Mapping with UAV

Modern cartography is no longer limited to traditional surveying methods. UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle)-based mapping, offering high accuracy, rapid data collection, and wide-area coverage, has become one of today's most effective geospatial data acquisition technologies. At Cartographero, we provide state-of-the-art services in areas such as UAV photogrammetry, LIDAR-based 3D modeling, and high-resolution orthophoto mapping using the latest technology.

What is UAV Mapping?

Mapping with UAVs involves collecting aerial data through drones equipped with high-resolution cameras and sensors. The data collected is processed and integrated into Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to generate highly accurate digital maps, digital terrain models (DTMs), and three-dimensional surface models.

Photogrammetric Mapping with UAVs

UAV photogrammetry is a geometric analysis method created by processing overlapping images taken at regular intervals using specialized software. It is especially used for:

High-resolution orthophoto production
Digital elevation model (DEM, DSM) generation
Volume (cut and fill) calculations
Pre-zoning condition assessments

Compared to conventional surveying, UAV photogrammetry offers significant time and cost advantages.

3D Mapping with LIDAR

In areas where photogrammetry falls short—such as dense vegetation, challenging topography, or developed urban zones—UAV LIDAR mapping steps in. Using airborne laser scanners, it captures the actual surface structure as a point cloud. This technology is preferred in:

Vegetation analysis in dense forest regions
High-precision surface modeling in archaeological sites
Pre-design studies for roads and infrastructure projects

Applications of UAV Mapping

UAV-based mapping is a solution provider not only in engineering but also across various sectors, including:

Volume calculations in quarries and excavation sites
Crop health and yield analysis in agricultural areas
Post-disaster damage assessment and search-and-rescue operations
Route planning for power lines and pipelines
Urban planning and land management processes

The Cartographero Advantage

At Cartographero, we combine the latest drone technologies with licensed processing software to deliver both precision and operational efficiency. With our experienced team of field engineers:

A custom flight plan is prepared for each project
Sensor and technical setups are chosen according to required accuracy
Data is rapidly processed and presented with analytical reports
Output formats are tailored to meet client requirements

We specialize in UAV mapping, 3D modeling with LIDAR, photogrammetric orthophoto production, high-resolution drone imagery, and aerial geospatial analyses—offering time-saving and cost-effective solutions on the field.

See the world from above—and beneath the surface—with Cartographero.

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