Continuing to fuel our nation’s growing demand for industrial space, this 485,500 SQ FT warehouse is a state-of-the-art facility with 95 loading bays, 40-foot+ ceiling heights, and easy access to nearby interstates and highways. Monthly drone flights were a crucial role in documenting the phases of construction, updating project stakeholders, and marketing the site to potential tenants.
Shooting Island is a 150-acre wetland, wildlife refuge, and vital storm buffer. For more than 80 years the island experienced significant erosion and had receded up to 60 feet in some areas. An aerial survey of the island’s shoreline was conducted to obtain sufficient data on the deteriorating condition of the wetland. The footage was then presented and reviewed by the city council of Ocean City and various environmental protection agencies. The rehabilitation project was funded through a National Fish and Wildlife Foundation grant of $2.3 million and was implemented in cooperation with the landowner, the NJDEP.
After a failed boat launch attempt, an NJDOT vehicle and trailer were left to quickly float downstream and sink to the bottom of Mantua Creek. During the recovery operation, drone coverage was a key component for effectively coordinating crews, maintaining safety, and documenting the project.
This newly constructed 17MW solar farm located in central Virginia consists of 38,532 modules, 4 inverters, and 80 combiners. The Drone Life partnered with the site’s electrical contractor to perform an infrared drone commissioning inspection of every module in the PV system. Over 25,000 thermal and RGB photos were taken, analyzed, and compiled into an inspection report. The findings uncovered 1145 modules with anomalies, an estimated annual kWh loss of 402657.75, and an estimated annual revenue loss of $24,159.46.
The Round Valley Reservoir Rehabilitation project is a multi-year renovation of New Jersey’s largest source of drinking water. The 2,350-acre reservoir was formed in the 1960s after the State constructed three large earthen embankments and flooded a large valley. The renovation, overseen by the New Jersey Water Supply Authority, is expected to be completed by the summer of 2022 and will make various improvements to secure its long-term future. During the dredging process, The Drone Life was contracted to fly over the reservoir and capture photos and videos for verifying the project status and developing documentation records.
During the installation of several new structures at this 285-megawatt, coal-fired power plant, The Drone Life was on-site live streaming video coverage of crew operations and inspecting various structural components. The Drone Life’s pilots performed extensive safety checks and risk management analyses for the highly technical and interference-heavy operating environment.
Throughout each phase of construction at a distribution center parking lot expansion, monthly drone flights were performed for dispute recording keeping, client status updates, and assessment of conformance to the project schedule. The aerial photographs were also beneficial for the site’s general contractor to evaluate subcontractor quality of workmanship and punctuality.
Consisting of 30,195 panels, this fixed-tilt 7.5MW solar system was experiencing significant power loss throughout the entire site. The Drone Life was contracted to perform a thermographic maintenance inspection and pinpoint the location of any anomalies present in the system. After the flyover was complete, it was determined the site had 1783 panels with issues, which were resulting in an estimated annual kWh loss of 357054.53 and an estimated annual revenue loss of $21,423.27.
As a result of unprecedented erosion, 11.7 acres of public shoreline were in need of sediment replenishment to ensure adequate protection against future hurricane and coastal storm damage. Approximately 64,000 cubic yards of sand were scraped, hauled, and spread along the fill area. Drone coverage during the renourishment operation was crucial for creating documentation records, communicating with the general public, and evaluating overall conformance to the construction plans.
In order to verify earthwork volumes throughout this 160-acre mixed-use development site, a LiDAR drone mission was flown in 1 hour using a two-manned crew. After analyzing the elevation data, it was discovered that over 40,000 cubic yards of additional dirt was needed to complete the job.
In comparison, traditional survey methods would require multiple crew members shooting elevation points on a 50’ x 50’ grid for 3-4 days. As a result of safety risks when traversing the heavily active site, complications with halting grading work for several days, and in an effort to better allocate resources, a LiDAR-equipped drone was determined to be the most time-efficient, accurate, and cost-effective method for mapping the entire site.
Continuing to fuel our nation’s growing demand for industrial space, this 485,500 SQ FT warehouse is a state-of-the-art facility with 95 loading bays, 40-foot+ ceiling heights, and easy access to nearby interstates and highways. Monthly drone flights were a crucial role in documenting the phases of construction, updating project stakeholders, and marketing the site to potential tenants.
Shooting Island is a 150-acre wetland, wildlife refuge, and vital storm buffer. For more than 80 years the island experienced significant erosion and had receded up to 60 feet in some areas.
An aerial survey of the island’s shoreline was conducted to obtain sufficient data on the deteriorating condition of the wetland. The footage was then presented and reviewed by the city council of Ocean City and various environmental protection agencies. The rehabilitation project was funded through a National Fish and Wildlife Foundation grant of $2.3 million and was implemented in cooperation with the landowner, the NJDEP.
After a failed boat launch attempt, an NJDOT vehicle and trailer were left to quickly float downstream and sink to the bottom of Mantua Creek. During the recovery operation, drone coverage was a key component for effectively coordinating crews, maintaining safety, and documenting the project.
This newly constructed 17MW solar farm located in central Virginia consists of 38,532 modules, 4 inverters, and 80 combiners. The Drone Life partnered with the site’s electrical contractor to perform an infrared drone commissioning inspection of every module in the PV system.
Over 25,000 thermal and RGB photos were taken, analyzed, and compiled into an inspection report. The findings uncovered 1145 modules with anomalies, an estimated annual kWh loss of 402657.75, and an estimated annual revenue loss of $24,159.46.
The Round Valley Reservoir Rehabilitation project is a multi-year renovation of New Jersey’s largest source of drinking water. The 2,350-acre reservoir was formed in the 1960s after the State constructed three large earthen embankments and flooded a large valley.
The renovation, overseen by the New Jersey Water Supply Authority, is expected to be completed by the summer of 2022 and will make various improvements to secure its long-term future. During the dredging process, The Drone Life was contracted to fly over the reservoir and capture photos and videos for verifying the project status and developing documentation records.
During the installation of several new structures at this 285-megawatt, coal-fired power plant, The Drone Life was on-site live streaming video coverage of crew operations and inspecting various structural components. The Drone Life’s pilots performed extensive safety checks and risk management analyses for the highly technical and interference-heavy operating environment.
Throughout each phase of construction at a distribution center parking lot expansion, monthly drone flights were performed for dispute recording keeping, client status updates, and assessment of conformance to the project schedule. The aerial photographs were also beneficial for the site’s general contractor to evaluate subcontractor quality of workmanship and punctuality.
Consisting of 30,195 panels, this fixed-tilt 7.5MW solar system was experiencing significant power loss throughout the entire site. The Drone Life was contracted to perform a thermographic maintenance inspection and pinpoint the location of any anomalies present in the system.
After the flyover was complete, it was determined the site had 1783 panels with issues, which were resulting in an estimated annual kWh loss of 357054.53 and an estimated annual revenue loss of $21,423.27.
As a result of unprecedented erosion, 11.7 acres of public shoreline were in need of sediment replenishment to ensure adequate protection against future hurricane and coastal storm damage. Approximately 64,000 cubic yards of sand were scraped, hauled, and spread along the fill area.
Drone coverage during the renourishment operation was crucial for creating documentation records, communicating with the general public, and evaluating overall conformance to the construction plans.
In order to verify earthwork volumes throughout this 160-acre mixed-use development site, a LiDAR drone mission was flown in 1 hour using a two-manned crew. After analyzing the elevation data, it was discovered that over 40,000 cubic yards of additional dirt was needed to complete the job.
In comparison, traditional survey methods would require multiple crew members shooting elevation points on a 50’ x 50’ grid for 3-4 days. As a result of safety risks when traversing the heavily active site, complications with halting grading work for several days, and in an effort to better allocate resources, a LiDAR-equipped drone was determined to be the most time-efficient, accurate, and cost-effective method for mapping the entire site.
Continuing to fuel our nation’s growing demand for industrial space, this 485,500 SQ FT warehouse is a state-of-the-art facility with 95 loading bays, 40-foot+ ceiling heights, and easy access to nearby interstates and highways. Monthly drone flights were a crucial role in documenting the phases of construction, updating project stakeholders, and marketing the site to potential tenants.
Shooting Island is a 150-acre wetland, wildlife refuge, and vital storm buffer. For more than 80 years the island experienced significant erosion and had receded up to 60 feet in some areas. An aerial survey of the island’s shoreline was conducted to obtain sufficient data on the deteriorating condition of the wetland. The footage was then presented and reviewed by the city council of Ocean City and various environmental protection agencies. The rehabilitation project was funded through a National Fish and Wildlife Foundation grant of $2.3 million and was implemented in cooperation with the landowner, the NJDEP.
After a failed boat launch attempt, an NJDOT vehicle and trailer were left to quickly float downstream and sink to the bottom of Mantua Creek. During the recovery operation, drone coverage was a key component for effectively coordinating crews, maintaining safety, and documenting the project.
This newly constructed 17MW solar farm located in central Virginia consists of 38,532 modules, 4 inverters, and 80 combiners. The Drone Life partnered with the site’s electrical contractor to perform an infrared drone commissioning inspection of every module in the PV system. Over 25,000 thermal and RGB photos were taken, analyzed, and compiled into an inspection report. The findings uncovered 1145 modules with anomalies, an estimated annual kWh loss of 402657.75, and an estimated annual revenue loss of $24,159.46.
The Round Valley Reservoir Rehabilitation project is a multi-year renovation of New Jersey’s largest source of drinking water. The 2,350-acre reservoir was formed in the 1960s after the State constructed three large earthen embankments and flooded a large valley. The renovation, overseen by the New Jersey Water Supply Authority, is expected to be completed by the summer of 2022 and will make various improvements to secure its long-term future. During the dredging process, The Drone Life was contracted to fly over the reservoir and capture photos and videos for verifying the project status and developing documentation records.
During the installation of several new structures at this 285-megawatt, coal-fired power plant, The Drone Life was on-site live streaming video coverage of crew operations and inspecting various structural components. The Drone Life’s pilots performed extensive safety checks and risk management analyses for the highly technical and interference-heavy operating environment.
Throughout each phase of construction at a distribution center parking lot expansion, monthly drone flights were performed for dispute recording keeping, client status updates, and assessment of conformance to the project schedule. The aerial photographs were also beneficial for the site’s general contractor to evaluate subcontractor quality of workmanship and punctuality.
Consisting of 30,195 panels, this fixed-tilt 7.5MW solar system was experiencing significant power loss throughout the entire site. The Drone Life was contracted to perform a thermographic maintenance inspection and pinpoint the location of any anomalies present in the system. After the flyover was complete, it was determined the site had 1783 panels with issues, which were resulting in an estimated annual kWh loss of 357054.53 and an estimated annual revenue loss of $21,423.27.
As a result of unprecedented erosion, 11.7 acres of public shoreline were in need of sediment replenishment to ensure adequate protection against future hurricane and coastal storm damage. Approximately 64,000 cubic yards of sand were scraped, hauled, and spread along the fill area. Drone coverage during the renourishment operation was crucial for creating documentation records, communicating with the general public, and evaluating overall conformance to the construction plans.
In order to verify earthwork volumes throughout this 160-acre mixed-use development site, a LiDAR drone mission was flown in 1 hour using a two-manned crew. After analyzing the elevation data, it was discovered that over 40,000 cubic yards of additional dirt was needed to complete the job.
In comparison, traditional survey methods would require multiple crew members shooting elevation points on a 50’ x 50’ grid for 3-4 days. As a result of safety risks when traversing the heavily active site, complications with halting grading work for several days, and in an effort to better allocate resources, a LiDAR-equipped drone was determined to be the most time-efficient, accurate, and cost-effective method for mapping the entire site.
