Point clouds are an essential output of 3D scanning technologies like LiDAR, photogrammetry, and structured light scanning. These collections of data points provide detailed information about the shape and surface of scanned objects or environments. However, to make this data more versatile for applications like 3D modeling, printing, or simulations, converting a point cloud into a solid mesh is …
Drones have completely changed the game for filmmakers, and the music industry has jumped right in, using this tech to craft jaw-dropping videos that feel larger than life. With their ability to soar and dive, drones bring a cinematic magic that regular filming just can’t match. Here’s a list of 10 popular songs with remarkable music videos shot with drones …
Trump Takes on NJ Drone Sightings If you thought the buzz around drone sightings in New Jersey had died down, think again. During his Inauguration Day news conference slash executive order autograph session, Donald Trump decided to throw some extra fuel on the fire. He promised to “get to the bottom of the mysterious drone situation” and said he’ll release …
Operating a drone can require pilots to learn what seems like an alphabet soup of new acronyms and phrases. The FAA (there’s one already!) requires pilots to learn flight rules similar to those required of commercial airline pilots before they will grant Part 107 certification. And then there’s the technology. You will often see the term FPS frequently come up …
Drones are becoming a second, powerful set of ears and eyes for scientists, from disciplines like atmospheric research to ecology and conservation. They can survey dig sites for archaeologists, scan acres of farmland for illegal poaching and crop damage, and even zip inside huge storms to give research a close-up view. Why do Scientists Love Drones? Who would have ever …
At first glance, drones might seem like nothing more than an overpowered toy when it comes to their possibilities with younger children. But give them a deeper look, and they can be a powerful tool for education in disciplines like technology, science, math, and even social studies. K-12 schools across the world are beginning to integrate drones into their curriculums, …
If you’re obsessed with drones and aerial photography like we are, chances are you’re following a few drone photography Instagram accounts. From nature to abstract artistic photos, there’s an overwhelming amount of drone photography accounts to follow. We’ve curated the 13 best drone Instagram accounts that you have to follow––and that will have you double tapping and drooling like never …
A gust of wind can create turbulence for your drone. Every drone pilot knows not to fly in extreme weather conditions: rain, snow, and hail. But even the experienced drone pilot does not always correctly gauge wind conditions. In this article, we’ll teach you how to distinguish between helpful and threatening winds. We’ll cover: Effects on Flight Microbursts Flying Tips …
The hottest new trend in drone video is FPV footage. FPV stands for “First Person View,” meaning each FPV drone contains a video camera that broadcasts live footage back to the pilot on ground. By wearing FPV goggles, the pilot gets the immersive experience of flying his or her drone as if floating in the sky next to it, rather …
Perfecting your drone photography skills can take time. Once you’ve mastered the basics: flying your drone, framing your shots, and refining your image composition chops, you can work toward becoming an expert on camera settings. In order to create realistic-looking, great images or video, you’ll need to ensure your white balance is in check. White balance is a camera control …