Drone Survey, Mapping and Navigation Blog

Imagine standing on a job site, watching your drone zip across the sky or tapping away at your tablet as real-time centimeter-level coordinates stream in, no guesswork, no delays, just pinpoint certainty. That’s not magic. That’s RTK. And with a little know-how, you can build your own RTK GPS base station and unlock surveying superpowers most professionals only dream of. At Robota, we’ve spent over a decade helping engineers, surveyors, GIS specialists, and drone operators ha

For decades, ground control points (GCPs) have been the backbone of accurate drone mapping and photogrammetry. Surveyors would trek across job sites, hammer in markers, and meticulously record coordinates, often spending hours just to ensure their aerial data would align with reality. But times are changing. With the rise of advanced RTK GPS systems, a quiet revolution is underway in the surveying world. More and more professionals are leaving the GCP stencil behind in favor

If you’re stepping into the world of precision mapping, land surveying, or drone-based photogrammetry for the first time, you’ve probably heard the term “RTK GPS receiver” more than a few times. And for good reasons, RTK (Real-Time Kinematic) technology has become the gold standard for achieving centimeter-level accuracy without the hassle of traditional ground control points. But here’s the catch: not all RTK GPS receivers are created equal. With a growing number of options

Picture this: You're out in the field, knee-deep in mud, wrestling with a tripod that's seen better days, and the sun's beating down while you manually plot points on a topographic map. Hours drag on, and by the end of the day, you've got a handful of data points that barely scratch the surface of the job. Sound familiar? That's the old-school way of surveying, and it's enough to make anyone rethink their career choices. But what if I told you there's a smarter path? One that

Picture this: you're knee-deep in a muddy field, tripod wobbling under the weight of a total station, waiting for your team to hike across rugged terrain just to mark a few points. It's 2025, and that scene feels like a relic from another era. Enter drone topographic surveys, the game-changer that's turning heads in construction, land development, and environmental planning. With tools that deliver centimeter-level accuracy from the sky, these surveys aren't just faster; they

Navigating the world of location technology can feel like trekking through uncharted terrain. You’ve probably heard GPS and GNSS used interchangeably, but they’re distinct, and knowing the difference can save you from costly errors or missed opportunities. Whether you’re a surveyor staking out precise boundaries, a drone operator mapping expansive sites, or an outdoor enthusiast tired of spotty navigation apps, understanding GNSS versus GPS is key to getting the job done righ

Imagine you're out in the middle of a vast construction site, stakes in hand, trying to mark the exact spot for a new foundation. Your phone's map app says you're close, but close isn't good enough when inches can make or break a project. That's where GNSS steps in, turning what used to be guesswork into laser-sharp precision. As someone who's spent years writing about cutting-edge tech at Robota, we've seen firsthand how global navigation satellite systems have revolutionize

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Efficiently map large sites with RoboDot Touch and DJI Mavic 3E—no need to move your base station. Save time, improve accuracy, and flexibil

Learn how to set up the RoboDot as a GPS base station using online services for precise drone mapping and surveying with reliable, high-accu