6 Benefits of Drone Survey/ Mapping - Geoinfotech (2024)

6 Benefits of Drone Survey/ Mapping

Drone surveying refers to using a drone, or unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), to capture aerial data. An aerial survey is performed utilizing drones and unique cameras having downward-facing sensors. During a drone survey, the ground is photographed several times from different angles, and each image is geotagged with coordinates.

Drone/ Aerial survey is utilized by surveyors and engineers in the construction field for terrain assessments and mapping.

Drone surveying can be done 90% quicker than we used to do normal surveying methods. It is used in making highly exact maps and survey points.

Unlike manned aircraft or satellite imagery, drones can fly at a much lower altitude, making the generation of high-resolution, high-accuracy data, much faster and less expensive.

SOME BENEFITS OF DRONE SURVEYING INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

• It reduces field time and surveying costs by working up to five times faster than land-based methods.
• It requires less manpower. You ultimately deliver your survey results faster and at a lower cost.
• It provides accurate and exhaustive data, which can be represented in different formats. Each pixel of the produced map or point of the 3D model contains 3D geo-data.
• With drones, a survey team can map otherwise inaccessible areas. Unreachable areas, unsafe steep slopes, or harsh terrain are unsuitable for traditional measuring tools. Data can be captured without having to venture into dangerous territories.
• It provides quality aerial imaging. Drones are excellent for taking high-quality aerial photographs and videos and collecting vast amounts of imaging data.
• It reduces the risk to the health and safety of those involved with the survey. The use of a drone eliminates the need for individuals to work at a height, reducing the risk of accidents occurring during the survey.

Many diverse industries are benefiting from the technology of drones. Drone technology is also making the lives of many professionals easier in completing complicated tasks that are much better done with a drone, one of which is surveying.