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Unmanned Aerial Vehicle

Monell 3D employs the latest in UAV technology. UAV data, when integrated with accurate ground control, is ideal for our engineering clients.

Using photogrammetry software, we are able to convert the data captured in each image into accurate 3D models. Recently, we added aerial LiDAR to our services. LiDAR, similar to 3D laser scanning, generates a much denser pointcloud versus traditional UAV photogrammetry. This is ideal for collecting data hidden under a canopy or structural integrity studies.

Another advantage of using UAVs is they greatly reduce the time spent collecting accurate data. Large survey jobs that once took weeks can now be completed in just a few days. UAVs are also much safer than traditional collection methods, greatly reducing slip/trip/fall hazards and eliminating the need to survey in high traffic areas.

Previously unknown Mayan civilizations were discovered under the jungle canopy in northern Guatemala using LiDAR.

Services

  • Landfill topographic surveys
  • Stockpile volumetric calculations
  • Water penetration studies (infrared camera)
  • Emergency response documentation
  • Site construction monitoring
  • Forensic analysis
  • Precision Agriculture using NDVI sensors

History

We have flown hundreds of missions, working closely with local, state, and federal agencies, ensuring safe and incident free flights. We are Part 107 certified and fully insured.

Equipment

  • DJI P4 Pro v2 for traditional UAV mapping
  • Matrice M200 equipped with Riegl VUX-1UAV for aerial and mobil LiDAR mapping

Software

  • Global Mapper with LiDAR extension
  • Pix4D
  • ArcMap

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John Monell

“The UAV has become an essential part of data collection. On a typical landfill project, we map 100 acres an hour with a ground sampling distance (GSD) of 1 inch. The sampling is so dense that we don’t have to manually collect 3D breaklines or other key topographic features. Once the data is processed, the final 3D surface is ideal for design.”

Marketquest.biz Report 34105, September 2020

“ The global Small UAV market size is expected to gain market growth in the forecast period of 2020 to 2025, with a CAGR of 3.7%% in the forecast period of 2020 to 2025 and will expected to reach USD 4672.3 million by 2025, from USD 4035.3 million in 2019.”