How to Choose a Drone
How to Choose a Drone DJI, Skydio, Autel….which one?? There are many types of drones on the market today, whether for hobby or for professional use. Drones accomplish many objectives, including aerial photography, filmmaking, marketing, security, and more. The cost of...
The Evolution of LiDAR
The Evolution of LiDAR LiDAR through the years LiDAR sensors may seem like recent technology; however, the concept has been around for decades. The development of and improvements to accuracy of the system have been relatively slow-moving. Here we will look at...
Inspect the Uninspected
Inspect the Uninspected Why drone inspections should be a part of your routine Many industries require regular maintenance inspections to identify problem areas and potential repairs. Some inspections are required by law in specific industries because the asset or...
LiDAR Terms you Need to Know
LiDAR Terms you Need to Know LiDAR systems have been around since the 60s and evolved rather slowly through the decades. In the mid-’90s, the first commercial use of LiDAR to create topographic maps paved the way for future mapping applications. What was once used...
FlyGuys Hires David Johnson to Lead Sales
FlyGuys Hires David Johnson to Lead Sales LAFAYETTE — FlyGuys Nationwide Drone Service, a full-scale nationwide drone service company aiming to improve efficiency across multiple industries, announced today that David Johnson has been selected to join the team as...
Rocking With Our New LiDAR Sensor
ROCKing With our new LiDAR Sensor We are excited to reveal our new relationship with ROCK Robotic. A few months ago, we were introduced to startup LiDAR company ROCK Robotic, which offers a complete aerial mapping solution. We happened to be on the prowl for a new...
FlyGuys Closes Out $4 Million Series A Round Investment
FlyGuys Closes Out $4 Million Series A Round Investment $4 Million investment in Lafayette-based start-up will create dozens of new jobs in the area Lafayette, LA: A group of Southern Louisiana individual investors, many of whom invested in Waitr, have closed out a $4...
When Do I Need LiDAR?
When do I Need LiDAR? LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) is a remote sensing technology that measures the distance from a sensor to an object. A laser illuminates the target through light pulses which then return to the sensor, and the time it takes for the laser to...
LiDAR vs. Sonar: What’s the Difference?
LiDAR vs. Sonar: What's the Difference? Based on our conventional understanding, the difference between these two sensor technologies seems obvious: LiDAR is used for land, and sonar is used for water. But LiDAR can also be used in underwater applications, which begs...