Graham R., Koh A. Digital Aerial Survey: Theory and Practice

Whittles Publishing, 2002. — 254 p. — ISBN 978-1-84995-085-5, 978-1-62870-451-8Rapid advances in digital camera technology, real-time satellite differential global positioning systems, and digital imaging from airborne platforms have yielded new opportunities for on-the-fly, in situ digital mapping when used in conjunction with state-of-the-art digital photogrammetric workstations. Written by active participants in the promotion of airborne digital mapping systems, this book is a comprehensive manual that examines the systems available for data capture and photogrammetric processing. Starting from first principles it develops a solid foundation in digital imaging technology and aerial survey practices. It covers the very lastest digital air cameras, critically analyzes their performance, and addresses all aspects of airborne operation, from the aircraft and GPS navigation to survey flight planning. This book provides the opportunity to appreciate, understand, and apply photo-interpretation, reconnaissance, and photomapping techniques to a variety of planning, resource harvesting, pollution prevention, civil engineering, and disaster mitigation activities.Preface.
Acknowledgements.
Introduction.
Objectives of this manual.
A brief history of aerial survey.
Principles of digital aerial photography.
Sensors for aerial photography.
Digital camera systems.
Digital cameras for aerial photography.
Survey aircraft, camera mounts and intervalometers.
Survey flight management: tracking, GPS, mission planning.
Digital survey planning and logistics.
Photo-interpretation, objective analysis and image quality.
Ground control acquisition.
Principles and methods of digital photogrammetry.
Digital survey missions: profiles and their applications.
Appendix.
Unit conversions.
Binary and ASCII codes.
Suppliers, manufacturers and institutes.
Air survey computer programs.
Glossary.
Bibliography.
Index.