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8. Photogrammetry

8. Photogrammetry

Photogrammetry integrates photography, geometry, and computer science to derive accurate spatial data essential for civil engineering applications. It encompasses techniques like aerial and terrestrial photogrammetry, stereoscopy, and utilizes modern tools such as UAVs for high-resolution data capture. Understanding its principles and methods is crucial in applications ranging from urban planning to disaster management.

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  1. 8
    Photogrammetry

    Photogrammetry involves obtaining reliable information about physical...

  2. 8.1
    Principles Of Photogrammetry

    Photogrammetry is the science of obtaining reliable information about...

  3. 8.1.1
    Central Projection

    Central projection involves capturing a perspective image from a single...

  4. 8.1.2
    Perspective Geometry

    Perspective geometry defines the relationship between object space and image...

  5. 8.2
    Classification Of Photogrammetry

    Photogrammetry is classified based on the capture platform and processing method.

  6. 8.2.1
    Based On Platform

    Photogrammetry is classified into aerial and terrestrial types based on the...

  7. 8.2.2
    Based On Processing

    This section categorizes photogrammetry based on processing methods,...

  8. 8.3
    Geometry Of Aerial Photographs

    This section discusses the geometry of aerial photographs, emphasizing...

  9. 8.3.1
    Types Of Aerial Photographs

    This section describes the two main types of aerial photographs used in...

  10. 8.3.2
    Scale Of A Photograph

    The scale of a photograph relates the size of an object on the image to its...

  11. 8.3.3
    Relief Displacement

    Relief displacement refers to the vertical and radial displacement of...

  12. 8.4
    Photogrammetric Terminology

    This section provides essential terminology in photogrammetry, highlighting...

  13. 8.5
    Stereoscopy And Stereo Vision

    Stereoscopy utilizes two overlapping images to create a three-dimensional...

  14. 8.5.1
    Principle Of Stereoscopic Viewing

    The principle of stereoscopic viewing involves capturing two overlapping...

  15. 8.5.2
    Stereoplotters

    Stereoplotters are essential instruments used in photogrammetry to extract...

  16. 8.6
    Orientation Procedures In Photogrammetry

    This section covers the various orientation procedures necessary for...

  17. 8.6.1
    Interior Orientation

    Interior orientation in photogrammetry establishes the internal geometry of...

  18. 8.6.2
    Exterior Orientation

    Exterior orientation is the process of determining the camera's position and...

  19. 8.6.3
    Relative And Absolute Orientation

    This section introduces relative and absolute orientation procedures in...

  20. 8.7
    Ground Control In Photogrammetry

    Ground control points (GCPs) are vital in photogrammetry for ensuring the...

  21. 8.7.1
    Types Of Ground Control

    This section discusses the different types of ground control points (GCPs)...

  22. 8.7.2
    Methods Of Establishing Gcps

    Ground Control Points (GCPs) are critical for achieving accurate geospatial...

  23. 8.8
    Aerial Triangulation

    Aerial triangulation is the process of determining the coordinates of points...

  24. 8.8.1

    Aerial triangulation is essential for extending control over vast areas and...

  25. 8.8.2
    Bundle Block Adjustment

    Bundle Block Adjustment refers to the simultaneous adjustment of overlapping...

  26. 8.9
    Digital Photogrammetry

    Digital photogrammetry involves utilizing digital tools to capture and...

  27. 8.9.1
    Image Acquisition

    Image acquisition in digital photogrammetry involves capturing images using...

  28. 8.9.2
    Image Matching Techniques

    Image matching techniques in digital photogrammetry include feature-based...

  29. 8.9.3
    Digital Surface Models (Dsm) And Digital Terrain Models (Dtm)

    Digital Surface Models (DSM) represent all surface features, while Digital...

  30. 8.10
    Applications Of Photogrammetry In Civil Engineering

    Photogrammetry plays a crucial role in various civil engineering...

  31. 8.11
    Photogrammetry Vs. Remote Sensing

    This section compares photogrammetry and remote sensing, highlighting their...

  32. 8.12
    Recent Advances In Photogrammetry

    This section discusses significant advancements in photogrammetry, including...

  33. 8.13
    Structure From Motion (Sfm) In Photogrammetry

    Structure from Motion (SfM) is a transformative photogrammetric technique...

  34. 8.13.1
    Workflow Of Sfm

    The Workflow of Structure from Motion (SfM) encompasses a series of steps to...

  35. 8.13.2
    Advantages Of Sfm

    Structure from Motion (SfM) offers significant advantages, including not...

  36. 8.13.3

    The limitations of Structure from Motion (SfM) relate to accuracy and...

  37. 8.14
    Uav-Based Photogrammetry

    UAV-based photogrammetry leverages drones to offer high-resolution aerial...

  38. 8.14.1
    Components Of A Uav System

    This section outlines the essential components of a UAV system used in...

  39. 8.14.2
    Advantages In Civil Engineering

    UAVs provide high-resolution data, access to difficult areas, and enable...

  40. 8.14.3
    Flight Planning Essentials

    Flight planning in UAV-based photogrammetry ensures efficient data...

  41. 8.15
    Accuracy And Error Sources In Photogrammetry

    The section discusses the critical importance of accuracy in photogrammetry,...

  42. 8.15.1
    Types Of Errors

    This section discusses the various types of errors that can occur in...

  43. 8.15.2
    Factors Affecting Accuracy

    The accuracy of photogrammetry is influenced by several key factors,...

  44. 8.15.3
    Accuracy Assessment Techniques

    Accuracy assessment techniques are crucial for validating photogrammetric...

  45. 8.16
    Integration With Gis And Remote Sensing

    This section outlines how photogrammetric data integrates with GIS and...

  46. 8.16.1
    Use Of Photogrammetry In Gis

    Photogrammetry integrates with GIS to produce accurate spatial data,...

  47. 8.16.2
    Combined Applications

    This section explores the combined applications of photogrammetry in various...

  48. 8.17
    Software Tools For Photogrammetry

    This section discusses various software tools available for photogrammetry,...

  49. 8.17.1
    Commercial Software

    Commercial software tools for photogrammetry provide powerful capabilities...

  50. 8.17.2
    Open-Source Software

    This section discusses the significance and examples of open-source software...

  51. 8.18
    Ethical And Legal Considerations

    This section emphasizes the importance of ethical guidelines and legal...

  52. 8.18.1
    Uav Regulation In India (Dgca Guidelines)

    This section covers the essential regulations set by the DGCA in India...

  53. 8.18.2
    Data Privacy And Ethics

    This section highlights the importance of data privacy and ethical...

What we have learnt

  • Photogrammetry is essential for accurate spatial data in various civil engineering fields.
  • The classification of photogrammetry includes aerial and terrestrial methods, which can be further divided based on processing techniques.
  • Understanding errors and accuracy in photogrammetric outputs is critical for reliable results.

Key Concepts

-- Photogrammetry
The science of obtaining reliable information about physical objects and the environment through photographic images.
-- Stereoscopy
A technique to create a three-dimensional perception of objects using two overlapping images taken from different angles.
-- UAVBased Photogrammetry
The use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (drones) for capturing high-resolution images for photogrammetry.
-- Ground Control Points (GCPs)
Key reference points in the physical world used to ensure the accuracy of mapping and photogrammetric outputs.

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