John Halifax

Updateing Measured Building Surveys to include data capture methods using survey grade drones, terrestial laser scanners and SLAM Technology. And adding reality models to the list of deliverables.

 A measured building survey is the process of precisely measuring a building’s dimensions, layout, and structural features to create accurate technical drawings or 3D models. Conducted by professional surveyors, it provides the essential “building block” of information needed for various construction, renovation, and design projects Uses for a measured building survey […]

Heritage Site Survey Solutions

A recent Heritage site survey project involved detailed spatial and condition assessments of historic buildings, landscapes, and an archaeological site using technologies that included 3D terrestrial laser scanning, SLAM scanning, aerial LiDAR and photogrammetry both aerial and terrestrial. These surveys created precise digital models (digital twins) and detailed records of a site’s […]

Forestry: Asset verification, mapping, measurement and valuation.

To measure trees accurately you need to deploy both photogrammetry and LiDAR-equipped devices on drones or backpack. Photogrammetry provides ortho-rectified, geo-referenced images, visual verification of the asset. Drone mounted LiDAR penetrates the forest canopy to provide accurate measurements of individual tree spread and height and ground levels. We know that the […]

Why did we upgrade to the new Hovermap STX. Because it combines SLAM and GPS for precise mapping making it, in our opinion, the best SLAM scanner on the market.

The Hovermap STX with GPS provides more accurate, higher-density 3D mapping with a 300m scanning range, double the laser sensors of the original ST model, and advanced GPS auto-geolocation for effortless alignment to coordinates. It offers faster data acquisition, improved accuracy, longer autonomous flight range in GPS-denied areas, and better performance for […]

What is Reality Capture

Reality capture is the process of digitally documenting a physical environment to create an accurate 3D model, such as a point cloud or mesh. This is achieved using technologies like laser scanning or photogrammetry (using photographs) and can be used for applications in construction, architecture, and surveying to document existing conditions, monitor projects, and create […]

Upgrading to the WingtraGen II.

It’s worth it for professionals like us, focused on fast, high-accuracy mapping and surveying, especially we need to cover large areas efficiently and require reliable data without constant use of ground control points.  The upgrade offers improved construction, flight safety, and landing precision, faster data capture, longer flight times for […]

Mapping in a very challenging environment.

What do you do when you have a very complex site with limited access, a hot dusty environment and the whole area is vibrating? Oh, and the clients says I just need to know where I can fix 6 anchor points……….and we need to keep costs to a minimum! Our […]

It’s time to retire our XR6, and invest in DJI’s first survey grade camera, for professional survey companies.

It marked DJI’s first major entry into the dedicated drone photogrammetry market, expanding their offerings beyond other types of payloads.  Before the Zenmuse P1, other manufacturers offered advanced payloads for drone-based surveying. Including medium-format photogrammetry cameras like Phase One and Vexcel, mounted on professional-grade drones, larger drones like the XR6. The […]

3D Model data capture using Smart Oblique Image Capture

AIMS take delivery of the 1st Wingtra One PPK in the UK

AIMS have now been operating the Wingtra One PPK for over 16 months surveying over 50 large sites around the UK. The Wingtra One PPK the safest and most accurate VTOL drone, for mapping and surveying. Combining vertical take-off and landing with long range flights, it carries the best in […]