Digital Surface Model vs Digital Terrain Model: What's the Difference?

In drone surveying, a Digital Surface Model (DSM) includes all surface features like buildings and vegetation, while a Digital Terrain Model (DTM) represents the bare earth's surface, omitting such features. Both are common deliverables resulting from Drone Land Surveying and are crucial in AEC for different aspects of planning and analysis.

Is it Safe to Fly Drones Around Buildings?

Absolutely. Safety is a priority at MYND Workshop. Our FAA licensed drone pilots conduct surveys with utmost care, obtaining necessary permissions and ensuring all safety protocols are followed, especially in urban or complex environments.

Do We Use LiDAR on Our Drones?

No, we primarily use photogrammetry for our drone documentation. While LiDAR offers certain advantages, we find photogrammetry to be more suitable for our applications in AEC drone services. It complements our terrestrial laser scanning, offering high accuracy and detailed visual insights.

Professional Drone Surveying Services for AEC

Elevating AEC Projects with Advanced Drone Photogrammetry and 3D Modeling

At MYND Workshop, our commitment to innovation in AEC drone services shines through in every project. Leveraging the latest in drone technology, we specialize in creating detailed digital terrain models and digital surface models, providing invaluable insights for your architectural and engineering endeavors. Our expert pilots, licensed by the FAA, ensure the highest safety standards while capturing comprehensive data from hard-to-reach areas such as rooftops and spires, seamlessly integrating this data with terrestrial laser scans for a complete project overview.

Our drone surveying services extend beyond mere data collection. We excel in transforming aerial drone survey captures into valuable assets like 3D meshes, orthophotos, and detailed elevation maps. These resources are crucial for accurate cut and fill analysis on maps, enabling precise planning and execution of complex AEC projects. By choosing MYND Workshop for your drone surveying needs, you're ensuring that every aspect of your project, from the smallest detail to the overall digital twin representation, is handled with utmost precision and care. Partner with MYND as your go-to drone surveying company.

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Frequently Asked Questions

In drone surveying, a Digital Surface Model (DSM) includes all surface features like buildings and vegetation, while a Digital Terrain Model (DTM) represents the bare earth's surface, omitting such features. Both are common deliverables resulting from Drone Land Surveying and are crucial in AEC for different aspects of planning and analysis.
Absolutely. Safety is a priority at MYND Workshop. Our FAA licensed drone pilots conduct surveys with utmost care, obtaining necessary permissions and ensuring all safety protocols are followed, especially in urban or complex environments.
No, we primarily use photogrammetry for our drone documentation. While LiDAR offers certain advantages, we find photogrammetry to be more suitable for our applications in AEC drone services. It complements our terrestrial laser scanning, offering high accuracy and detailed visual insights.