Aerial Surveying
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UAV surveying is a fast, cost-effective alternative to traditional ground-based methods, leveraging specialised drones to capture precise geospatial data. This advanced technology enables access to locations that are otherwise challenging or inaccessible.
Ideal for difficult environments, UAVs perform exceptionally well in low-light conditions and areas with dense vegetation or heavy tree cover. The data collected is of high quality and available in real-time, eliminating the need for repeated site visits.
UAV technology also integrates effortlessly with various surveying tools, providing a comprehensive and detailed view of assets, making it a valuable tool for diverse applications.
Aerial Surveying Uses
Plus many more possible applications....
1 / Mapping and Cartography
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Topographic Mapping: Creating detailed maps of terrain and landscapes.
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Urban Planning: Assisting with building layout and infrastructure development.
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Coastal Mapping: Monitoring shorelines and changes due to erosion or climate impacts.
2 / Construction and Infrastructure
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Site Planning: Conducting pre-construction site surveys.
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Progress Monitoring: Tracking construction progress from above.
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Infrastructure Inspection: Assessing roads, bridges, and buildings for maintenance or defects.
3 / Ground Stability Monitoring
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Slope Assessments: LiDAR replaces the need for roped access solutions and provides highly accurate data for stability analysis.
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Erosion Monitoring: Periodic mapping to monitor erosion of features such as rock/soil slopes, beaches, and rivers.
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Infrastructure: Monitoring of railways, canals, and other features that require maintenance or are sensitive to environmental changes.
4 / Archaeological and Heritage Preservation
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Site Documentation: Creating 3D models of archaeological sites.
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Hidden Structures: Detecting underground or obscured structures using LiDAR.
5 / Real Estate and Tourism
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Property Surveys: Mapping large estates or undeveloped land.
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Promotional Imagery: Creating visuals for real estate or tourism marketing.
6 / Mining and Resources
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Exploration: Aiding identification of mineral and resource deposits.
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Pit Volume Calculations: Assessing mining progress and material volumes.
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Tailings Management: Monitoring the safety and stability of tailings dams.
Examples of a LiDAR point cloud model and cross section collected by a drone / UAV survey.
Mr and Mrs Davis
"The LiDAR survey provided a fast and accurate map of our garden for an upcoming project"