Better Data Collection Means Better Maps
We want you to be successful when using Nova, so here are some checklists and tips for successful data collection.
| Characteristic | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Image Side Overlap | 70% |
| Image Forward Overlap | 80% |
| Altitude | Min 400 ft (120 m) |
| Speed | 18 mph (8 m/s) |
| Overshoot | 160 ft (50 m) |
| Terrain Follow | Enabled |
| Image Count | 25 (min) - 1500 (max) |
[ ] Rain
Check for rain! Precipitation leads to low-contrast thermal data, and water droplets on your screens lens can obscure RGB imagery.
[ ] Wind
Make sure to fly only within your drone’s manufacturer-recommended wind speed. Increased battery drain, blurry imagery, and possible crashes can happen when flying in extreme winds.
[ ] Route
Know your route to and from your launch site, and make sure that you have permission to access and launch from your chosen location.
[ ] Scan
Have your scan area loaded onto your flight controller and check for any airspace conflicts.