This is a quick guide on planning a custom route mission for corridor/pipeline/ROW (Right of Way) mapping for the eBee and eBee RTK.
Use Cases
Corridor mapping is ideal for:
- Pipeline inspections - Monitor pipeline routes and identify potential issues
- Power line surveys - Map transmission and distribution lines
- Road and highway mapping - Create detailed maps of road networks
- Railway inspections - Survey railway corridors
- River and waterway mapping - Follow natural water features
Planning a Corridor Mission
Key Considerations
- Flight altitude - Balance between coverage width and image resolution
- Overlap settings - Ensure sufficient overlap for photogrammetry
- Corridor width - Define the area to be captured on either side of the route
- Waypoints - Place waypoints to follow the corridor path accurately
Steps to Create a Corridor Mission
- Open eMotion and create a new mission
- Select the corridor/custom route mission type
- Define your route by placing waypoints along the corridor
- Set your desired flight altitude and overlap parameters
- Adjust corridor width as needed
- Review the flight plan and estimated coverage
- Upload to your eBee and conduct pre-flight checks
Tips for Success
- Scout the route beforehand to identify obstacles
- Plan for sufficient battery capacity to complete the corridor
- Consider wind direction when planning flight direction
- Use RTK for applications requiring high positional accuracy
Resources
A detailed PDF guide (Corridor Mapping Mission V1.0) is available for download with step-by-step instructions and screenshots.