Methods for agronomic and agricultural monitoring using unmanned aerial systems
US10346958B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 22, 2017 |
| Grant date | Jul 9, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 22, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64U2101/40
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method for agronomic and agricultural monitoring includes designating an area for imaging, determining a flight path above the designated area, operating an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) along the flight path, acquiring images of the area using a camera system attached to the UAV, and processing the acquired images.
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