19.2.1 - Aerial Surveying and Mapping
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Practice Questions
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What does UAV stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about what kind of vehicle needs no pilot.
Name one output generated from aerial surveying.
💡 Hint: Consider what types of visuals help in mapping and elevations.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What technology uses laser light to measure distances for mapping?
💡 Hint: Think about what light-based technology does.
True or False: UAVs are not useful in surveying wooded areas.
💡 Hint: Consider how UAVs can still gather data despite tree coverage.
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Challenge Problems
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How would you design a UAV flight plan using photogrammetry for a mountainous area to ensure accurate mapping?
💡 Hint: Consider flight altitude and overlap percentages.
Discuss the implications of using LiDAR versus photogrammetry in an urban setting. Which would provide better data and why?
💡 Hint: Think about obstacles in urban landscapes.
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