Small-Format Aerial Photography and UAS Imagery: Principles, Techniques and Geoscience Applications

Small Format Aerial Photography and UAS Imagery: Principles, Techniques and Geoscience Applications, Second Edition, provides basic and advanced principles and techniques for Small Format Aerial Photography (SFAP), focusing on manned and unmanned aerial systems, including drones, kites, blimps, powered paragliders, and fixed wing and copter SFAP. The authors focus on everything from digital image processing and interpretation of data, to travel and setup for the best result, making this a comprehensive guide for any user. Nine case studies in a variety of environments, including gullies, high altitudes, wetlands and recreational architecture are included to enhance learning.

This new edition includes small unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and discusses changes in legal practices across the globe. In addition, the book presents the history of SFAP, providing background and context for new developments.

Provides background and context for new developments in SFAP Covers the legal implications for small format aerial systems in different countriesDiscusses unmanned aerial systems (drones) and their applicationsFeatures new case studies for different applications, including vineyard monitoring and impacts of wind energy

Part I.  History and principles 1. Introduction to small-format aerial photography   2. Basic principles of SFAP 3. Photogrammetry 4. Lighting and atmospheric conditions 5. Photographic composition

Part II.  SFAP techniques 6. Cameras for SFAP 7. Manned and tethered platforms and mounts 8. Unmanned aerial systems (UAS – drones) 9. SFAP survey planning and implementation 10. Legal issues 11. Image interpretation 12. Image processing and analysis

Part III.  Case studies 13. Gully erosion monitoring 14. Wetland environments 15. Architecture, archaeology, and cemeteries 16. Recreational property 17. Vegetation and soils 18. Wind energy 19. Vineyards 20. Geomorphology 21. Emergence of SFAP