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In today's show, we share the benefits of incorporating drone technology in an ALTA survey. Our caller, Randy, has a question about ALTA surveys. Randy is wondering whether a significant proportion of ALTA surveys are incorrect. And if so, what is the margin of error? While it is not possible to define
As a Professional Drone Mapper, How Do I Differentiate Myself from the Competition?
In today's show, we discuss different strategies that skilled and experienced drone mappers can employ to make their business stand out from the competition. Our caller, Glen, is a professional drone mapper with extensive experience and deep technical knowledge. Glen is livid that inexperienced drone
Can I Use the Mavic 2 Zoom for Drone Mapping?
In today's show, we discuss whether you can use the Mavic 2 Zoom for drone mapping. With alternatives like the Phantom 4 Pro and now the Phantom 4 Pro RTK available, is the Mavic 2 Zoom even an option worth
LiDAR | Mapping an Area with Dense Vegetation
How Do I Accurately Map an Area with Dense Vegetation? In today's show, you will learn why LiDAR is your best bet for creating a bare earth model of an area with dense vegetation. Our caller, Cody wishes to survey a 20-acre property with dense foliage. He is wondering if he can generate an
Is a Phantom 4 RTK Consistent or Should You Augment with PPK GPS?
Today's show is about using the Phantom 4 RTK for creating survey grade maps. Can you get reliable data with the Phantom 4 RTK? And is there any rationale in
Can I Get Accurate Measurements with Previous Surveys and Scale Constraints?
Today's question is about drone surveying. Is it possible to create an accurate drone model using previous surveys and scale constraints? Our caller, Elan from Trinidad has come up with an interesting question today.
Am I Limited to 99 Waypoints on My Phantom 4 Pro?
Today's show is about the maximum number of waypoints on your Phantom 4 Pro. Are you really limited to 99 waypoints? Our caller, David, from Boston, is facing a rather unique issue with his Phantom 4 Pro. He is unable to go beyond 99 waypoints. Is David facing this issue because of his drone or mapping
Drones for Agriculture | Is the Agriculture Drone Business Viable?
Can I Build a Profitable Agriculture Drone Business? Today's show is about drones for agriculture. Can agriculture drone business prove to be a lucrative industry for you? Our caller, Ken from NJ has come up with a detailed and thoughtful question today. With industries like real estate getting
Ground Control Points | How to use them?
How to Set Ground Control Points for Greatest Accuracy in Construction Mapping Today's question is about using Ground Control Points in construction. What is the correct
How to Select the Best Drone and Implement Optimum Mapping Workflow in Construction
Today's question is about drone mapping in construction and agriculture. Which is the best mapping application and drone
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