Methods for agronomic and agricultural monitoring using unmanned aerial systems
US9922405B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 20, 2015 |
| Grant date | Mar 20, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 4, 2036 |
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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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