Technology has played a pivotal role in many industries for several decades now. As technology improves and evolves, so does the way it can impact that particular industry, opening new doors of possibilities, streamlining processes and allowing businesses to run smoother. One industry that has greatly benefitted from technology is civil engineering. The role drones are now able to play in site surveying and mapping is quite impressive.
From an article in Big News Network.
Here’s a breakdown of some of the ways drones have transformed the way civil engineers go about their job.
Speed Up and Streamline the Process
The most obvious way that drones are changing the landscape where surveying and mapping are considered is that they can streamline and speed up the process. Think about how long it takes to send a team on foot to survey and map that same area. If you’re dealing with a large project and a lot of land, this can take quite a while and require not just one but a team of people. That same information can be gathered by drone without the need for a team, and yet it still collects all the same data and more.
Drones provide an overhead view so you can use it for environmental data and topography information which is then used for site maps. While surveyors provide essential information, there’s also the fact that drones can provide more. Things such as 3D laser scanning and aerial drone surveys can take a much more detailed look at the land.
Some Land Isn’t Easy to Survey by Foot
Although surveyors typically go by foot to create the maps, some land isn’t exactly easy to traverse. It can be tough to navigate areas that aren’t reachable by foot, and pockets may be left unexplored. A drone is a logical solution, as navigation isn’t an issue. They can display 360-degree view panoramas that engineers can access in real time. A team of people cannot compete with technology.
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