Revolutionising Geology with Aerial Photogrammetry and Drones

Have you ever wondered how #geologists obtain accurate topographic maps or 3D models of remote landscapes? With the advent of aerial #photogrammetry techniques, geologists can now obtain precise measurements of natural features and analyze the landscape from above in incredible detail. #Drones equipped with high-resolution cameras are increasingly used in the field of #geology, allowing geologists to collect data quickly and efficiently, saving time and money Aerial photogrammetry is a technique that involves capturing overlapping images of a landscape from different angles and processing them into a single, seamless model. Drones are perfect for this task because they can reach difficult-to-access areas and can hover at different altitudes to capture detailed images from multiple angles. Once the images are captured, specialist software is used to produce detailed #maps, #3D models, and even digital elevation models. These models can be used to identify geological features such as #faults, #folds, and #fractures, and analyze soil #erosion and ground displacement. Time-lapse surveys can even be used to monitor long-term changes such as cliff erosion or monitor mining activity. This data can be used by #geoscientists and #engineers for more production of natural resources and environmental monitoring. In conclusion, aerial photogrammetry techniques with drones are revolutionizing the field of geology, allowing for more accurate measurements and more sophisticated analysis of natural features. While these techniques are relatively new, they are quickly becoming standard practice, and we can expect to see even more innovative applications in the future. Thank you for watching, and be sure to subscribe to our channel for more fascinating science and technology videos. Transform the way geologists work with digital outcrop models using #VRGS, the cutting-edge software tool that streamlines the use of virtual outcrops in your geological analysis workflow. Designed for geoscientists and engineers working on digital outcrop data, VRGS revolutionises the visualisation, interpretation and analysis of digital #outcrop data. Find out more about #VRGS at: Get a free 1-month trial at: Follow VRGeoscience on LinkedIn: Follow VRGeoscience on Twitter: