What is a drone-based forest survey?
During a drone-based forest survey, LiDAR or high-resolution camera systems mounted on drones are used to capture detailed data of the forest area. The resulting point clouds enable the automatic detection of individual trees and the accurate measurement of their height, trunk diameter, and canopy size. This method is faster, more cost-effective, and more detailed than traditional field surveys, and it is also suitable for efficiently analyzing large forest areas.
What does TreeDetect do?
TreeDetect is a comprehensive forestry software solution that fully supports drone-based forest surveys. With TreeDetect, you can easily plan automated drone flights, upload your data, and let the system automatically process LiDAR and photogrammetric datasets. It detects and measures individual trees, then generates detailed reports and visualizations that provide an accurate overview of forest structure and support data-driven, well-informed forest management decisions.
What data is required for a drone-based forest survey?
TreeDetect can process data collected either through LiDAR scanning or photogrammetry. In the case of a LiDAR-equipped drone, raw point clouds can be uploaded directly, while aerial images captured with a camera drone are automatically converted by TreeDetect into a 3D point cloud. It's important to follow TreeDetect's recommended flight parameters such as altitude, image overlap, and camera angle as these settings have a significant impact on the accuracy of the final analysis.
What is the result after processing?
The processing generates a detailed tree inventory that includes each tree's height, trunk diameter, gross volume, and precise spatial location. The data can be exported in Excel, PDF, and GIS-compatible formats (GeoJSON). In addition, an interactive online report is available, making visualization and analysis easy and intuitive. This way, users gain a complete overview of the forest stand. Several free demo projects are available on our website, where you can explore examples of the final outputs produced by TreeDetect.
Is a subscription required?
No, TreeDetect does not require a subscription. The platform operates on a pay-as-you-go model, meaning you only pay for the data you actually process. This offers a flexible and cost-effective solution for both small and large projects, helping you avoid unnecessary fixed costs while tailoring the service to your specific needs.
Is there a free trial available?
Yes, TreeDetect can be tried for free. After registration, you'll gain access to a demo interface where you can explore the main features and reports. In addition, every user can process up to 3 hectares of forest area free of charge, allowing you to test the service with your own data. This provides a risk-free way to experience the benefits of automated drone-based forest surveying.