Anyone using the I1 with X3 for mapping?

[Canada Goose]

Looking for info for getting into mapping with the I1 and X3. Any help appreciated.

 

[bluelight.support]

a little more specific would be a start - mapping is a massive area - what are you trying to achieve, do you need cm accuracy, what area are you trying to map, do you need volume measurements, etc, etc, etc. Whats your budget, what post processing software are you wanting or do you have ?

 

[Canada Goose]

Mapping for famers to be able to give them NDVI images etc. Data mapper has a slew of apps they offer the mapping service provider.

 

[bluelight.support]

Have you thought of the Inspire 1 and adding a Parrot multi spectrum camera - that would be more use for AG applications?

 

[ExpressAerial]

I use an Inspire 1 for ag mapping. I have the X3 NIR, X3, and an X5. The X5 is noticeably better but I still use the X3 when the customer doesn't need to count individual plants or leaves. I use DroneDeploy and love it. I am probably in the area of 50 Ag maps with it so far.


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[Canada Goose]

What altitude are you flying at and how many acres can you cover on a single battery?

 

[ExpressAerial]

It depends on the field. Anywhere from 225ft to 400ft and then I usually run between 70-85% overlap depending on the altitude. I can tell you that batteries will always be an issue with the Inspire 1. It is my worst limitation. You just have to get out and map fields over and over changing settings as you go until you discover the right solution for you and your customer.


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