The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation utilizes drone LiDAR for the first time with the services of T3 Global Strategies, utilizing TrueView 3D Imaging Systems for an aerial surveying project.
T3 Global Strategies, a state and federally recognized business, provides mapping, engineering, surveying, and GIS services in both the public and private sectors. They also have an advanced Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Mapping Program, with certified photogrammetrists and licensed Surveyors on staff. T3 is not just another “drone mapping company.”
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation had a road drainage project in an urban area, where water was backing up and flooding roadways. Due to the size of the area, vegetation, and the need to quickly find a solution, T3 Global Strategies recommended TrueView Drone LiDAR Surveying for this project, instead of a manned flight. In a first for PennDOT, they approved the use of drone technology to scan the area and provide topographic planimetric mapping data and high res orthophotography. In turn, Engineers from PennDOT will use the data to design better drainage.
However, a busy neighborhood, pedestrian distractions, and local air-traffic will keep the surveying team from T3 Global Strategies on their toes. See how they navigate these challenges in these 2 drone surveying reality show episodes.
