Week 2

Day 1: Memorial Day

Overview: Students had the day off to commemorate Memorial Day

Day 2: Introduction to UAS and Remote Sensing

Overview: Agenda included an exploration of UAS and remote sensing, providing insight into their applications. 

Objective: Students then delved into Ground Crucial Points (GCP), where their crucial role in accurate data collection was examined. This knowledge was then applied in the plot, where students observed a demonstrated the practical implementation of such. We heard a presentation on the UAS Data Collection Using RGB or Multispectral Sensor (MicaSense Altum PT) and UAS Data Processing Pipeline (Structure-from-Motion) from Jose Landivar and Ernie Reyes. On this day we learned, the basics of Remote Sensing, Geo-Referencing, Mission Planning Overview for UAS Data Collection, UAV Data Collection Protocol, and Recording GPS Information Using Emlid in the Field.

Day 3: Introduction to Drone Planning

Overview: Fridays session introduced the fundamentals of drone planning highlighting the imaging process, factors impacting flight effectiveness, as well as flight path planning. Students then were able to witness a drone flight from start to finish, observing preparations before the flight, the actual flight, as well as post flight data processing.  

Objective: Students were provided with a comprehensive understanding of drone planning. The session offered students a hands on experience, in hopes to provide practical insights into the entire workflow 

Day 4: UAS Data Extraction 

Overview: On this day we learned about the Feature Generation and Extraction from UAS Data for Jose Landivar

Objective: Students developed a foundational knowledge in(UAS) and remote sensing. Upon demonstrating their understanding in these topics, they were equipped with the resources and knowledge for developments in digital agriculture and future projects.

Day 5: ARI Tour

Overview: The team visited the TAMUCC Autonomous Research Institution, where they observed advanced remote sensing technologies and discussed their applications.

Objective: Students gained a practical understanding of GIS tools, spatial data formats, and web mapping, applying these skills in real-world agricultural and research settings.