DELIVERABLES

DroneFTP processes customer-supplied aerial imagery into commonly used geospatial data products through fast, cloud-based photogrammetric processing.

Each project includes the following outputs:

High-resolution, orthorectified imagery generated from customer-supplied aerial photographs for visualization, mapping, monitoring, and reporting workflows.

A continuous elevation surface representing terrain and above-ground features, used for visualization, analysis, and project planning.

A bare-earth elevation model generated through point classification to represent the estimated ground surface after removal of classified vegetation and structures. 

A surface model that includes buildings, vegetation, and other features, useful for site analysis and surface representation.

Contour lines representing consistent elevations across the site. Delivered in DXF format.

A compressed, classified point cloud dataset delivered in industry-standard LAZ format. 

Elevation deliverables are provided in feet and meters and may incorporate geoid-based vertical datum conversions. Output accuracy depends on the customer-supplied imagery, positioning data, collection method, and processing conditions.

All outputs are delivered in industry-standard formats, including:

• GeoTIFF 
• DXF 
• LAZ 

These formats are compatible with many common GIS and CAD platforms and can be incorporated into downstream professional workflows as appropriate. 

DroneFTP processes  aerial imagery datasets. Imagery should include sufficient overlap and coverage to support photogrammetric reconstruction and consistent processing.

DroneFTP eliminates the need for expensive software and high-performance hardware by handling all processing in the cloud. This allows users to generate commonly used mapping data products efficiently while avoiding the need to maintain dedicated photogrammetry processing hardware.

 From a single upload, DroneFTP can generate a package of photogrammetric outputs—including orthomosaics, elevation models, contours, and point clouds—for use in compatible geospatial workflows. 

Ground Control Points (GCPs) and Accuracy Disclaimer

DroneFTP processing is performed using automated photogrammetry workflows based on image geotags and onboard GPS data. Ground Control Points (GCPs) are not currently incorporated into the processing workflow.

As a result:

• Output products (orthomosaics, DEMs, 3D models, contours, etc.) are not survey-grade 
• Horizontal and vertical accuracy may vary depending on: 
  • Drone GPS quality 
  • Flight conditions 
  • Image overlap and capture method 
• Results should be considered approximate and for visualization, planning, or general mapping purposes only 

DroneFTP outputs are not intended for:

• Engineering design 
• Surveying or staking 
• Legal boundary determination 
• Construction layout 

Users requiring higher accuracy should utilize workflows that include properly surveyed GCPs and/or RTK/PPK-enabled data collection.

 Professional Services Disclaimer: DroneFTP provides automated data-processing services only and does not provide professional engineering or land-surveying services. Outputs are generated from customer-supplied data, are not certified survey or engineering products, and should be reviewed by an appropriately licensed professional when required for the intended use.