How GPS-Free UAV Survey Tech Transforms Forest Mapping
Most people think drones can map any piece of land if the pilot knows what they’re doing. But that isn’t true in many wooded or remote places. Thick trees, steep slopes, and narrow valleys often block satellite signals, which makes GPS weak or unreliable. When GPS fails, drone mapping falls apart fast. This is why […]
Why LiDAR Mapping Demand Is Rising Worldwide
Governments around the world want better land data, and they want it fast. One of the biggest moves came from Tamil Nadu, India, where officials pushed for 30-centimeter satellite imagery to upgrade their land records. This news spread quickly because it shows a major shift in how countries handle mapping and property boundaries. It also […]
How a Big Merger Could Change Property Survey Services
If you plan to buy land, build a home, or settle a boundary question, you will likely need a property survey sometime soon. In most years, this process feels simple. You call a local surveyor, get on their schedule, and wait for the crew to mark your lines. But late in 2024, a major shift […]