What We Offer
LIDAR, THERMAL, PHOTO & VIDEO
What is it and how can it help you and your team?
First and Foremost: What are drones? Drones are the same thing as UAV's (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle). The name drones has been accepted as a industry standard. Drones are operated by a FAA licensed and certified pilot on the ground. We use state of the art technology for the highest safety and highest quality for our customers. Units can cost in excess of $10-80K.
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Drone technology is very new and many companies have not experienced the benefits drones can be for their business. Not only can Drones help save time and money for our customers but it can be used in place of a person on a man lift or that person climbing a structure. This means drones are safer. There might be times when sending a person up on a structure is not possible. Drones also present a perspective that can not be duplicated on the ground.
Orthomosaics and Photogrametry
You can do a lot with Photogrametry. Orthomosaics are taking multiple photos and stiching those photos together to create a large complete photo. We take that step further by providing a 3D image of a sight or building that is interactive. You can have a simple 2D or more complex 3D ortho map of a sight, building or asset.
This gives our customers key advantages. You can use the ortho map on a computer or TV screen to display an overview of the sight for contractors.
You can use the 3D ortho map for project planning. You can take accurate measurements directly off the ortho. Drone mapping can be utilized from the planning stages through ground breaking, building and completion.
Material calculations can also be performed directly on a orthomosaic map.
We utilize RTK GPS for high accuracy. Because the drone knows where at in space it is and we collect data from RTK base stations on the ground we can triangulate the accurate position. As each photo is taken it is also time stamped, location of the drone, the angle of the sensor and the height is all recorded on the data set of the photos captured. This helps give an accurate location so our software can calculate the position and stitch the photos together and provide accurate information for the orthomosaic.
All of this combined is called GIS (Geographic Information System). A computer system that analyzes and displays geographical referenced information. The data is all attached to a unique location. The USGS is built on this type of data. Satellite data is not enough for our high paced projects anymore. Being able to see the complete layout of a sight has become more important over the years as projects move to completion at faster speeds and times than ever before.
Choosing between Lidar and Photogrametry.
Choosing between Lidar and Photogrametry may be a hard choice to make. Here are somethings to consider. Both are highly accurate. Both have extremely great data sets. However Lidar is expensive to operate and maintain thus. will cost more to implement in the field for the customers. Lidar works better in high vegetation such as trees. It has the ability to penetrate through tree canopies and get the ground data. Photogrametry is much better utilized for urban areas, 3D models and Construction sights. Construction sights are typically bare ground thus the photos will be cleaner. The data sets will be very similar but will need to be evaluated for each customer and each project.
Photogrametry is the way to go if your trying to create models though. Your attaching photos taken directly onto a 3D model. This in turn will result in a asset being created in the digital world that looks just like it would in real life. Take a wind tower as a example. Rather than sending a person into dangerous situations and having to climb up the tower and repel down multiple times to see all areas of the tower and blades. We can capture the images and create a model that can be viewed on a computer or tablet. Reducing the chances of someone getting injured as well as increasing efficiency.
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You can see very quickly that not only is it safer we can collect data faster and give our asset owners the opportunity to see the condition of their sight or equipment from the comfort of their office.
SAFER, FASTER, MORE EFFICIENT AND PROACTIVE.
LIDAR
Discover the power of LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) technology for unparalleled precision in surveying and mapping. By sending laser light from a transmitter and capturing its reflections, our LiDAR systems achieve remarkable accuracy of +/- 1cm, even beneath dense foliage. We collaborate closely with engineers and survey crews, utilizing ground survey points to ensure the most accurate data possible. With full coverage of your site, the information can be seamlessly integrated into 3D CAD software, allowing you to analyze water runoff areas and plan material movement effectively.
THERMAL IMAGING
Thermal drones are advanced aerial devices equipped with thermal imaging cameras that detect heat signatures. They are widely used in various industries, including agriculture, construction, and search and rescue, providing valuable insights that traditional methods cannot. The key benefits of thermal drones include enhanced visibility in low-light conditions, the ability to identify heat loss in buildings, the efficiency of solar panels as well as detecting issues and losses for the oil and gas industry. By using thermal in the oil and gas field we are able to detect leaks and potential environmental impacts. They also have improved safety during inspections and monitoring. By utilizing thermal drones, businesses can increase efficiency, save time, and make informed decisions based on accurate data.