Optimizing Powerline Mapping with Drone Lidar - Inertial Labs RESEPI, DJI M300 RTK, and Scout 3D

Japan's leading solution for Powerline Corridor Mapping: Apex Co Ltd incorporates Solutions for Corridor Mapping: Inertial Labs RESEPI, DJI M300 RTK, and Scout 3D

Efficient and precise corridor mapping is essential for infrastructure projects like roads, railways, and pipelines. This case study highlights how Apex Co Ltd integrates Inertial Labs RESEPI, DJI M300 RTK, and Spacesium Scout 3D from process to report. 

The Challenge

Mapping extensive corridors presents several challenges, including maintaining high accuracy over long distances, managing large volumes of data, and navigating various types of terrain. To address these challenges, technology must deliver both precision and reliability.

The Solution: Integrating Inertial Labs RESEPI, DJI M300 RTK, and Scout 3D

Inertial Labs RESEPI: The Inertial Labs RESEPI is a state-of-the-art lidar laser scanner known for its superior accuracy and durability. It captures intricate 3D details of corridor features, including both infrastructure and natural terrain, ensuring that every detail is accurately represented in the final model.

DJI M300 RTK: The DJI M300 RTK drone is a versatile tool for aerial surveying, equipped with high-resolution imaging and precise positioning capabilities. This drone covers large areas quickly, providing detailed aerial data crucial for creating comprehensive corridor maps.

Scout 3D: Scout 3D offers advanced software for processing and analyzing data collected by the Apex Co Ltd team on site. It facilitates the creation of detailed 3D models, spatial analysis, and integration of multiple data layers to deliver a complete representation of the powerline corridor.

Implementation and Results

Data Collection: The Inertial Labs RESEPI was used to collect the lidar data, capturing detailed features of the corridor’s infrastructure. More over the  DJI M300 RTK was the drone of choice for the aerial survey. Flights ranged from 80m RL over a number of days.

Data Integration and Processing: Data from the RESEPI lidar sensor was processed with the Inertial Labs processing software software. This integration resulted in the LAS file uploaded to Spacesium Scout 3D with associated 3D models, vectors and 360 imagery

Analysis and Output: With Scout 3D’s tools, the processed data was tiled and uploaded to produce comprehensive projects comprising of tools to analyze the data . These outputs provided valuable insights into the corridor’s alignment, infrastructure, and surrounding terrain, aiding in effective planning and management.

Benefits of Using Inertial Labs RESEPI, DJI M300 RTK, and Scout 3D

Precision and Accuracy: Inertial Labs RESEPI’s high-precision laser scanning and DJI M300 RTK’s reliable drone ensured 1 site visit.

Efficient Data Collection: The combination of the expertise of the Apex Co Ltd ground crew and the reliability for the hardware. A comprehensive coverage of the survey areas, reducing the time required for mapping.

Efficient Workflows: Scout 3D’s advanced processing flexibility enabled the upload of LAS point clouds with 3D models, integrating data from various sources to provide a complete view of the project. 

Enhanced Analysis: Ability to upload design models and other GIS layers enabled the analysis and informed decision-making, supporting effective project planning and management.

Conclusion

Apex Co Ltd integration of Inertial Labs RESEPI, DJI M300 RTK, and Scout 3D technology offers a powerful solution for powerline corridor mapping. This combination delivers high precision, efficiency, and comprehensive data analysis, making it an ideal choice for accurate and detailed corridor modeling.

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