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WHY are sensors attached to drones USED IN agriculture?

When farmers or ranchers observe their fields or pastures to assess their condition without physically touching them, it is a form of remote sensing. Observing the colors of leaves or the overall appearances of plants can determine the plant’s condition. Remotely sensed images taken from satellites and aircraft provide a means to assess field conditions without physically touching them from a point of view high above the field Most remote sensors see the same visible wavelengths of light that are seen by the human eye, although in most cases remote sensors can also detect energy from wavelengths that are undetectable to the human eye. The remote view of the sensor and the ability to store, analyze, and display the sensed data on field maps are what make remote sensing a potentially important tool for agricultural producers.

HOW DOES LiDAR WORK?

Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) is used for examining the surface of the earth using a laser. The laser’s light reflects off the earth’s surface and measures the range, which is then combined with GPS and inertial measurement unit (IMU) data to create a group of elevation points called a “point cloud.” The point cloud is detail-rich, data-precise, and can be used to create high-precision 3D models.

WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO HAVE THE CORRECT INSURANCE FOR MY EQUIPMENT?

Today, there are many options for equipment that stays on the ground. As soon as your equipment leaves the ground and is in the air or on the water, the traditional insurance policy may be useless. It’s vital that your policy has an aviation endorsement that protects the equipment in the event that it is damaged during a flight.

It’s also important that you work with an agent that understands your business and who has access to the right insurance carriers. Detail 1

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