Drone know-how
Drone photogrammetry vs. LIDAR: what sensor to choose for a given application
When comparing LIDAR vs. photogrammetry, so much depends on the application–learn how these systems work, their strengths and which one is right for you.
Category: Drone know-how
Drone know-how
4 reasons higher survey drone cost saves time and money
Are you paying more for a cheap drone? Learn how survey drone costs impact result quality and ease of workflow over the long run.
Drone know-how
How ground sample distance (GSD) relates to accuracy and drone ROI
Learn why ground sample distance (GSD) is the basis of your drone map’s accuracy, and how it influences the amount of data you gather and process per survey.
Drone know-how
Tailsitters vs. quadplanes – why a VTOL tailsitter is the best surveying drone for your mapping missions
In this article, we will examine the key differences between the two, and highlight the advantages that tailsitters have over quadplanes.
Drone know-how
How to achieve 1 cm (0.4 in) drone survey absolute accuracy
Since we have run tests and proven 1 cm (0.4 in) drone survey accuracy, we’re sharing the steps that we find mandatory for you to get these results yourself.
Drone know-how
Wingtra Webinar: Collecting multispectral imagery with VTOL drones in the most challenging conditions
In this webinar, we will talk about how VTOL drone technology helps professionals collect the high quality multispectral imagery over the most complicated terrains.
Case study
How drone surveys can save time and improve data accuracy in mining
Cost and revenue calculations, sales forecasting, operational planning and other recurring tasks require constant tracking of the activities. What is the current state of the mine? What volume of gravel was removed? How much can be deposited in the future?
Drone know-how
No trade-offs with the WingtraOne: get the largest coverage even at low GSDs
In a recent flight, our team shows how surveyors can achieve an area coverage of 130 ha at GSD lower than 1 cm.