Drone Mapping

Drone mapping allows highly detailed data collection across a large area and works by taking many aerial images of the area of interest. Full View creates both 2D orthomosaics and 3D models, or digital twins of structures, ground assets and topographical surfaces. Using the latest photogrammetry software, we generate models and orthomosaics from data collected using our fleet of state-of-the-art drones.

What is drone photogrammetry?

Photogrammetry is the science of taking measurements from photographs. It collects information from 2D aerial images captured by UAS or drone and uses a variety of different techniques to measure elevation, distance and angles.

Overlapping images are combined using photogrammetry software to create a realistic 3D model or digital twin of topographical surfaces and physical structures. Photogrammetry software stitches individual images together to create a larger image high in detail and resolution.

The benefits of collecting data in this way include:

Produces a permanent photographic record
Incredibly efficient. Just one widely mapped area can be used for multiple reports
Cost-effective
Accurate and reliable results

What is an orthomosaic?

Orthomosaics are 2D aerial photographs comprising tens, hundreds, or even thousands of smaller overlapping images. These images are photo-realistic. This means they include information about the distance between objects and landmarks in great detail. Orthomosaic images present a clear picture that shows the quality and shape of the landscape.

A good quality orthomosaic has multiple uses:

Construction progress monitoring
Inspection
Conservation
Agriculture
Real estate
Insurance

What is a drone 3D model?

Drone 3D models are digital models or twins, created by using aerial images captured by a drone. This process is called drone photogrammetry which we have covered above. Similarly to orthomosaics, 3D models are generated by stitching individual images together to create a digital twin of the subject.

3D models are used for:

Asset inspections

Insurance claims

Land Surveying

Construction

The benefits of using drones to capture data

Part of what makes drones such a valuable technology is their ability to collect large volumes of data. One of the most widespread methods to collect data is drone mapping. The benefits of this method include:

Resolution and accuracy are far greater than what could be achieved with high-altitude flights or satellite images.
Far more deployable than a helicopter or plane
Drones are capable of collecting geographical data and storing it in the image metadata
Much more cost-effective at collecting aerial data than their manned counterparts

How can Full View help?

We collect high-quality data that can be turned into useful information in the form of 2D orthomosaic maps and 3D models.

This information can be used to:

Efficiently inspect ground assets in real-time
Monitor the progress of construction
Land surveying
Help with insurance claims

Why us

Full View is an Oxfordshire-based, independent drone operator, providing expert and professional drone services.

We pride ourselves on our broad range of services and are committed to being:

Cost-effective
Accurate
Safe
Hassle-free

Our ethos is “Work smarter, not harder” and with the use of drones, that is exactly what we do.