Category: Drone know-how

Explore the difference between ground control points and checkpoints, and how different drones and conditions influence which ones you need and how many.

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.

Learn how fixed-wing drone technology has evolved to change the field of surveying and mapping.

Drone regulations vary based on where you fly and what application you are tackling. This blog ensures your understanding of essential drone laws in the US and Europe.

Flight time depends on more than battery life, and this blog breaks down why it’s not the most important factor in getting the job done right and fast.

These two satellite location data correction methods have been around a while for terrestrial surveying, but when applied to drone mapping, their differences impact reliability and ROI.

Learn why all mapping drones in wind will face limits and which ones are designed to deliver robust, reliable data at higher levels.

Are you paying more for a cheap drone? Learn how survey drone costs impact result quality and ease of workflow over the long run.

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.