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Welcome to your weekly UAS News Update. We have three stories for you this week. First, DJI takes the Department of Defense to court over its "Chinese Military Company" label. Second, the popular DJI Mini 4 Pro gets a huge update enabling third-party app support. And third, drones play a crucial role in rescuing two lost teenagers in Colorado. First up this week, DJI is pushing back legally against the U.S. Department of Defense. On March 14th, DJI filed a motion in federal court challenging the DoD's designation of the company as a “Chinese Military Company,” or CMC. This label comes under Section 1260H of the 2021 National Defense Authorization Act, which targets companies supposedly linked to China's military. DJI argues this designation, first applied in October 2022 and reaffirmed this past January that it is arbitrary, lacks substantial evidence, and harms its business significantly. The company points to terminated contracts and state-level restrictions in places like Florida and Arkansas that limit or ban the use of their drones by public agencies. DJI is asking the court to declare the DoD's actions unlawful and remove them from the CMC list. They claim the DoD ignored a detailed delisting petition submitted last July and failed to provide public justification for the listing as required by recent amendments. DJI contests the DoD's claims about state ownership, stating that its founder and early investors hold the vast majority of stock and voting rights, with state-owned entities having minimal shares. They also dispute the idea that having a National Enterprise Technology Center status links them to the military, noting companies like Volkswagen also hold this civilian-focused status. Next up, there's some exciting news for DJI Mini 4 Pro owners. DJI has released a major update to its Mobile SDK, that's the Software Development Kit, specifically version 5. This update now includes support for the Mini 4 Pro, which is a pretty big deal. What this means is that third-party developers can now create apps that work directly with your Mini 4 Pro. We're talking about popular apps like Litchi, DroneDeploy, and Drone Harmony potentially offering features like advanced flight automation, custom waypoint missions, and better mapping capabilities. This really unlocks some pro-level functionality for a drone that weighs under 250 grams. Now, there's one important catch you need to know. To use these third-party apps via the MSDK, you *must* be using the DJI RC-N2 controller – that's the one that uses your smartphone as the screen. Unfortunately, the DJI RC 2 controller, the one with the built-in screen, doesn't have MSDK support enabled for the Mini 4 Pro at this time. DJI hasn't said if or when that might change. This update also added MSDK support for the professional Matrice 4D cinematography drone and the Matrice 4TD industrial drone. Next up this week, a great story showing drones in action saving lives. Two teenagers got lost while hiking near Carpenter Peak in Colorado's Roxborough State Park last Saturday evening. They did the right thing: they called 911 and stayed put. Douglas County Search and Rescue, along with Colorado Parks and Wildlife, responded around 8:30 p.m. As ground crews started hiking in, the DCSAR drone team lead, Darren Keralla, launched a drone. Despite windy conditions, the drone quickly located the teens, who were flashing a light while sheltering under trees. Using the drone's GPS data (lat/long), rescuers could pinpoint their exact location, streamlining the effort. It's another fantastic example of how drones are becoming invaluable tools for search and rescue operations. https://kdvr.com/news/local/2-lost-teenagers-rescued-with-drone-aid-at-roxborough-state-park/https://dronedj.com/2025/03/21/dji-mini-4-pro-msdk/https://dronexl.co/2025/03/21/dji-court-chinese-military-company-label/
Take a listen to this engaging episode of the Social Change Career Podcast, featuring Kat James, a leading development and tech innovator, certified drone pilot and founder of Four Hundred Feet, a Nairobi-based consultancy dedicated to advancing impactful uses of drone technology. Kat shares her unique journey into the drone industry and offers insights into how drones are transforming sectors such as public health, environmental conservation, and precision agriculture. Why Tune In? Careers in Drone Technology: Explore how to enter the fast-growing field of drones for social impact, from mapping and medical deliveries to policy and program design. Diverse Career Paths in the Drone Sector: Whether you're a techie interested in engineering and coding or focused on project management, policy, or communications, Kat highlights how drones offer opportunities for a wide range of professionals. Transformative Applications: Learn about drones being used for landmine detection, targeted malaria intervention, and precision agriculture, illustrating the potential for technology to drive meaningful change. Breaking Barriers in Tech: Hear Kat's perspective on increasing diversity in the drone industry and her efforts to reduce barriers such as training and licensing costs. Ethical Considerations: Gain insights into the challenges of ensuring ethical and impactful uses of drones, and the importance of addressing the digital divide in this evolving field. About Kat James Kat James is the founder of Four Hundred Feet a drone consultancy based in Nairobi, Kenya, working to amplify the impact of NGOs, researchers, and social good organizations. She is a certified drone pilot with credentials from the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority and the US FAA. With a dual master's degree in public health and information science, Kat is passionate about leveraging drone technology for social good and serves on the advisory boards of initiatives like the Commercial UAV Expo's Path to Leadership Program and DroneDeploy's Resilient Futures Grant Program. Key Resources from the Episode Four Hundred Feet: Learn more about Kat's consultancy supporting impactful drone applications. Subscribe to Kat's Drones for Good Weekly Newsletter 150+ Drone Courses: Access Kat's curated list of courses, from beginner tutorials to sector-specific training: Drone Course Resource. Drones Doing Good Alliance: Explore their work and read the insightful report, What's Ethics Got to Do With It?: Drones Doing Good Alliance. Flying Labs: We are a global network of independent local knowledge hubs convening local experts in professional drone, data and AI services for social good. WeRobotics: supports and connects local experts in drone, data and AI technologies. PCDN Resources Sign up for the PCDN Weekly Impact Newsletter: Get the world's best jobs, funding, and opportunities in social impact. Subscribe here. Explore over 170+ episodes of the Social Change Career Podcast: Available on PCDN.Global or any major podcasting platform. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and share!
Role of drones in the construction industry, how data and analytics is used in the construction industry and managing drone projects On Today's podcast, we have a special guest, Joshua Marriott, Director of VDC and Field Solutions at the Weitz company, talking to us about the role of drones in the drone industry. Today's podcast is brought to you by the December 6th Drone Mapping and Flight Mastery class. Out special bootcamp is a three-day boot camp plus one-day Flight Mastery Training. We will be introducing and flying a variety of data acquisition types followed by discussion and instruction on how to process the acquired data. From Pix4d Mapper to Pix4d React, to Drone Deploy and Optelos. Students will go through a total of 12 exercises to master the workflow for various deliverables. The goal is to map and build models of this training's location. We have only 2 seats available and to sign up please reach out to Rob. We invite our special guest, Joshua Marriott, to our studio today to discuss about drones in the construction industry. Joshua comes with many years of managing challenging projects in the construction industry and is an expert at managing drone programs and projects. We discuss very important of construction industry and the role drones and drone data plays in ensuring the operational efficiency of the industry is maintained. We discuss about data, technology, use cases, data analytics, hard lessons learnt, GCP use and also the potential impact of DJI ban on the drone industry. Free Video Series: Unlock Your Drone's Profit Potential in Real Estate Discover how to create compelling real estate photos, videos, and walk-throughs that sell properties fast and command premium rates. Get Free Instant Access Tune in to this comprehensive episode to learn valuable insights from Joshua and understand better about the role of drones in the construction industry. Tune in today !! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [00:45] What does VDC stand for and Learn more about our Dec Mapping class [06:55] Why VDC is valid for the entire lifecycle of the project as against specific phases of a project [13:27] How does bedrock mapping avoid expensive additional work and time in industries such as solar [14:26] How is data being used in the construction industry for savings, legalities and many more use cases [18:43] How do companies determine the value of using a drone vs deploying traditional project practices and costs and technology involved [32:21] How difficult is it for companies like Skydio to bring out data analytics solutions [37:25] What are the some of the hardest lessons learnt in managing drone projects and teams [51:57] Is there a list of when to use and not use GCPs on projects [55:03] How does a DJI, Autel Ban impact the role of drones in the drone industry?
Check out these highlights from this year's awesome event!!! 02:29 - David Fischl, Owner at O'Fischl Inclusion Consulting LTD 12:45 - Tyler Stewart, Solutions Manager at Swinerton 21:45 - Daniel Tabar, Co-Founder & President at Atomontage Inc. 34:30 - Mike Winn, CEO at DroneDeploy 50:48 - Joaquin Flores, VDC Manager, Vaughn Construction 1:03:21 - Zachary Stoner, Regional Manager and Drone Program Administrator at Sunrun 1:19:40 - Jaresiah Desrosiers, Senior Project Manager at Build Health International 1:31:00 - Davis Meeks, Assistant Project Manager at Garney Construction 1:43:10 - Ben Oller, Business Development Lead at GEODNET
Brendan Playford is the co-founder of Masa, a leading innovator in decentralized AI and blockchain technology. With a dynamic background in the tech industry, Brendan has founded multiple successful ventures, including Constellation Labs, where he served as CEO, and Pngme, where he was the co-founder and CEO. He also held significant roles at The Bureau, a blockchain incubator, and DroneDeploy, where he led demand generation. Brendan's journey into web3 began with a personal exploration of Bitcoin mining in 2013, which led him to recognize the transformative potential of decentralized technologies. He utilized his self-taught computer science skills and a Physics education from Berkeley to build a credit score platform for Africa, demonstrating his commitment to using technology for social good. At Masa, Brendan focuses on creating a decentralized data network that empowers users by compensating them for their data contributions while providing developers with private-by-default user data to build innovative applications. Masa's vision of an open and Fair AI ecosystem is making AI applications accessible and equitable to everyone. About Masa Masa is building the largest zero-knowledge user data network in the world. Masa is architecting the “decentralized Google'' for the AI era: A scalable, secure, and resilient global data marketplace, where billions of users get compensated by their data contribution, and millions of developers build innovative applications using private-by-default user data. Masa has amassed more than 1 million user wallets through exponential growth since launch in August 2022. It was incubated by Coinlist's Seed Program and Binance's Most-Valuable-Builder Accelerator. Profile Links: - Twitter: https://x.com/BrendanPlayford- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendanplayford/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crypto-hipster-podcast/support
What are the best equipment and parameters for success in a busy construction/mapping world? Today's episode has been sponsored by Drone U's October Mapping bootcamp. This is our three-day boot camp plus one-day Flight Mastery Training. We will be introducing and flying a variety of data acquisition types followed by discussion and instruction on how to process the acquired data. From Pix4d Mapper to Pix4d React, to Drone Deploy and Optelos, students will go through a total of 7 exercises to master the workflow for various deliverables. The goal is to map and build models of this training's location. Register for our October Mapping bootcamp HERE Today's episode is also brought to you by FreeFly drones. FreeFly Drones allow pros around the world are rigging their Freefly gear to capture shots that used to be impossible. Reach out to Drone U to learn more about FreeFly drones and how their systems and technology is creating new trends in the world of drones. Free 5-Day Course: The $250M+ Drone Real Estate Formula Discover how you can leverage your drone expertise to land high-paying jobs in the real estate market. Get Free Course On Today's podcast, we discuss equipment, softwares and drones that pilots can use to achieve financial success in the construction world and how drone business can plan their business model. Our question for today is from Giona in Italy who would like to know our suggestions for achieving success in the construction world. he would like to know the MVP for deliverables and aspects that drone pilots can keep in mind while working with construction clients. Tune in to learn about how you can plan pre, during and post construction business models and packages that you can offer. We discuss drones, softwares and multiple deliverables that you can explore to entice and offer to your clients and the costs involved to achieve financial success in the world of drones in construction. Tune in today !! Other Links to: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OgVKvqTItto Drone U's review of the Anafi AI drone Rick Scott Bill Amendment: https://www.rickscott.senate.gov/services/files/A6BB2664-F497-4CEE-8599-33227DDBE060 Tune in today !! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [03:46] Today's show is about equipment and parameters for success in today's busy construction and mapping world [10:09] Today's question on launching a successful drone business in construction world and minimum parameters for success. [12:29] Can you achieve a great deal with used drones in construction? [15:35] What are the minimum equipment required and the packages we recommend offering to clients along with augmenting deliverables [21:31] Ensuring construction companies stay relevant with exceptional deliverables from drone contractors [29:59] Stuff that pilots can deliver to construction companies using these software, data sets and drones. [35:14] What are important post construction deliverables can drone companies offer to construction companies [40:27] Summary of deliverables that pilots can offer to their clients to get big dollar jobs
DJI Ban - what can i do to help my business survive the ban ? On Today's podcast, we discuss the DJI ban and how things are evolving in the industry. Will you and your business survive this evolution of the drone industry, how you can navigate this scenario if it happens and what drones are going to be right for you ? Join us as we discuss all this and much more on this exciting and informative episode. Today's episode has been sponsored by Drone U's October Mapping bootcamp. This is our three-day boot camp plus one-day Flight Mastery Training. We will be introducing and flying a variety of data acquisition types followed by discussion and instruction on how to process the acquired data. From Pix4d Mapper to Pix4d React, to Drone Deploy and Optelos, students will go through a total of 7 exercises to master the workflow for various deliverables. The goal is to map and build models of this training's location. Register for our October Mapping bootcamp HERE Other Links to: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OgVKvqTItto Drone U's review of the Anafi AI drone Rick Scott Bill Amendment: https://www.rickscott.senate.gov/services/files/A6BB2664-F497-4CEE-8599-33227DDBE060 Tune in today !! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [02:28] What are the implications of the steps taken for DJI Ban and how to navigate and mitigate the impact [07:01] Learn more about the Drone U Mapping Bootcamp in Loveland, CO [09:09] Today's question is on DJI Ban, alternatives available [12:40] What is the difference between the NDAA blue and non blue versions of drones [15:31] The history of the DJI ban and the multiple bills in place for a DJI ban [27:29] Navigating the ban and making sense of steps to counter the DJI ban and how business pricing gets impacted with costlier alternatives [32:40] What are some of the best alternatives to DJI drones - Parrot Anafi, ACSL drones, Skydio X10, Inspire Flight Drone, FreeFly Astro [44:40] Understanding cost accounting and analyzing your expenses and revenues and Drone U's upcoming class on business planning.
James is a General Partner at Airtree Ventures and this is a very rare public interview with him, we understand his first since 2018. James has a particular interest in software, infrastructure and fintech and led Airtree's investments in A Cloud Guru, Constantinople, DroneDeploy, Zepto, Buildkite and Secure Code Warrior.Prior to joining Airtree, James spent 15 years working in the US, UK and Asia. He was Vice President at Accel Partners, the VC fund behind Slack, Dropbox, Facebook and Spotify.James was born in Canberra and now lives in Sydney, Australia.Hosted by Vidit Agarwal, Founder of Curiosity Center and The High Flyers Podcast.It's now time to explore your curiosity. If you're keen to discuss sponsorship and partnering with us, email us at vidit@thehighflyerspodcast.com today! ***CLICK HERE to read show notes from this conversation. Please enjoy!***Follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn or TwitterGet in touch with our Founder and Host, Vidit Agarwal directly hereContact us via our website to discuss sponsorship opportunities, recommend future guests or share feedback, we love hearing how to improve! Thank you for rating / reviewing this podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, it helps others find us and convince guests to come on the show! ***The High Flyers Podcast re-imagines the traditional notion of a "high flyer" and is a premier product of the Curiosity Center. The podcast showcases the journeys of relatable role models from their sunrise (childhood) to today. Listeners love the unique and direct inside access to these relatable role models, companies and industries in every walk of life to help us all be 1% better everyday, together.170+ guests have joined Vidit Agarwal on the show from around the world including Heads of state, Olympians, Business and cultural leaders, Social Advocates, Investors, Entrepreneurs and more. Past guests include: Anil Sabharwal, Mark Suster, Ahmed Fahour, Holly Ransom, Daniel Petre, Paul Bassat, Simon Holmes a Court, Michael Traill, Osher Gunsberg, Ed Cowan, Carol Schwartz, Wyatt Roy, Jack Zhang, Martijn Wilder, Holly Kramer and more.The Curiosity Center is your on-demand intelligence hub for knowledge, connections and growth to achieve your potential, everyday. Join 200,000+ Investors, Founders, Decision Makers and Emerging Leaders. Learn with the world's best at www.curiositycenter.xyz***
Discover the top applications for planning and executing drone waypoint missions with David Young, founder of Drone Launch Academy. Learn about options ranging from affordable apps like Litchi to more advanced solutions like DroneLink and DroneDeploy. Whether you're a hobbyist or professional drone pilot, this episode covers free and paid options to automate your drone flights, capture perfect orbits, and streamline your workflow.Key topics covered:Popular waypoint mission apps: Litchi, DroneLink, DroneDeployFree options for beginners: Pix4D CaptureEnterprise solutions: DJI Pilot, UGCSPlanning missions on computer vs. mobileApplications for construction, inspections, and videographyCompatibility with different drone modelsLearn how to take your drone flying to the next level with automated waypoint missions!#DroneWaypoints #FlightAutomation #DroneApps #Litchi #DroneLink #DroneDeploy #DJIPilot #Pix4DCapture #DroneMissions #DroneMapping #ConstructionDrones #DroneInspections #DroneVideography #DJIDrones #DroneLaunchAcademy #DroneAutomation #WaypointMissions #DroneOrbits #DroneFlightPlanning #DroneTechnology
Welcome to Elevating Drone Life, the podcast for drone professionals !! We are super excited to announce the launch of Elevating Drone Life, our new podcast show hosted by PJ Kirkpatrick, Director of Operations, Drone U. Elevating Drone Life is a podcast for drone professionals by drone professionals. It is a podcast that takes you on a journey through the exciting and ever-evolving world of drone technology. Each week, we'll be speaking with professionals from all walks of the drone industry, Drone U Elite Instructors and members to learn about their experiences, insights, and tips for success. We'll explore the latest trends in drone technology, dive into real-world applications, and uncover the unique challenges and opportunities facing today's drone pilots. On our show today, we talk to Jonathan Hartland, from innovative mind behind Skybird Drone Services based in Houston, Texas. Jon has been part of our mapping bootcamps and experience training programs and is winning projects in the drone industry through his innovative approach and better client managing skills. Jon elaborates on his experience and gear and talks about his approach about acquiring clients and projects. Jon's speaks of innovative approach of becoming a consultant for clients rather than just being a salesperson while meeting and discussing with client and Jon's approach to project discussion. In this detail packed episode we also discuss other aspects of drone industry and construction projects such as accuracy issues, sales cycle and DroneDeploy. Tune in to this show as we explore the fascinating world of drone technology and discover the amazing insights from Jonathan in the drone industry. Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [01:53] Jonathan's experience at the Drone U Experience training [02:33] Jonathan speaks about his current and ongoing projects and his equipment [05:00] Understanding client's needs today and the mix of production and marketing requirements [06:53] Educating the client about drone capabilities and Jonathan's workflow for getting projects and being a salesperson vs consultant [14:03] Dealing with accuracy questions from clients [20:08] Jonathan shares his sales cycle for projects [24:45] Jonathan's focus and niche in the drone industry and how Jon is able to support his clients [25:55] Jon's take on DroneDeploy and improvement opportunities for using DroneDeploy [29:00] Advice from Jon on running a successful drone business and ways to connect with Jon
Get ready to explore the skies with our latest podcast episode featuring Mohamed Mostafa, the Lead Technical Authority at Trimble. Uncover the groundbreaking advancements in drone mapping and how Trimble's cloud-based processing is empowering precision data collection for the masses. This is your chance to hear from an industry titan about the future of UAS technology and its significant impacts. Don't miss this insightful episode that simplifies complex geospatial concepts, making them as accessible as watching your favorite show on Netflix. Listen now and join us in witnessing the evolution of an industry!
Welcome back to another episode of Your Drone Questions Answered! In today's episode, John and David Young, the founder of Drone Launch Academy, discuss some must-have apps for both recreational and commercial drone pilots. The apps are categorized into flight automation, flight planning, insurance, and editing.Starting with flight automation, David introduces the Litchi app, a versatile tool for programming your drone's flight path and camera movements. Another powerful app is DroneLink, which goes beyond Litchi, offering advanced features like inspections and mapping. Drone Deploy and Pix4D Capture are also mentioned for creating lifelike models and maps.Moving on to flight planning, David recommends the Aloft app for checking airspace rules and regulations. UAV Forecast is highlighted for assessing wind conditions, crucial for safe drone flights. Additionally, David briefly mentions a new app called Drone Assist Flight Planning.When it comes to insurance, Skywatch AI stands out as a reliable option, offering on-demand liability coverage tailored to your specific needs. What's unique is that the app provides a safe driver score, potentially leading to reduced insurance costs based on your piloting skills.Lastly, David touches on video editing apps for those interested in cinematic footage. CapCut is recommended as a popular and user-friendly mobile video editor. DJI's own version, Light Cut, is mentioned, along with Adobe Lightroom for editing photos.John and David wrap up the episode by emphasizing the dynamic nature of the drone app market and encourage listeners to share their favorite apps for future discussions.If you have a burning drone-related question, head over to ydqa.io or the Drone Launch Connect community, and we'll ensure you get the answers you need. Until then, happy flying, and we'll see you in the sky!
How should you plan your business plan? What factors should you considering while selecting a niche? Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U In-person Events. If you're looking to enhance your flight skills (and who among us doesn't need to enhance our flight skills), we are hosting our last in-person mapping training in November in beautiful Colorado. This is our three-day boot camp plus one-day Flight Mastery Training. We will be introducing and flying a variety of data acquisition types followed by discussion and instruction on how to process the acquired data. From Pix4d Mapper to Pix4d React, to Drone Deploy and Optelos. Students will go through a total of 7 exercises to master the workflow for various deliverables. The goal is to map and build models of this training's location. Join us today !! On today's show we discuss about developing a blueprint for your drone business and what are the best ways to achieve a solid blueprint. Our question for today is from Sebastian from Costa Rica who would like to know what would be the best way to get a drone business started and how he can effectively plan a blueprint and decide on the domain that he can venture to run a successful business. Thanks for the question Sebastian. On today's episode we delve into the many factor new and old business owners need to consider while running a drone business. We start off discussing about regulations, certifications and developing a business acumen for running a drone business. We then discuss the first few steps of doing a business and how business owners can perfect their craft. Lastly we also discuss about choosing a domain, the benefits of working in a domain and bootstrapping and working your way up a domain. Tune in today to learn more and discover the steps to running a successful business ! Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [0:51] Overview of today's episode on running a drone business [02:40] Today's question on developing a blueprint for a drone business [04:44] Getting certified and developing business acumen for running a business [07:01] Determining and working on the first few steps in your business [10:01] Choosing your domain and working in a niche and being systematic in your approach [13:21] Bootstrapping, getting a drone and working your way up - financial aspects
How to obtain accurate mapping data? RTK use without GCPs? Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U In-person Events. If you're looking to enhance your flight skills (and who among us doesn't need to enhance our flight skills), we are hosting our last in-person mapping training in November in beautiful Colorado. This is our three-day boot camp plus one-day Flight Mastery Training. We will be introducing and flying a variety of data acquisition types followed by discussion and instruction on how to process the acquired data. From Pix4d Mapper to Pix4d React, to Drone Deploy and Optelos. Students will go through a total of 7 exercises to master the workflow for various deliverables. The goal is to map and build models of this training's location. Join us today !! On today's show we discuss about RTKs, GCPs and mapping accuracy and conducting successful mapping missions. Join us for today's episode where we discuss mapping in detail and go over the need for using RTK, GCPs. Our question from John today is about knowing more on RTKs, GCP and mapping data accuracy. Thanks for the question John, there has always been the need for pilots to be mindful of the many parameters for obtaining great mapping data and in today's podcast we go over all of them. We address John's question on using RTK without GCPs and provide the process for executing a perfect mapping mission and gather accurate data. Tune in today to learn more ! Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [01:55] Overview of today's episode on GCP, Mapping, data acquisition accuracy [03:33] Today's question on GCP, RTK and accurate data collection [06:20] Marking GCP and the process involved [14:01] Using an RTK unit and steps to obtain data accurately
Is the P4A/ P4P relevant? What use cases is it being used? Will DJI continue to support it? Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U In-person Events. If you're looking to enhance your flight skills (and who among us doesn't need to enhance our flight skills), we are hosting our last in-person mapping training in November in beautiful Colorado. This is our three-day boot camp plus one-day Flight Mastery Training. We will be introducing and flying a variety of data acquisition types followed by discussion and instruction on how to process the acquired data. From Pix4d Mapper to Pix4d React, to Drone Deploy and Optelos. Students will go through a total of 7 exercises to master the workflow for various deliverables. The goal is to map and build models of this training's location. Join us today !! On today's show we discuss P4P, P4A, the Mavic3Pro for 3D Modeling and use cases for these drones. Our question for today is from Mike who would like to know if the P4P is still relevant in the industry. Thanks for the question Mike, we start off our discussion about the argument between professional drones, consumer drones and enterprise drones. We discuss budgeting, use cases and 3D modeling software and drones and new company along with the many technical specifications of these drones and their use cases that pilots should know. Mike also wanted to know about heating issues and we answer ways to address the heating issues. Tune in today to learn more about getting the best bang for your buck and how to effectively chose and purchase your drone. Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [01:55] Is the P4P/P4A still relevant in the industry? [02:55] Today's question from Mike on P4A, P4P and heating issues [06:07] Using the Mavic3Pro for 3D Modeling [10:11] Are P4A still being used? And why?
How can pilots address the requirements of remote ID? Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U In-person Events. If you're looking to enhance your flight skills (and who among us doesn't need to enhance our flight skills), we are hosting our last in-person mapping training in November in beautiful Colorado. This is our three-day boot camp plus one-day Flight Mastery Training. We will be introducing and flying a variety of data acquisition types followed by discussion and instruction on how to process the acquired data. From Pix4d Mapper to Pix4d React, to Drone Deploy and Optelos. Students will go through a total of 7 exercises to master the workflow for various deliverables. The goal is to map and build models of this training's location. Join us today !! On today's show we discuss about the deployment of remote ID and how pilots can navigate the requirements of the remote ID mandate. Our question for today is from Jason who would like to know how to address FAA requirements on remote ID when registering their drones. Thanks for the question Jason. With FAA rolling out the requirements for Remote ID, pilots are now faced with understanding and interpreting the requirements on remote ID. We delve into the details of the regulatory requirements of remote ID, FAA's mandate on the policy and what we believe is the FAAs plan for rolling out such a regulatory model. We deep dive into how pilots can legally go about addressing these regulations using solutions that are available in the market. Tune in today to learn more about Remote ID and how as a drone pilot you can stay compliant. Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [03:44] Details on the last mapping in-person class for the year [05:29] The drones we commonly see in our mapping classes [09:47] Today's question on registering drones and dealing with remote id [14:03] What we believe is the FAAs take on remote id [19:31] Can we legally comply with remote ID using products in the markets?
In this episode of the Propcast, host Louisa Dickins explores the value of drones with Mike Winn, CEO and co-founder of DroneDeploy, and David Thirlwell, Director of Operational Excellence at Stiles Construction. They explore how drones have become widely accessible in recent years, providing a bird's eye view of job sites and delivering structured, detailed data to enhance safety and efficiency. Mike shares how DroneDeploy has gained over 5,000 customers worldwide, revolutionising the way businesses operate in sectors like oil, gas, and construction. David emphasizes the importance of finding the right technology solution to maximize efficiency and productivity. Despite market challenges and budget cuts, this episode highlights how businesses who are embracing forward-thinking technology will thrive in the future. Tune in to hear how drones are shaping the digital future of smart buildings and beyond. Companies mentionned NASA Autodesk NEOM Google Episode Highlights The benefits of using drones for aerial data capture The use of drones in various industries, including construction, oil, gas and solar energy The growth and success of DroneDeploy, with over 5,000 customers worldwide David's experience using DroneDeploy's technology to improve construction processes and identify potential issues early on The importance of finding the right technology solutions and being open-minded to adopting new technologies in the construction industry The future of automation in the drone industry, and the future of DroneDeploy Key Takeaways While technology investments may seem expensive at first, the value lies in the ability to catch and resolve problems early, saving time and money in the long run. - David Already we have a vision that every job site should be digitized. And if we can do that, we will enable all the workers to really understand what's going on and help them do their job more safely and more effectively. - Mike The use of technology, such as drones and 3D scanners, allows for accurate verification of construction elements like sleeves in concrete, reducing the risk of costly mistakes and schedule delays. - David The adoption of technology in the construction industry is receptive, with companies like Stiles Construction being open to exploring new tools and solutions to improve efficiency and mitigate risks. - Mike Stiles Construction values trust and reliability in technology providers, and they have found DroneDeploy to be a great partner in bringing new tools and solutions to the table. - David The future of drones in the construction industry is promising, with the expectation that every major job site will have a drone in the next five years. - Mike About Our Host Louisa Dickins Louisa is the Co-Founder of LMRE, which has rapidly become the market-leading global built environment recruitment platform and search consultancy, specializing in finding the best strategic talent for the most innovative organisations in PropTech, ConTech, Smart Buildings, ESG, Sustainability and Strategic Consulting with operations across North America, United Kingdom, Europe, Asia-Pacific and MENA. To promote the industry she is so passionate about, Louisa set up the Global podcast ‘The Propcast' where she hosts and invites guests from the built environment space to join her in conversation about innovation.
Welcome back to another episode of "Your Drone Questions Answered"! In today's episode, we answer the question "How can someone get into mapping when DroneDeploy is expensive per month?" To shed light on this, John brings in David Young, the founder of Drone Launch Academy, who shares some insights and alternatives for affordable mapping software.David starts by addressing the rising costs of DroneDeploy and PIX4D and points out that DroneDeploy is now even pricier than before, with an annual subscription costing $6,000 or $600 per month. He suggests that there are alternatives, which might not be as well-known but are more budget-friendly.First, David mentions Maps Made Easy, a California-based company that offers a pay-as-you-go system. You can start small, and as you need more capabilities, purchase credits for processing. Maps Made Easy is a great option for beginners who don't want to break the bank.Next, David introduces Birdi, an Australian company with a similar pay-as-you-go model. Birdie offers affordability and flexibility, making it an excellent choice for those starting out in mapping or looking to save money.David also touches on other alternatives like Reality Capture, primarily for 3D visualizations, and free software tools like Google Earth Pro and QGIS for basic analysis.For students, David highlights the fantastic student pricing offered by PIX4D, making their powerful software much more accessible. Students can get PIX4D Mapper for just $100 per year, a significant discount compared to the regular price.In conclusion, if you're looking for affordable mapping software options, there are alternatives to the pricey DroneDeploy and PIX4D. David's insights provide a roadmap for drone enthusiasts and professionals to find the right solution for their needs.Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share this episode if you found it helpful. If you have your own burning drone questions, submit them at YDQA.io or through the Drone Launch Connect private community. We're here to help you navigate the skies of knowledge!Stay tuned for more insightful episodes, and we'll see you in the sky!
Following yet another fantastic response for our ConTech-focused 11th season, we are thrilled to unveil what we have planned for the upcoming season! As the demand for secure, energy-efficient developments continues to soar, the number of smart buildings worldwide is projected to climb from 45 million to 115 million by 2026. This is why for season 12 of the Propcast we are focusing on all things ‘smart', where I will be joined by some of the leading Smart Building companies in the space, featuring the likes of Kode Labs, Haltian, Drone Deploy, Smart Spaces, and many, many more! Make sure to subscribe to the Propcast and leave us a 5* rating for this season - you'll not want to miss it! About Our Host Louisa Dickins Louisa is the co-founder of LMRE, which has rapidly become the market leading global PropTech recruitment platform and search consultancy with operations across North America, United Kingdom, Europe and Asia-Pacific. To promote the industry she is so passionate about, Louisa set up the Global podcast ‘The Propcast' where she hosts and invites guests from the built environment space to join her in conversation about innovation. About LMRE LMRE is globally recognised for leading the way in Real Estate Tech & Innovation talent management. From the outset our vision was to become a global provider of the very best strategic talent to the most innovative organisations in PropTech, ConTech, Smart Buildings, ESG, Sustainability and Strategic Consulting. At LMRE we are fully committed at all times to exceed the expectations of our candidates and clients by providing the very best advice and by unlocking exclusive opportunities across our global network in the UK, Europe, North America, MENA and Asia-Pacific.
How can owners grow their drone business? Are there any hacks outside of traditional marketing ways to get clients? Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U In-person Events. If you're looking to enhance your flight skills (and who among us doesn't need to enhance our flight skills), we are hosting a day of flight training through our upcoming Mapping Bootcamp with Flight Mastery Course and new Subject tracking training in September. This is our three-day boot camp plus one-day Flight Mastery Training. We will be introducing and flying a variety of data acquisition types followed by discussion and instruction on how to process the acquired data. From Pix4d Mapper to Pix4d React, to Drone Deploy and Optelos. Students will go through a total of 7 exercises to master the workflow for various deliverables. The goal is to map and build models of this training's location. The primary goal of the class is to teach students the strategies and techniques we've learned over the past several years that will enable students to fly with confidence and in a way that mitigates risk while pushing themselves to be the best pilot possible. Join us today !! On today's show we discuss about ways pilots can get clients and keep a steady flow of client pipeline to grow drone business Our question for today is from Ben who has tried all traditional methods for getting clients and would like to know our recommendations for finding new clients and growing his business. We hear you Ben. This is a frequent question that drone business owners ask us and today we share our tips and recommendations along with insights into the drone industry that can help business owners get more business. We start off our response to Ben providing insights into the expectations from pilots in today's drone market and what makes a successful pilot. We then dig into the details about how and why pilots should produce high quality videos and master their craft along with the important getting to know your why. We share insights into top 3 verticals in the drone industry for getting jobs and three key things for pilots to focus to help them get clients. Lastly we also go over the many ways and opportunities in today's drone market to get jobs and find new clients to effectively grow one's business Tune in today to this information packed episode to grow your drone business! Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [02:48] Today's question on how to find clients if there are no responses to all marketing efforts [05:02] Pointers for pilots to know about the requirements in the industry [09:38] Generating high quality videos that most pilots avoid and master the art [11:32] Finding your why [12:00] Top 3 drone jobs and verticals to focus on for maximing earnings [14:51] Three key things for pilots to focus in terms of skills [18:02] Other ways to find drone jobs and opportunities in the market
What are the different solutions available for mappers to deliver accuracy in mapping deliverables? How can pilots make cost effective solutions for mapping requirements Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U In-person Mapping Bootcamps. Join us for our three-day boot camp plus one-day Flight Mastery Training in beautiful Colorado. We will be introducing and flying a variety of data acquisition types followed by discussion and instruction on how to process the acquired data. From Pix4d Mapper to Pix4d React, to Drone Deploy and Optelos. Students will go through a total of 7 exercises to master the workflow for various deliverables. The goal is to map and build models of this training's location. Join us today !! On today's show we discuss in detail all about mapping and technologies such as GCP, RTK, and ways pilots can make the best decision for the business without breaking the bank. Today's question is from Preston, who would like to know about mapping and GCPs and all the best options available for mapping pilots without breaking the bank. Thanks for the question Preston, we start off this episode by walking through the best ways to plan a budget when working on a budget and share some examples of how cost effective solutions have provided the best accuracies in deliverables. When then go over GCPs and the ideal conditions to use them along with specifics of GPS Unit recommended to shoot GCP. Other key things we discuss in today's episode is about factors such as signals and RTK integration, specifically, how close does the internet connection needs to be and if pilots should always shoot gcp'S and if Drone Deploy RTK integration good? Tune in today to listen to the detail and information packed episode and learn more about mapping technologies!! Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [01:47] Learn all about Drone U's mapping bootcamp and flight mastery classes [04:09] Today's question on GCPs, RTK and bringing accuracy to mapping missions without breaking the bank [07:41] Planning your budget when working on mapping missions [09:55] Why aero points can be a good solution for mapping pilots and using PPK data for mapping data [12:17] When should pilots use GCP and when should they use drones like the Wingtra and other solutions for mappers [09:55] Why aero points can be a good solution for mapping pilots and using PPK data for mapping data
What are the different solutions available for mappers to deliver accuracy in mapping deliverables? How can pilots make cost effective solutions for mapping requirements Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U In-person Mapping Bootcamps. Join us for our three-day boot camp plus one-day Flight Mastery Training in beautiful Colorado. We will be introducing and flying a variety of data acquisition types followed by discussion and instruction on how to process the acquired data. From Pix4d Mapper to Pix4d React, to Drone Deploy and Optelos. Students will go through a total of 7 exercises to master the workflow for various deliverables. The goal is to map and build models of this training's location. Join us today !! On today's show we discuss in detail all about mapping and technologies such as GCP, RTK, and ways pilots can make the best decision for the business without breaking the bank. Today's question is from Preston, who would like to know about mapping and GCPs and all the best options available for mapping pilots without breaking the bank. Thanks for the question Preston, we start off this episode by walking through the best ways to plan a budget when working on a budget and share some examples of how cost effective solutions have provided the best accuracies in deliverables. When then go over GCPs and the ideal conditions to use them along with specifics of GPS Unit recommended to shoot GCP. Other key things we discuss in today's episode is about factors such as signals and RTK integration, specifically, how close does the internet connection needs to be and if pilots should always shoot gcp'S and if Drone Deploy RTK integration good? Tune in today to listen to the detail and information packed episode and learn more about mapping technologies!! Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [01:47] Learn all about Drone U's mapping bootcamp and flight mastery classes [04:09] Today's question on GCPs, RTK and bringing accuracy to mapping missions without breaking the bank [07:41] Planning your budget when working on mapping missions [09:55] Why aero points can be a good solution for mapping pilots and using PPK data for mapping data [12:17] When should pilots use GCP and when should they use drones like the Wingtra and other solutions for mappers [09:55] Why aero points can be a good solution for mapping pilots and using PPK data for mapping data
In this episode of Your Drone Questions Answered, join host John Dickow and special guest Michael Lilley, a chief pilot and mapping expert, as they dive into the world of drone mapping software. Discover the best mapping software to use for drones and gain insights into its various applications.Michael Lilley shares his expertise as a drone pilot, working both for a construction company and independently. He highlights the importance of drone mapping in various scenarios, including coastal surveys, land monitoring, and construction site progress reports. By capturing aerial images and creating ortho rectified photos, mapping software allows for accurate documentation and comparison over time.When it comes to drone mapping software, Michael recommends DroneDeploy and Pix4D. He explains how DroneDeploy, a user-friendly desktop-based software, enables him to retain control of his data and generate precise maps. Pix4D, on the other hand, offers the granularity he needs to mark ground control points accurately, ensuring top-level accuracy in his mapping projects.John and Michael discuss the simplicity of getting started with DroneDeploy, as it only requires uploading photos to the software. They also share a humorous encounter involving Michael's distinctive beard that led to a chance meeting with David Young, the founder of Drone Launch Academy.Don't miss this informative and entertaining episode where you'll gain valuable insights into the best mapping software for your drone projects. Subscribe to Your Drone Questions Answered for more expert advice and answers to your burning drone-related questions.
In this episode of "Your Drone Questions Answered" David Young, founder of Drone Launch Academy, discusses the use of drones for cell tower inspections. He is joined by Sam McGuire from Field Sync, an expert in the field. They dive into the topic and provide valuable insights on how drones are revolutionizing cell tower inspections.Sam shares his background experience with drones and cell towers, highlighting the opportunities that arise from integrating traditional workforce with drone technology. They discuss the evolution of the market and the importance of tailoring workflows to gather and analyze data effectively.In the early days, tower inspections were limited to the perspective of climbers and involved manual assessments of equipment, connections, and potential safety hazards. However, with the introduction of drones, the process has become more efficient and safer. Drones provide a comprehensive 360-degree view of the tower, allowing for detailed analysis and identification of issues such as loose connections, damaged structures, or safety system deficiencies.The discussion delves into the concept of a digital twin, where drones capture high-quality visual data that can be used for 2D visual assessments or to create a complete digital representation of the tower. This digital twin approach enables advanced analytics and detailed reporting for a better understanding of the tower's condition and maintenance needs.Sam emphasizes the importance of compliance with network operators' requirements, insurance coverage, and necessary documentation when conducting cell tower inspections. He also mentions the availability of software tools like DroneDeploy and Pix4D, which offer tower-specific options for processing the collected data and generating accurate digital representations.If you're interested in learning more about drones and cell tower inspections, this episode provides a wealth of information and practical insights from industry experts. Information on TIA 222- https://natehome.com/regulations-standards/standards/tia-222-g/
The MapScaping Podcast - GIS, Geospatial, Remote Sensing, earth observation and digital geography
Rapid is a free open-source web-based editor for an OpenStreetMap. In the past the focus was on conflating AI-generated datasets with OpenStreetMap data but the future for this editor is conflating authoritative datasets with OpenStreetMap. Humans are in the loop, people reviewing data authoritative datasets and adding them to OpenStreetMap with a few clicks! So you might be wondering, what is Authoritative data? And perhaps it doesn't even matter what authoritative means maybe the most important thing is it correct. If you are interested in OpenStreetMap you might enjoy this episode https://mapscaping.com/podcast/openstreetmap-is-a-community-of-communities/ which is a great introduction to OpenStreetMap as a project but also explains some of the commercial interest in updating the map which adds a lot of context to Rapid and its development and future. Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team If you have not heard of Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team this is well worth checking out! https://www.hotosm.org/ Segment Anything (SAM) can segment objects by simply clicking or interactively selecting points to include or exclude from the object. This makes it a user-friendly tool for image segmentation. https://segment-anything.com/ Mapillary Mapillary is a platform that provides street-level imagery and map data from all over the world. The platform is powered by collaboration and computer vision, which helps in generating and maintaining up-to-date, detailed maps. https://mapscaping.com/podcast/scaling-map-data-generation-using-computer-vision/ GeoSpatial Jobs! Drone Deploy's Earthworks team is looking for an experienced Back End Engineer Full time / Remote NV5 is looking for a Senior GIS Analyst https://mapscaping.com/jobs/ Want to help? I could really use some support!
Welcome back to another exciting episode of Your Drone Questions Answered! In this episode, our host John Dickow is joined by Ted Strazimiri, the founder of Sky Deploy UAS, a leading drone service provider. They delve into the topic of cut and fill calculations and explore how drones revolutionize this process.Ted shares his journey of starting Sky Deploy in 2017, driven by his passion for photography, aviation, and technology. Despite lacking a background in surveying, Ted leveraged available resources to teach himself the art of cut and fill calculations. He emphasizes the importance of gaining hands-on experience and focusing on the value of the data collected by drones.Throughout the conversation, Ted highlights the versatility of drones as a tool for various applications. From counting cars in parking lots to volume calculations for piles of sand or rocks, drones offer a unique perspective and aid in inspections. Ted's expertise lies in using photogrammetry, a technique that generates a point cloud and extracts measurements such as volume.In the traditional method, surveyors manually collect points using poles and high-accuracy GPS receivers. However, drones equipped with photogrammetry software offer a faster and more precise alternative. Ted explains how images captured by drones are processed using software like Pix4D Mapper, Open Drone Map (ODM), or DroneDeploy to create 3D models of the area of interest.The video concludes with Ted recommending tools like Pix4D Mapper and DroneDeploy, which have built-in measurement capabilities, as well as platforms like nera.app for visualizing and measuring 3D models generated from drone data.Join us for this informative episode as we explore the fascinating world of cut and fill calculations with drones. Don't miss out on the valuable insights and practical tips shared by Ted Strazimiri, a true expert in the field of drone technology!
Do states hold authority on airspace over the FAA? What can one do against state attempting to control airspace Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U In-person Mapping Bootcamps. Join us for our three-day boot camp plus one-day Flight Mastery Training in beautiful Colorado. We will be introducing and flying a variety of data acquisition types followed by discussion and instruction on how to process the acquired data. From Pix4d Mapper to Pix4d React, to Drone Deploy and Optelos. Students will go through a total of 7 exercises to master the workflow for various deliverables. The goal is to map and build models of this training's location. Join us today !! On today's show we discuss about states continuing to regulate airspace operations over the FAA and plan to pass regulations. Our question for today is from Ryan who is referring to Montana's recent attempt to regulate airspace in Montana and if states hold authority over the FAA. Thanks for the question Ryan. We address this continuing issue of states attempting (and potentially failing) to controlling airspace. We discuss past instances and cases of states attempting to regulate the airspace and eventually failing with the FAA ensuring that they continue to control airspace. We discuss what pilots can do in such scenarios and how they can be advocates of ensuring right authority is maintained for pilots to fly consistently in the US airspace. Tune in today to learn more !! Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [01:15] Today's question senate bill proposed in Montana and does the FAA laws hold good [02:29] What past instances of states trying to overrule the federal laws are relevant [03:40] Does Montana have the authority to enforce their rules [06:33] The topic of public domain and airspace management and what can one do about advocating senators
Do states hold authority on airspace over the FAA? What can one do against state attempting to control airspace Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U In-person Mapping Bootcamps. Join us for our three-day boot camp plus one-day Flight Mastery Training in beautiful Colorado. We will be introducing and flying a variety of data acquisition types followed by discussion and instruction on how to process the acquired data. From Pix4d Mapper to Pix4d React, to Drone Deploy and Optelos. Students will go through a total of 7 exercises to master the workflow for various deliverables. The goal is to map and build models of this training's location. Join us today !! On today's show we discuss about states continuing to regulate airspace operations over the FAA and plan to pass regulations. Our question for today is from Ryan who is referring to Montana's recent attempt to regulate airspace in Montana and if states hold authority over the FAA. Thanks for the question Ryan. We address this continuing issue of states attempting (and potentially failing) to controlling airspace. We discuss past instances and cases of states attempting to regulate the airspace and eventually failing with the FAA ensuring that they continue to control airspace. We discuss what pilots can do in such scenarios and how they can be advocates of ensuring right authority is maintained for pilots to fly consistently in the US airspace. Tune in today to learn more !! Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [01:15] Today's question senate bill proposed in Montana and does the FAA laws hold good [02:29] What past instances of states trying to overrule the federal laws are relevant [03:40] Does Montana have the authority to enforce their rules [06:33] The topic of public domain and airspace management and what can one do about advocating senators
Can pilots use the Phantom 4 RTK minus the RTK to conduct specific flight missions like Orbits? Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U In-person Mapping Bootcamps. Join us for our three-day boot camp plus one-day Flight Mastery Training in beautiful Colorado. We will be introducing and flying a variety of data acquisition types followed by discussion and instruction on how to process the acquired data. From Pix4d Mapper to Pix4d React, to Drone Deploy and Optelos. Students will go through a total of 7 exercises to master the workflow for various deliverables. The goal is to map and build models of this training's location. Join us today !! Today's show is about discussing if pilots chose the Phantom 4 RTK over the Phantom 4 Pro or v2, can the RTK be used for conducting specific flight missions? Our question for today is from James, who has purchase a P4 RTK drone and would like to know if it can be used without the RTK to add third party applications for conducting specific flight missions. Thanks for the question James. In this short episode we discuss if the RTK can be used for mapping missions specific to what James has asked and what are the pitfalls of using the RTK and how pilot experience can mitigate these to an extent. We talk about the orbital missions James would like to perform and elaborate on how the RTK can be used to perform these movements. Lastly we touch upon some trending softwares that allow pilots to make visually appealing videos in orbital movements but functionally are limited in their application. Tune in today to learn more about how the P4 RTK can be used and how you can get the best value from your flight missions. Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [02:33] Today's question on recommendation for purchasing a Phantom drone [06:02] Does the RTK function for mapping and the importance of pilot skills [07:42] How can pilots make orbital movements using their Phantom RTK drone [10:02] What are some of the new trending softwares available in the market for making videos
Can pilots use the Phantom 4 RTK minus the RTK to conduct specific flight missions like Orbits? Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U In-person Mapping Bootcamps. Join us for our three-day boot camp plus one-day Flight Mastery Training in beautiful Colorado. We will be introducing and flying a variety of data acquisition types followed by discussion and instruction on how to process the acquired data. From Pix4d Mapper to Pix4d React, to Drone Deploy and Optelos. Students will go through a total of 7 exercises to master the workflow for various deliverables. The goal is to map and build models of this training's location. Join us today !! Today's show is about discussing if pilots chose the Phantom 4 RTK over the Phantom 4 Pro or v2, can the RTK be used for conducting specific flight missions? Our question for today is from James, who has purchase a P4 RTK drone and would like to know if it can be used without the RTK to add third party applications for conducting specific flight missions. Thanks for the question James. In this short episode we discuss if the RTK can be used for mapping missions specific to what James has asked and what are the pitfalls of using the RTK and how pilot experience can mitigate these to an extent. We talk about the orbital missions James would like to perform and elaborate on how the RTK can be used to perform these movements. Lastly we touch upon some trending softwares that allow pilots to make visually appealing videos in orbital movements but functionally are limited in their application. Tune in today to learn more about how the P4 RTK can be used and how you can get the best value from your flight missions. Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [02:33] Today's question on recommendation for purchasing a Phantom drone [06:02] Does the RTK function for mapping and the importance of pilot skills [07:42] How can pilots make orbital movements using their Phantom RTK drone [10:02] What are some of the new trending softwares available in the market for making videos
Mapping softwares available in today's markets and their limitations and capabilities. When should pilots choose softwares like DroneDeploy, Pix4D and cloud solutions available today Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U In-person Mapping Bootcamps. Join us for our three-day boot camp plus one-day Flight Mastery Training in beautiful Colorado. We will be introducing and flying a variety of data acquisition types followed by discussion and instruction on how to process the acquired data. From Pix4d Mapper to Pix4d React, to Drone Deploy and Optelos. Students will go through a total of 7 exercises to master the workflow for various deliverables. The goal is to map and build models of this training's location. Join us today !! Today's show is about discussing the many mapping software options pilots have today for volumetric measurements and which softwares provides best value for money. Our question for today is from Andrew who is performing mapping missions to provide volumetric measurement deliverables to his clients and would like to know the best software suited for the purpose considering Andrew relies on a Mac device for his work. Thanks for the question Andrew. In this short episode today, we quickly jump into the many options that are available in the market and the advantages and limitations of each of them. Specifically we jump into discussing the many benefits and drawbacks of softwares such as DroneDeploy, Pix4D and discuss if cloud solutions are an alternative. We discuss why we believe DroneDeploy is best suited for Andrew's case and share the insights the software can develop. Tune in today to learn more about drone mapping softwares and reach out to us should you have a question on mapping projects. Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [02:33] Today's question on recommendation for drone mapping software for volumetric [03:42] What are the many mapping solutions that are available today and what they offer to pilots [05:32] A comparison of solutions offered by DroneDeploy, Pix4D etc [07:28] Software to use when pilot doesn't have a windows system and DroneDeploy limitations
Mapping softwares available in today's markets and their limitations and capabilities. When should pilots choose softwares like DroneDeploy, Pix4D and cloud solutions available today Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U In-person Mapping Bootcamps. Join us for our three-day boot camp plus one-day Flight Mastery Training in beautiful Colorado. We will be introducing and flying a variety of data acquisition types followed by discussion and instruction on how to process the acquired data. From Pix4d Mapper to Pix4d React, to Drone Deploy and Optelos. Students will go through a total of 7 exercises to master the workflow for various deliverables. The goal is to map and build models of this training's location. Join us today !! Today's show is about discussing the many mapping software options pilots have today for volumetric measurements and which softwares provides best value for money. Our question for today is from Andrew who is performing mapping missions to provide volumetric measurement deliverables to his clients and would like to know the best software suited for the purpose considering Andrew relies on a Mac device for his work. Thanks for the question Andrew. In this short episode today, we quickly jump into the many options that are available in the market and the advantages and limitations of each of them. Specifically we jump into discussing the many benefits and drawbacks of softwares such as DroneDeploy, Pix4D and discuss if cloud solutions are an alternative. We discuss why we believe DroneDeploy is best suited for Andrew's case and share the insights the software can develop. Tune in today to learn more about drone mapping softwares and reach out to us should you have a question on mapping projects. Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [02:33] Today's question on recommendation for drone mapping software for volumetric [03:42] What are the many mapping solutions that are available today and what they offer to pilots [05:32] A comparison of solutions offered by DroneDeploy, Pix4D etc [07:28] Software to use when pilot doesn't have a windows system and DroneDeploy limitations
⭐ My guest today is Mike Winn, Founder and CEO of DroneDeploy. DroneDeploy is a software company harnessing drones to provide interior and exterior visual data – any altitude, any angle, all in one platform. They have raised over $140M and serve over 5,000 businesses in 180 countries, including 18 of the 20 largest construction companies. ---
It's easy to get distracted by shiny new tools on the market… But to drive the best outcomes for your project, you need to first focus on the problem – and only then ask yourself whether the answer is a new tool, a better process or both. In the latest episode of Built Different, co-hosts Grant Hagen and Brian Vizarreta sit down with Jesse Jones, Emerging Technologies Manager at Swinerton, and Matt Daly, General Manager at DroneDeploy, to discuss how to innovate from the ground up and why a problem-centric approach will help you find the best solution for your job. Swinerton is a commercial construction company with over 135 years of experience behind them. Since their founding, Swinerton's rich culture of innovation has helped them become a premiere builder in the U.S. This episode was recorded live at Groundbreak 2022.
Is DJI moving to limit third party apps on their devices? Whats the road ahead for third party application and how this impacts drone purchase decisions? Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U courses. With over 41 courses covering range of topics, from business growth, safe flying to wedding videography, Drone U courses have been tailored to give you the best value for your membership. Know more about Drone U courses and how our membership can give you access to all courses. On Today's show we discuss if DJI has made a deliberate move to limit third party integrations on the RC Pro? Our question for today is from Steve who would like to know why DJI is avoiding integration with third party apps, how pilots can utilize third party apps such as Drone Deploy while utilizing DJI's products. Thanks for the question Steve !! We start off our response by informing our viewers as to what DJI has to mention in its recent announcements on integrations and how DJI plan to bring any future integrations through its SDK. We also address drones that would work with applications such as Drone Deploy and how such integrations can help pilots make informed decisions while purchasing a drone and things that pilots need to be aware of, during drone purchases. In today's episode we also do a quick review of the Mavic 3 Enterprise and the M30T discussing the features, pricing and use cases. Tune in today if you'd like to make informed purchase of a drone during this Holiday season!! Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [00:58] Overview of today's show on Mavic 3 and Mavic 3 Enterprise, applications and mapping capabilities [03:21] Today's question on why DJI does not allow third party apps on their drones [04:48] What does DJI have to mention about SDK and future business decisions that we can expect from DJI [05:58] Drones that Drone Deploy would work and is compatible with [09:35] This drone is the most closest to replace the Phantom 4 v2 [10:00] Mavic 3 Enterprise and M30T drone comparisons
Is DJI moving to limit third party apps on their devices? Whats the road ahead for third party application and how this impacts drone purchase decisions? Today's episode is brought to you by Drone U courses. With over 41 courses covering range of topics, from business growth, safe flying to wedding videography, Drone U courses have been tailored to give you the best value for your membership. Know more about Drone U courses and how our membership can give you access to all courses. On Today's show we discuss if DJI has made a deliberate move to limit third party integrations on the RC Pro? Our question for today is from Steve who would like to know why DJI is avoiding integration with third party apps, how pilots can utilize third party apps such as Drone Deploy while utilizing DJI's products. Thanks for the question Steve !! We start off our response by informing our viewers as to what DJI has to mention in its recent announcements on integrations and how DJI plan to bring any future integrations through its SDK. We also address drones that would work with applications such as Drone Deploy and how such integrations can help pilots make informed decisions while purchasing a drone and things that pilots need to be aware of, during drone purchases. In today's episode we also do a quick review of the Mavic 3 Enterprise and the M30T discussing the features, pricing and use cases. Tune in today if you'd like to make informed purchase of a drone during this Holiday season!! Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [00:58] Overview of today's show on Mavic 3 and Mavic 3 Enterprise, applications and mapping capabilities [03:21] Today's question on why DJI does not allow third party apps on their drones [04:48] What does DJI have to mention about SDK and future business decisions that we can expect from DJI [05:58] Drones that Drone Deploy would work and is compatible with [09:35] This drone is the most closest to replace the Phantom 4 v2 [10:00] Mavic 3 Enterprise and M30T drone comparisons
In this episode, Jeremy Eastwood, the Head of Engineering at DroneDeploy, talks about velocity and adding processes as your team grows. Key Takeaways: Metric to measure velocity Reconciling struggles Experimenting while using guardrails Devote an engineer to reliability during each sprint Making sure there is an expected result when experimenting When to sit back and let the team execute Definition of done and compliance Seeing the whole field and providing feedback to your managers About today's guest: Jeremy Eastwood is the Head of Engineering at DroneDeploy. Jeremy oversees the talented engineering org at DroneDeploy and aspects of its core product offering, including mobile applications, cloud platform and infrastructure, computer vision engine, and 3rd party ecosystem. He was one of the first hires at DroneDeploy and has been a part of the growth from a seed-stage startup to the market leader in digital reality capture, with over 250 employees and offices worldwide. Before DroneDeploy, Jeremy worked in research on the design of jet engines and holds a Ph.D. in aerodynamics from the University of Cambridge. Outside work, he enjoys hiking around the Bay Area with his family. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremy-eastwood/ ___ Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Tech Trek, and we would appreciate it if you would take a minute to rate and review us on your favorite podcast player. Want to learn more about us? Head over at https://www.elevano.com Have questions or want to cover specific topics with our future guests? Please message me at https://www.linkedin.com/in/amirbormand (Amir Bormand)
(This episode is a rebroadcast of an interview we did in 2020.) Brian Ringley is the Construction Technology Manager Boston Dynamics. Much of his work centers on the Spot robot. You could call it an “agile mobile robot” or a “quadraped.” Or you could just call it a robot dog. But it's more than just a robot dog, and it's more than just an agile quadraped. It's a platform for all kinds of functions. Spot can carry various payloads that serve a range of functions: Autonomous laser scanning Continuous site monitoring with continuous 360-degree video Examination of environments that are radioactive or otherwise dangerous to humans In short, Spot can provide the large data sets that allow project managers to employ some of the more ambitious AI solutions that are now available. Brian shares about a Boston Dynamics partnership with Drone Deploy. We discuss some unexpected applications of Spot, including some work in the entertainment industry: Latte, the steampunk dog at Universal Studios park A performance with Cirque du Soleil Youtube influencers making weird videos Brian walks us through Spot's abilities and limitations, explaining how much human guidance is needed for various functions. He's clear about the fact that Spot won't fix all of the challenges with BIM, but he discusses how integrations with things like Avvir show promise. We discuss the social aspects of robots like Spot, including how people respond when they first encounter a robot like this one. Eddie shares that his initial reaction when he saw Spot was, “That's cool, but what would I do with that?” Brian discusses the fact that Spot can help contractors pay subs more quickly by verifying the status of their work. (Tyler makes the connection between this insight and our interview with Pete Dumont.) As you can imagine, this technology is advancing all the time. If you're interested in seeing an update on the Spot developments (since this interview was recorded in 2020), check out this video. Brian's Megaphone Message: Don't confuse technology problems with business model problems. Businesses will benefit when they intelligently take on risk where there's a potentially substantial reward. Find Brian online: Brian's LinkedIn - Brian's Instagram - Brian's Twitter - Boston Dynamics and Spot Find Us Online: BrosPodcast.com - LinkedIn - Youtube - Instagram - Facebook - Eddie's LinkedIn - Tyler's LinkedIn If you enjoy the podcast, please rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to us! Thanks for listening! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today, we're diving into AI and its applications in the energy sector. Our guest is Andrey Konchenko, Senior Product Manager at DroneDeploy. Andrey previously spent fifteen years at Schlumberger, a gigantic firm with 100k+ employees in the energy sector, and he now works on drones, robotics, and computer vision at DroneDeploy. We discuss three main topics in today's episode. First, what has made artificial intelligence relevant for business leaders in the energy sector now? Second, we explore individual use-cases for ground robotics, flying robotics, and some novel computer vision applications. Lastly, Andrey provides adoption advice for leaders who are considering this technology in the energy space. This episode is brought to you by DroneDeploy. To learn more about reaching Emerj's global audience, visit emerj.com/ad1.
Today's guest is Nick Pilkington, CTO of DroneDeploy. We're focusing on clean energy in this episode, and Nick walks us through how AI is becoming more relevant in cleantech. He goes in-depth about where drones and artificial intelligence serve a purpose for retail solar panels and charging electric vehicles with specific use-cases. Nick also talks about the future and what kinds of new capabilities drones and ML can bring to bear. In the last five years, there's been a lot of change in the energy sector, and Nick provides his perspective on where the future is taking us. This episode is brought to you by DroneDeploy. To learn more about Emerj Media and how to reach our global executive audience, visit emerj.com/ad1.
S2 | E20 In this episode we talk with Mike Winn of DroneDeploy. Amazing company doing amazing things to not only integrate but simplify the use of drone functionality in agriculture. He call them flying robots. We call it cool.
With multiple software packages available in the drone industry, how do pilots decide on using one? Today's question is from Felipe on how pilots can choose a particular software, considering there are many options available for a single application in the drone industry. Pilots today are spoilt for choices on using drone software for a particular application leading to complex purchasing decisions and the follow up learning curve with these softwares for related business deliveries. We address this very important question for pilots today, going over the many softwares that are available and how you can choose one over the other. We start off today's episode introducing Drone U's mindmap for navigating the drone industry landscape giving pilots a clear career path to pursue as they progress through their development. The mindmap has been shared on the Drone U community and we are sharing the map for our podcast viewers. We then briefly discuss how the combination of flight skills, software and having a consistent drive enables pilots to be successful in the drone industry. Thereafter we delve into a comprehensive analysis of the mindmap, showing and describing the software, their application and use in the industry. In our last segment we touch upon the best practices when conducting a drone business and how entrepreneurs can achieve success through simple but critical business decisions such as delegation and customer-centric business solutions. This podcast is by far our most comprehensive analysis of the drone industry, the skills you require to hone, the softwares required and you do not want to miss this one ! Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [1:00] Drone U's mind map on skills+software+industry to navigate the drone business space [4:00] Today's question on ways to navigate the many softwares available in the drone market for drone applications [6:45] How flight skills integrate into a pilot's ability to produce quality deliverables [12:00] Mapper and DroneDeploy software for mapping and opensource OpenDroneMap [13:20] Why Drone U teaches mapping using Mapper and a brief synopsis of each software [26:35] Where are thermal maps being used in the drone industry? [32:43] Parameters that drive software purchase decisions [35:22] The importance of delegation and its ability to power growth [38:00] Recommendations for pilots to dive deep in a certain vertical droneopportunitiesmindmap
With multiple software packages available in the drone industry, how do pilots decide on using one? Today's question is from Felipe on how pilots can choose a particular software, considering there are many options available for a single application in the drone industry. Pilots today are spoilt for choices on using drone software for a particular application leading to complex purchasing decisions and the follow up learning curve with these softwares for related business deliveries. We address this very important question for pilots today, going over the many softwares that are available and how you can choose one over the other. We start off today's episode introducing Drone U's mindmap for navigating the drone industry landscape giving pilots a clear career path to pursue as they progress through their development. The mindmap has been shared on the Drone U community and we are sharing the map for our podcast viewers. We then briefly discuss how the combination of flight skills, software and having a consistent drive enables pilots to be successful in the drone industry. Thereafter we delve into a comprehensive analysis of the mindmap, showing and describing the software, their application and use in the industry. In our last segment we touch upon the best practices when conducting a drone business and how entrepreneurs can achieve success through simple but critical business decisions such as delegation and customer-centric business solutions. This podcast is by far our most comprehensive analysis of the drone industry, the skills you require to hone, the softwares required and you do not want to miss this one ! Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [1:00] Drone U's mind map on skills+software+industry to navigate the drone business space [4:00] Today's question on ways to navigate the many softwares available in the drone market for drone applications [6:45] How flight skills integrate into a pilot's ability to produce quality deliverables [12:00] Mapper and DroneDeploy software for mapping and opensource OpenDroneMap [13:20] Why Drone U teaches mapping using Mapper and a brief synopsis of each software [26:35] Where are thermal maps being used in the drone industry? [32:43] Parameters that drive software purchase decisions [35:22] The importance of delegation and its ability to power growth [38:00] Recommendations for pilots to dive deep in a certain vertical
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What are the best practices when using DroneDeploy during mapping missions? Are there any preferred workflows to using DroneDeploy? Today's question is from Justin, who wants to know if DroneDeploy is the software of choice for use in mapping missions and what are some of the best practices around the use of DroneDeploy. We begin today's episode by listing the best resources for pilots undertaking mapping missions and going over the best workflows for an efficient and effective mapping mission. We then discuss how customer requirements can be a game changer to mapping projects deliveries and why pilots need to often consider this aspect when planning flight missions. We study DroneDeploy and its benefits and compare it with another leading mapping software solution, the Optelos, and delve into which software is better for today's mapping demands. A true assessment of a software is not complete by reviewing its application in mapping projects and we precisely trim down the comparisons between commercial and residential applications of mapping missions and how software plays a critical role in such projects. In our last segment we focus on how Pix4D is better suited for 2D applications and summarize the workflow for pilots to follow when pursuing a mapping mission. Whether you are a seasoned veteran in the mapping world or looking to get started into drone mapping, this is an episode you don't want to miss. Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [1:17] Learn more about Drone U's PROPS roof inspection training [3:05] Today's question on DroneDeploy for mapping and what are the best practices and workflow for using DroneDeploy mapping [5:24] Best resources for workflow process for mapping and measurements [5:36] Best processing software for mapping projects and how client requirements play an important role in choosing a software [7:21] DroneDeploy vs Optelos and which software is better [9:02] How does a commercial mapping project differ from a residential mapping project from a software aspect [9:36] Using Pix4D react for 2D mapping [11:36] Workflow requirements for drone pilots conducting mapping projects
What are the best practices when using DroneDeploy during mapping missions? Are there any preferred workflows to using DroneDeploy? Today's question is from Justin, who wants to know if DroneDeploy is the software of choice for use in mapping missions and what are some of the best practices around the use of DroneDeploy. We begin today's episode by listing the best resources for pilots undertaking mapping missions and going over the best workflows for an efficient and effective mapping mission. We then discuss how customer requirements can be a game changer to mapping projects deliveries and why pilots need to often consider this aspect when planning flight missions. We study DroneDeploy and its benefits and compare it with another leading mapping software solution, the Optelos, and delve into which software is better for today's mapping demands. A true assessment of a software is not complete by reviewing its application in mapping projects and we precisely trim down the comparisons between commercial and residential applications of mapping missions and how software plays a critical role in such projects. In our last segment we focus on how Pix4D is better suited for 2D applications and summarize the workflow for pilots to follow when pursuing a mapping mission. Whether you are a seasoned veteran in the mapping world or looking to get started into drone mapping, this is an episode you don't want to miss. Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps: [1:17] Learn more about Drone U's PROPS roof inspection training [3:05] Today's question on DroneDeploy for mapping and what are the best practices and workflow for using DroneDeploy mapping [5:24] Best resources for workflow process for mapping and measurements [5:36] Best processing software for mapping projects and how client requirements play an important role in choosing a software [7:21] DroneDeploy vs Optelos and which software is better [9:02] How does a commercial mapping project differ from a residential mapping project from a software aspect [9:36] Using Pix4D react for 2D mapping [11:36] Workflow requirements for drone pilots conducting mapping projects
This week you hear from Grant Hagen, a guy who spends his 9-5 as a Strategic Product Consultant for DroneDeploy. But if you know Grant, you know that even though he was on the cutting edge of deploying drones on construction sites as a useful tool, he's so much more than the OG of drones. In this episode you hear Grant's story of learning to love the Lord, grow in his faith, and wrestle with things that needed his attention in various seasons of life.Grant's story is wonderful, and wonderfully told by a genuine guy who truly loves people, loves the construction industry, and loves the Lord. No matter your life season, stage, or phase, you're gonna be blessed by this one, folks.
As pilots keep up with increasing mapping demand should they choose Propellor or Pix4D and what are the implications of choosing either? With mapping continuing to be a critical drone application in the drone world, what software should drone pilots to ensure accuracy and high precision deliverables? In today's show we discuss and compare in detail, 2 key software in the drone mapping world - the Propellor and Pix4D, and how choosing either can impact precision, accuracy, budget, ease of convenience and a whole lot more. Our question for today, is from Bob, who would like to specifically know if he should opt for Pix4D or Propellor for his photogrammetry requirements. We start off the episode discussing how zoom affects marking your available flight data and driving accuracy in mapping. We then detail the Pix4D mapper's performance on generating topography maps. We also discuss limitations of using cloud software in generating aerial maps and the ways in which pilots can mitigate them. Before delving into a direct comparison of Pix4D and Propellor we also discuss key concepts in mapping such as the use of aeropoints, PPK vs RTK comparison and why pilots need to understand these key aspects to enable them to use software effectively. Lastly, we discuss why Pix4D Mapper can provide you the best maps for your projects including specifics on the tools and how you can work with Pix4D react and manage customer expectation and deliverables. You don't want to miss this show to know all about common mapping solutions and how they can help you take your deliverables to the next level ! Drone U has specific courses for Mapping and in-person classes to take your skills to the next level. Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps [01:40] How much of zooming in on marking your data helps drive accuracy in mapping results [06:30] Upcoming Drone U in-person classes [07:10] Today's question on comparing Pix4D vs Propellor for photogrammetry requirements [08:28] Pix4D mapper's performance on topography maps [09:22] Limitations of using Cloud based software [10:03] Using aeropoints vs GCPs for collecting data [11:33] A comparison of PPK vs RTK [13:00] Comparison of Propellor vs Pix4D [19:42] Working with Pix4D react and managing customer expectation, deliverables. [21:58] Drone Deploy updates and new release features [23:21] Why Pix4D mapper can provide you the best maps for your projects
As pilots keep up with increasing mapping demand should they choose Propellor or Pix4D and what are the implications of choosing either? With mapping continuing to be a critical drone application in the drone world, what software should drone pilots to ensure accuracy and high precision deliverables? In today's show we discuss and compare in detail, 2 key software in the drone mapping world - the Propellor and Pix4D, and how choosing either can impact precision, accuracy, budget, ease of convenience and a whole lot more. Our question for today, is from Bob, who would like to specifically know if he should opt for Pix4D or Propellor for his photogrammetry requirements. We start off the episode discussing how zoom affects marking your available flight data and driving accuracy in mapping. We then detail the Pix4D mapper's performance on generating topography maps. We also discuss limitations of using cloud software in generating aerial maps and the ways in which pilots can mitigate them. Before delving into a direct comparison of Pix4D and Propellor we also discuss key concepts in mapping such as the use of aeropoints, PPK vs RTK comparison and why pilots need to understand these key aspects to enable them to use software effectively. Lastly, we discuss why Pix4D Mapper can provide you the best maps for your projects including specifics on the tools and how you can work with Pix4D react and manage customer expectation and deliverables. You don't want to miss this show to know all about common mapping solutions and how they can help you take your deliverables to the next level ! Drone U has specific courses for Mapping and in-person classes to take your skills to the next level. Get Your Biggest and Most Common Drone Certificate Questions Answered by Downloading this FREE Part 107 PDF Make sure to get yourself the all-new Drone U landing pad! Get your questions answered: https://thedroneu.com/. If you enjoy the show, the #1 thing you can do to help us out is to subscribe to it on iTunes. Can we ask you to do that for us real quick? While you're there, leave us a 5-star review, if you're inclined to do so. Thanks! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-drone-u/id967352832. Become a Drone U Member. Access to over 30 courses, great resources, and our incredible community. Follow Us Site – https://thedroneu.com/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/droneu Instagram – https://instagram.com/thedroneu/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thedroneu YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/droneu Timestamps [01:40] How much of zooming in on marking your data helps drive accuracy in mapping results [06:30] Upcoming Drone U in-person classes [07:10] Today's question on comparing Pix4D vs Propellor for photogrammetry requirements [08:28] Pix4D mapper's performance on topography maps [09:22] Limitations of using Cloud based software [10:03] Using aeropoints vs GCPs for collecting data [11:33] A comparison of PPK vs RTK [13:00] Comparison of Propellor vs Pix4D [19:42] Working with Pix4D react and managing customer expectation, deliverables. [21:58] Drone Deploy updates and new release features [23:21] Why Pix4D mapper can provide you the best maps for your projects
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