The Clemson Center for Geospatial Technologies (CCGT) has partnered with Cooper Library's Technology Lending Program to give students access to survey mapping equipment. The program will align with workshops offered by CCGT each semester, providing students with training on field data collection methods and access to the necessary technology for their research.
GPS (Global Positioning Systems), also known as GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite Systems) survey equipment, enables the collection of highly accurate location data in the field. These GPS systems are increasingly used with drones to capture high-resolution imagery of research areas. With the growing demand for this equipment for research and education across many colleges at Clemson; this program allows students to use the equipment free of charge.
CCGT serves as the point of contact for training, support, and questions related to this program.
The Emlid RS+ is used for geospatial survey and point data collection. It can also be set up as a base station if being used to improve the accuracy of another data collector equipped with GPS, such as a drone. For data collection, the Emlid can be set up on a mobile survey pole or on a tripod base, both of which are included in this donation. The Emlid RS+ is operated through the Emlid Flow app.
The EOS Arrow 100 is used for geospatial survey and point data collection. The receiver antenna is carried in a hat worn by the student using the GNSS unit. The antenna can also be placed on other objects or features to capture those locations. The Arrow 100 is set up through the EOS Tools Pro app, and data is collected through the ArcGIS Survey123 or Field Maps apps.
Two Samsung tablets in protective cases are set up with Emlid Flow for the Emlid RS+ and EOS Tools Pro and Survey123 for the EOS Arrow 100. Survey123 can also collect data without a connection to the GNSS receivers, instead using the internal GPS of the tablet. The software is free to download, so students can also get these apps on personal devices to use with the GNSS receivers if they choose.
Please note: These tablets are to be used with surveying equipment only
Students conducting drone mapping work can use these ground control targets with either of the GNSS receivers to increase the accuracy of the aerial imagery. The targets are placed around the area being mapped so that they are visible in multiple drone images. The GNSS receivers are then used to collect the location of the targets, and those coordinates are input when processing the drone data.
A two-meter pole for mounting the GPS receiver. Comes in two pieces that are screwed together for use.
Please note: To prevent damage to the bag, tips must be stored in the upright position!
A two-meter pole for mounting the GPS receiver. Comes in two pieces that are screwed together for use. Contains a stabilizing bipod.
*Survey pole pictured differs from provided pole
Please note: To prevent damage to the bag, tips must be stored in the upright position!
