Construction Surveying and Drone Technology: A Detailed Overview

This presentation delves into the application of drone technology within the construction surveying field. It begins with an introduction to drones, covering their historical background and different types. The presentation then explores how drones function and their specific applications in the construction industry, including surveying and mapping. Furthermore, it highlights the use of drones in surveying and mapping, examining positioning systems, and the regulations surrounding UAV usage. The presentation also discusses the advantages and disadvantages of using drones in construction, concluding with a summary of the key takeaways and a list of resources.

Drone Technology
In Construction

Introduction
• The first drone had been made in 1918 named as Kettering Bug. It
was built for defense in World War I.
• Types of drones
• Multi Rotor Drones.
• Fixed Wing Drones.
• Single Rotor Helicopter.
• Fixed Wing Hybrid VTOL

Application of drones in Construction
• Drone for Surveying
• Improve safety
• Improve collaboration
• Mitigating Risk

Drones in surveying and mapping
• Interior surveying
• Modeling building

Contd..
• Terrestrial survey

Conclusion
• Various builders have been using drones for gathering real-time
information regarding projects for understanding work on site.

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