Construction and Engineering Industry Leverage Drone Mapping

Drone mapping makes construction sites easier to collaborate, work faster, and be more productive.

FREMONT, CA: It is common for commercial construction sites to accommodate plans for warehouses, retail facilities, commercial real estate, manufacturing plants, and business offices. With drone mapping technology, engineering firms can track site progress more effectively and identify potentially unforeseen hazards. Construction companies need to determine what type of data they want to collect and what type of information should be included in reports when they decide to use drones to enhance progress monitoring. In some projects, a complete map is important, while photographs or video may be all that is more appropriate in others. It depends on the outcomes needed to make decisions.

The following are types of maps that drones can generate and the direct benefits of using drones for construction projects.

Orthomosaic maps: Orthomosaic maps are much sharper, higher resolution, and more detailed than Google Earth. In photogrammetry, aerial photographs combine to produce a composite image, producing accurate measurements. With drone maps, engineering, and survey teams can quickly locate existing grading, drainage spots, vegetation, and waterways. Orthomosaics are particularly useful in construction firms for providing a regular picture of the construction site. Furthermore, orthomosaics provide high accuracy, which helps you take precise measurements. Users can interact directly with the generated map using software programs. The application allows you to measure distances, areas, and volumes, calculate stockpile volumes, estimate material costs, and collect other valuable data without physically being at the construction site.

Orthomosaics can inspect rooftops, solar installations, deteriorating buildings, and more. They are also beneficial for aerial inspections to secure equipment and materials.