-time data. The visuals of these detailed flood maps overlaying agricultural fields are striking.
Video 4: Efficiency in Construction with Drone-Based Stockpile Measurement: Manual stockpile measurements? That’s so last century! This video demonstrates how drones with mapping capabilities (though not explicitly stating LiDAR, the principles are similar and often benefit from LiDAR’s accuracy) can dramatically speed up and improve the accuracy of stockpile volume calculations. Imagine quickly and safely measuring the amount of materials on a construction site. This translates to better resource management, reduced costs, and increased efficiency. Seeing the 3D models generated from drone data makes the benefits crystal clear.
Video 5: Unveiling the Past (and Ensuring Future Safety) with Underground Drone LiDAR: This video is pure adventure! Using drones, including those equipped with LiDAR, to map an abandoned gold mine – both above and below ground, even underwater! – is an incredible example of the technology’s versatility. The detailed 3D models generated provide crucial data for safety assessments and historical preservation. Visualizing the complex underground tunnels and shafts, mapped by a drone, is genuinely captivating and highlights LiDAR’s ability to penetrate darkness and provide accurate spatial data in challenging environments.
Video 6: Deep Dive into Volumetric Surveying with Drones: This video, from an academic perspective, offers a more technical look at using drones for volumetric surveying. While it covers the broader topic of drone mapping, it highlights the importance of accurate data acquisition and processing – areas where LiDAR shines. Understanding the workflow from ground control to data analysis provides valuable insights for anyone looking to utilize drones for precise measurements. The visualization of TIN (Triangulated Irregular Network) models really brings the concept of digital terrain mapping to life.
Peering into the Point Clouds: Trends and the Trajectory of Drone LiDAR
What strikes me is the increasing accessibility and diversity of applications for drone LiDAR. Initially, this technology felt like it was reserved for large-scale government projects. Now, we’re seeing smaller businesses and even hobbyists explore its potential.
The videos also highlight a few key trends:
Enhanced Detail and Accuracy: LiDAR’s ability to penetrate vegetation and capture ground-level data, unlike traditional photogrammetry alone, offers a level of detail that’s truly transformative, especially evident in the wildfire management and underground mine mapping examples.
Expanding Use Cases: From environmental monitoring to construction management and even historical preservation, the applications for drone LiDAR are constantly expanding. This speaks to the versatility of the technology and the ingenuity of those who are adopting it.
Integration with Other Technologies: The combination of LiDAR with spectral imaging (as seen in the wildfire video) and even underwater ROV technology (in the gold mine example) points towards a future where multiple sensors work in concert to provide even richer datasets.
Growing Accessibility and Affordability (Potentially): While still a significant investment, the increasing competition in the sensor market, as suggested by the video on China’s role, could lead to more affordable LiDAR solutions in the long run, making it more accessible to a wider range of users.
Ready to Dive Deeper? Explore the LiDAR Revolution!
These videos offer just a glimpse into the exciting world of drone LiDAR and its impact on mapping and surveying. The ability to capture highly accurate 3D data from the air is fundamentally changing how we understand and interact with our environment. Whether you’re a seasoned surveyor, an environmental scientist, or simply a tech enthusiast like me, the potential of this technology is undeniable. Scroll down to watch the full videos and see this revolution in action – you won’t be disappointed!
Watch the videos below
How Drones are used in Vegetation Management and Wildfire Risk ReductionJackson Ricketts246 views | 9 | June 19 2024 20:45:00 (1 comments)[ Read more … ]
Discover How Drones Revolutionize Vegetation Management for Wildfire Risk Reduction! 🔥🚁
Presenters: Jackson Ricketts – Principle of Jacksons Drones and Consultant Eugenia Woods – Los Altos Hills County Fire District Program Manager
In this video, we delve into the innovative use of drone technology for vegetation management to reduce wildfire risks. Using cutting-edge aerial photography, spectral imaging, and LiDAR data, we can now accurately identify hazardous vegetation along evacuation routes and manage it effectively.
From analyzing vegetation growth to tracking invasive species, discover how drones help us in making our communities safer. Learn about our detailed process, including image capture, data analysis, and comprehensive reporting. Join us in exploring the future of wildfire prevention!
Highlights:
Advanced drone technology in wildfire prevention Spectral imaging and LiDAR data usage Effective vegetation management strategies Detailed evacuation route analysis Tracking invasive species and vegetation moisture content Stay tuned to see how drones are making a significant impact on reducing wildfire risks and protecting our communities.
China Plays Leading Role in Making Laser Sensors for EVs, DronesCCTV Video News Agency5,079 views | 150 | April 29 2024 07:23:29 (14 comments)[ Read more … ]
China is playing a leading role in the lidar sector worldwide, producing distance sensors widely used in drones, robots, and vehicles. https://www.cctvplus.com/news/20240428/8374447.shtml#!language=1
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Creating Flood Maps with LiDAR DronesCANDRONE634 views | 10 | March 13 2024 15:00:41 (0 comments)[ Read more … ]Drone based lidar is at the forefront of agricultural innovation. Here, we reveal the role of LiDAR drones have in flood mapping for agriculture.
By integrating LiDAR drones farmers get precise, real-time flood data tailored for farming needs. This data can then be used to create maps offering granular level details to protect crops and soil. You’ll learn how this technology supports strategic farm planning and water management practices.
Learn more about LiDAR drones and their use in precision agriculture: https://candrone.com/blogs/news/mitigating-urban-flood-risk-assessment-with-lidar-drones
How to Measure Stockpile Volumes using Drones? | Cut & Fill Calculations | Drone MappingHammer Missions4,201 views | 61 | July 25 2023 14:00:16 (5 comments)[ Read more … ]
In this video, Varun Sarwal, founder & CEO at Hammer Missions will explain what stockpile volume measurements are in construction and how to use drones to accelerate stockpile calculations and cut / fill exercises. ————————–
00:00 – Intro 00:20 – Stockpile Volume Measurements in Construction 00:46 – What are stockpiles? 01:48 – Why are stockpile volumes important? 02:35 – Traditional Methods 03:02 – Why Use Drones? 03:20 – How to use drones to capture the data? 03:40 – Overlapping Images 03:54 – 3D Models 04:10 – Stockpile Volume Measurements with Hammer Missions 04:28 – Cut and Fill 05:14 – Summary ————————— Written Guide: https://www.hammermissions.com/post/stockpile-volumes-cut-fill-drones Workflow Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gDrlbWMIzc4&ab_channel=HammerMissions ————————————————————– About Us:
Hammer Missions is a software platform designed to help drone professionals and Enterprise UAS programmes collect & process high-quality #drone #data for commercial drone mapping, 3d models & inspection.
To try Hammer Missions on our 14-day trial, visit: https://hammermissions.com ————————————————————————– ————————————————————————–
Inspired Intelligence Scans Consolidated Gold Mine with LiDAR, Uses Drones Underground & UnderwaterInspired Intelligence1,628 views | 20 | September 17 2020 15:55:53 (1 comments)[ Read more … ]
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About The Project:
Small Family Business Inspired Intelligence Based in Buford, GA, Scans Dahlonega Gold Mine with LiDAR, Flies Drones Underground and Underwater Drone and LiDAR Solutions Company Executes Groundbreaking Project, Collects Needed Data for Dahlonega Gold Mine for preserving history and increase safety.
Inspired Intelligence a small family owned and operated Drone and Scanning Solutions company from Buford GA has been successfully completed a large scale LiDAR scan of Consolidated Gold Mine in Dahlonega, Georgia, combined with several underground Drone flights in the mine to capture data that would help determine if certain inaccessible areas of the gold mine are safe for public tour access in the near future. The company also performed an Underwater inspection in two separate locations of the Mine using state of the art Underwater Drone (ROV) technology.
The LiDAR scans performed provide a 3D model of the mine, the grounds, and buildings above it, producing a map of the area that shows for the first time exactly where the mine is located underground. Additionally, this data was used to create a blueprint of the gold mine to use for safety and emergency evacuation planning, giving the gold mine for the first time an extremely accurate representation of the site where all they had previously were handwritten journals and articles from decades ago.
“We were privileged to work with the amazing people at consolidate gold mine, and it was a fascinating journey into history we took together with the use of incredible technology to get information and data that was only known through old newspapers, stories and the miners journals to bring a first of its kind new perspective of the Gold Mine that could be used to document, increase safety, and the study of the Mine”
“We took a leap of faith to do something we’ve never done before – but with a little bit of courage, a lot of teamwork, innovative thinking, and inspiration, we managed to get the job done in the most difficult environments we have yet encountered. It is proof that sometimes thinking out-of-the-box is the right way to go to accomplish a hard task and ensure we give our customers the data they needed and even exceed expectations.” – Nir Pe’er, CEO and Founder of Inspired Intelligence.
The use of top of the line technology and equipment including LiDAR scanner, fly drones underground equipped with specialized Fox Fury lights and the use of Underwater drone (ROV) demonstrated the benefits of having the ability to enter, view, and capture video and data of dangerous areas that are inaccessible and left untouched for decades.
• LiDAR scans of the mine with high accuracy resulted in needed data and documentation to increase safety while also helping in the planning and development stages of expanding public access and increasing safety throughout tours.
About Inspired Intelligence: Inspired Intelligence – Professional Drone & Scanning Solutions, is a unique, exciting small family owned company that provides a personal working relationship, high quality work, and fast, efficient, reliable and consistent service to all of those who need “eyes in the sky” Underwater or a LiDAR scanning solution.
About Consolidated Gold Mine: largest hard rock gold mine east of the Mississippi located in Dahlonega, Georgia. Founded in 1896, the gold mine focused on removing gold trapped in quartz veins throughout the property. Located 200 feet underground and presents over 100 years “back in time experience” and the life as a gold miner.
(Taken from our press release.)
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Volumetric Quantity Surveying with DronesRami Tamimi13,051 views | 500 | August 20 2022 17:46:45 (32 comments)[ Read more … ]
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Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:44 Setting Ground Control 1:07 Collecting Images with Drone 3:01 Processing Data 5:03 Correct Reference Points 5:56 Analyzing Data 6:45 Surface/TIN Creation 9:22 Volumetric Calculation
About Professor Rami Tamimi: Rami Tamimi is an American doctorate student at The Ohio State University working towards his Doctor of Philosophy in Geodetic Engineering. With over 8 years of experience in the Land Development Industry, his experience revolves around traditional field surveying, civil design work using AutoCAD Civil 3D, and geospatial technology including LiDAR, SONOR, and Photogrammetric data acquisition and processing with the use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems or Drones. He is also a University Professor and creates instructional video content on YouTube.
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