Mapping & Photogrammetry
Precision in every detail
Quantum Drone Imaging provides aerial mapping and photogrammetry services tailored to the needs of surveying, construction, and insurance companies. Aerial mapping involves capturing high-resolution imagery and data using drones, while photogrammetry uses advanced data acquisition and processing techniques to generate accurate 3D models, topographic maps, and deliver precise measurements.
Greater precision
High-resolution cameras capture comprehensive aerial images with greater pixel density and precision to provide detailed representations of terrain, structures, and objects of interest
More efficient data processing
Advanced photogrammetry software processes drone-captured data to create 3D models, orthomosaics, contour maps, and volumetric calculations more swiftly than conventional methods can, enabling faster project delivery
Increased cost saving
Drones offer a cost-effective alternative to conventional surveying methods with their ability to efficiently cover vast areas which eliminates the need for personnel on the ground, reducing labor hours and associated costs
Improved safety and risk mitigation
Drones provide non-intrusive, remote data capture, minimizing the need for personnel to work in hazardous areas enabling prompt identification of safety concerns
GNSS tripod marking a ground control point on a construction site
We offer both georeferenced and non-georeferenced deliverables, such as orthomosaics, digital elevation models (DEMs), and contour maps. Through the integration of GNSS receivers and ground control points, the imagery is aligned with real-world coordinates, which enables us to deliver georeferenced outputs with high spatial accuracy. Non-georeferenced deliverables, on the other hand, are suitable for projects that do not require precise spatial measurements, such as visual documentation or specific marketing applications. Our versatile approach enables you to choose the most appropriate deliverable based on your specific project requirements and objectives.
Orthomosaics
At Quantum Drone Imaging, we specialize in offering top-notch orthomosaic services, with both georeferenced and non-georeferenced deliverables available.
For surveying, construction, and infrastructure projects in which exact spatial measurements are critical, our georeferenced orthomosaics provide reliable and accurate data to help you make informed decisions and optimize project outcomes. Our orthomosaic services go beyond traditional applications by capturing Google Earth style images that can provide a historical perspective of the surveyed area. Seeing changes over time can help you understand trends, plan for the future, and preserve historical records.
Our non-georeferenced orthomosaics are suitable for visual documentation, marketing applications, and scenarios in which precise spatial accuracy is not the primary concern. These deliverables still provide high-quality images and a comprehensive view of the area, enabling you to explore and present properties or landscapes effectively.
Orthomosaic of 1582 images covering 200 acres
Digital surface model
Digital elevation models
Our digital elevation models (DEMs) provide detailed representations of the Earth’s surface to empower informed decision-making for land surveying, construction planning, environmental analysis, and infrastructure design. We also offer digital surface models, which include above-ground features like buildings and vegetation, and digital terrain models, which focus solely on bare terrain.
Integrating GCPs and advanced photogrammetry techniques, our georeferenced DEMs ensure precise spatial accuracy, making them ideal for projects that require precise measurements. Our non-georeferenced DEMs, on the other hand, serve as cost-effective options for visual presentations and simulations, showcasing elevation data without compromising accuracy.
Drones equipped with high-resolution cameras can cover large areas in a fraction of the time it would take using ground-based techniques, offering significant time and cost savings and providing a safer and more efficient alternative to traditional methods—without disrupting ongoing operations or requiring site closures. Additionally, drone surveys can be conducted more frequently and at various stages of a project, enabling real-time monitoring and analysis, leading to quicker decision-making and improved project outcomes. By incorporating drone technology for DEMs into your workflows, you benefit from accelerated data acquisition, streamlined processes, and, ultimately, improved cost-effectiveness and safety for your projects.
Contour maps
Contour maps are created using photogrammetry, and they offer a clear visualization of a terrain’s elevation, depicting topographical features and variations of a landscape to aid in site analysis, infrastructure design, and earthwork planning. Using drones significantly reduces the need for manual surveys and ground-based data collection, leading to increased efficiency and cost savings and minimizing disruptions to ongoing operations.
Drones equipped with high-resolution cameras fly over the area of interest, capturing multiple images while logging GPS coordinates for precise mapping. Specialized photogrammetry software processes the images, identifying overlapping features to generate a 3D terrain model, forming a point cloud. Contour lines are then interpolated from the point cloud, creating a continuous representation of the terrain’s elevation. These contour maps are delivered digitally, like GeoTIFF files, for easy integration into GIS software..
Drones’ efficiency, accuracy, and safety make them the preferred choice for contour map creation, benefiting industries such as construction, land development, and environmental analysis. They can efficiently cover large areas and access hard-to-reach or hazardous locations, providing you with valuable elevation data for a wide range of applications.
Digital terrain model with contours
Dense point cloud
Point cloud with texture
Dense point clouds
At Quantum Drone Imaging, our dense point cloud services harness the power of drones to collect aerial data over a designated area, capturing multiple images from various angles and then processing them through sophisticated photogrammetry software to create a dense point cloud that precisely represents that terrain’s surface. These dense point clouds provide valuable data for various industries, including construction, engineering, and land development. Their applications range from accurate volumetric calculations and topographic mapping to detailed site analysis and design. With this service, your workflows can be streamlined with access to these high-quality and comprehensive 3D representations, enabling you to make informed decisions and efficiently plan projects.
