FINALLY DJI Mini 4 Pro, Mavic 3, and Air 3 Automated 3D Drone Mapping and Photogrammetry

[@JaysTechVault]

Make free 3d models at aerialmodel.com and automate your flights with waypointmap.com Join our Discord for info about our universal drone RTK module or to make suggestions about WaypointMap: discord.gg/EP4zcP24ky

[@Supriyadi-Cartographer]

could you share the new Discord link ?

[@scottkarlins]

What will be the cost for the RTK module? Do you have a weight on it? Thanks!

[@miguelj.cardenas4841]

Could I pay for one month only? because I don't use too much this option

[@GabeChapman]

I truly want to thank you for developing this solution for many of us that are bummed about the current lack of SDK support on the Air 3. I really appreciate all the work you’ve put into this. Thank you so much.

[@markrob3]

Me too! Amazing stuff. Well done.

[@TherealTruth40]

Why not just use drone deploy

[@TherealTruth40]

What? It’s way over complicated lol

[@GabeChapman]

@@TherealTruth40Cost…

[@ZenoTasedro]

I'm new to drones and mapping but wanted to tinker with that SDK, it's disappointing that so few are supported

[@GabeChapman]

Thanks so much for all this work you're doing! Keep up the good work!

[@jankorenberg9773]

Thanks! This helps alot👍🇳🇱

[@pixelsimage]

Well well, you have created what others have tried to do for quite a while and it's really a simple solution. Love it. Would love to see you expand on this so we can also create missions generated with custom paths, altitudes, viewing angles, and POI. Thanks for the contribution.

[@bubbi-hr]

Suggestions: 1. Possibility to rotate rectangle 2. Custom shapes. For start with straight lines and then maybe letter include circles, elipses, ..

[@JaysTechVault]

Working on that now actually

[@IXTJ]

Yay, Polygons!@@JaysTechVault

[@geo30197]

This is a game changer...I am sure about that

[@manwell72]

Is it possible to add a shape file as a kmz? Otherwise though this looks great

[@IXTJ]

If you're using ArcMap, Layer to KML under Conversion Tools@@manwell72

[@ChoProductions]

Two things I would love to see. First I am in the states. So I can do the math but an option for the imperial system would be nice. Second, little different than your original plan. But I know a lot of us would like to play waypoints from our computers and phones. Would be awesome if you gave us the option to make our own missions and save them. I know for me it would be super helpful and save me a lot of time. It would be so much easier to do at my desk than on the controller. But anyways thank you so much for this! I can't wait to try it!

[@skf957]

+1 on the play waypoints from the computer rather than the controller.

[@markkempton4579]

That was my first reaction - I'm not quite ready to learn mapping yet, but I would actually use waypoints if I could set them ahead of time on a large monitor.

[@ChoProductions]

I mean it seems like he is right there. It would make so many people happy! @@skf957

[@TriangleNCHomes]

This is incredible, great work! I will be using this for an upcoming project. (I have flown the same park before, too!)

[@adamalex7402]

Honestly you’re a saviour. Was extremely frustrated with having paid more for the DJI RC and it not being able to run any 3rd party apps while the RC-N1 allows you to. Paid more to get less!

[@w.e.s.]

It's called a hdmi cable plugged into your cellphone or laptop...

[@Anonymous_Whisper]

Still the software development is held back by DJI .... So you have you buy their programs...

[@danielsnyder3563]

Very Clever and Creative. Amazing solution! You could also generate the KMZ file from one of the mapping programs (Like Pix4d or Drone Deploy, or Dronelink) and upload that to the RC controller. Have your tied that approach? Well Done!

[@antecedentesTM]

Hello, have you managed to enter a .kmz route? I have tried it with the 3D kmz route that Litchi generates but when I return to the RC2 controller, it does not appear, Can you help me? Thank you so much

[@aaronkelsay9309]

5:00 DJI RC controller, the option of selecting the DJI RC controller to transfer from the SD card to internal memory isn’t there. Is there something I’m doing wrong?

[@DataKawasanBKSDAKalbar]

Same issue

[@YudhaMegantara]

did u find any solution?

[@JorgeAguilarCR506]

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[@aaronneifer6108]

@@aaronkelsay9309 I had to plug the controller directly into my computer to access the way point folder. Hopefully this helps.

[@kjabourvid]

@@aaronneifer6108 Yes and on a MacBook you do it using android file transfer. Took me a while but I figured it out

[@Ad_Alta]

What a fantastic solution, and such a lot of work - very much appreciated!

[@QuaderskiFPV]

hi, one question, what software do you use for processing, at 9:08 min ? its a Reality Capture ? gr

[@IAKhan-km4ph]

Will it work for dji mini3 and mini3 pro

[@adamalex7402]

Would this support dji mini 3 pro ?

[@IAKhan-km4ph]

Is this for dji mini 3 too?

[@jasonfay2250]

This is really sweet. Thanks for creating it! Two suggestions: 1. allow for grid coverage 2. Instead of distance between paths, how about coverage overlap (usually seems like the map generators like 70-75% overlap). Are you using webodm or similar to render the map?

[@geo30197]

Unbelievable...thank you! I have a mavic 3 ..the first edition..with optical zoom...i hope it wil work on this one also...is it possible to do a double grid? And are you planning to optimize it so it is possible to choose front/side overlap?

[@markfry5867]

You can create straight lines by placing 2 points per corner ......*...* instead of ...*..This was already dicussed by a spanish forum

[@velociraptor5962]

Wow. Amazing. Thank you so much! I started doing something like this a while ago and got distracted. Amazing to see what you've done. Well done!

[@joeleming9605]

What's the software at the end? Thanks

[@tmdowell]

open drone maps

[@hellopsp180]

does this work with the Mini 3 pro ??

[@langdalepass]

Hi Great video thanks. How do you get the final 3D picture please. Is there a programme for that

[@AetherScout]

Meshroom

[@benjaminbogran2586]

What mapping software are you using?

[@fspbrito]

Eu também queria saber. procurei por "paw paw" sem sucesso.

[@anthonyiacullo1535]

When I go to copy over the KMZ file from SD card on the RC2 controller I hit move and then when I go to look for the location to move it to the only option I am showing is "downloads" and the android card? can you please point me in the right direction for file path. Thanks !!

[@theomartin3145]

When you're in the File menu where your kmz is, you need to click the three dots on the top right corner of your screen, and then click "Display internal storage" or something like that (i have my controller in french so i don't really know how it translates in english. It is the option right under "Select all". Then, the internal storage of the RC will show up when you open the file navigator on the left just like in the video. Hope that helped !

[@keganstubbs9970]

@@theomartin3145 i have made a dummy waypoint map by flying the drone in hyperlapse waypoint mode. when i move the mission waypoint files, i can navigate to the internal waypoint folder but cannot see any existing waypoint files in that folder, so cannot replace them. Any ideas on where these waypoint files may be saved?

[@theomartin3145]

@@keganstubbs9970 you might be in the wrong folder that's the only explanation i can see... have you ranked the files by date of creation ?

[@andreabozzi6197]

Hey man thx for that! Is there an option ln to create just an image stitched up together of the area? I don’t need the 3d model thx

[@bravotony65]

Hi, Jay. When are we required to enable height adjustment while making a plan on the web software? When the height is changed, the picture cannot be stitched later for contour generation use as the scale of the image changes with different heights. What is the use of creating a waypoint at every point? As you say, it may crash. To take photos with 80% overlap and every 3 seconds along the path with a speed of 2.5 m/s, all these factors are connected to later stitching the pictures in other software.

[@BunglowBill]

Bro you're the GOAT! I'm starting a drone company so I can make money while still being a stay at home dad. This tool should help immensely and keep me from having to buy an enterprise mapping drone. Thank you bro.

[@AbelBrata]

Can I use it with DJI Mini 3 Pro?

[@danielson101]

does it do elevations?

[@adamalex7402]

Very cool, does this support terrain follow ?

[@JaysTechVault]

Yes

[@stuartross1081]

Thankyou. That is very clever indeed. I will have a closer look at this when I have time in a couple of weeks. Meantime, I followed your steps, created a small mission and uploaded using the method described. It worked perfectly first time. I would say it may throw some users if they dont realise that the thumbnail preview on DJI still reflects the original mission with that name. If you make a slighr edit to the uploaded mission the thumbnail updates. I have tried creating a mission manually with screen taps previously. It is slow and awkward and the spline fitted curves leave big gaps. Fair enough, you deal with this on your premium version. In the UK at least, surveyors are probably pursuing this because heavier drones (Mavic 3E) are restricted by drone rules for proximity to people. If a Mini P4 can be used for difficult sites its still way faster than going in on the ground with conventional survey kit. You still need to be mindful of being back to loads of GCPs and flying slow with a non mechanical shutter.

[@AerialWaviator]

Very fascinating and useful. After a quick look at the mapping feature, I'd suggest an option to rotate the rectangle area, a number of degrees (even if just an option for 30º, or 45º) so don't have to highlight/map an overly large area. Overall a very simple and effective option that will be useful for many.

[@ver2Go]

Well done on updating your apps so quickly. Great new features. It was only 2 weeks ago I was hoping for rotate the rectangle, now we have Polygon. Thank you

[@JaysTechVault]

There’s a lot more than just a polygon, editing each point, circle (poi) and actions

[@chrisd.1530]

Would it be possible to explain the waypoint mission file transfer from the website interface to the RC2 controller? You explain it so fast that even if I keep stopping and starting the video, I am struggling.

[@shalmai5311]

what software are you using 9:16

[@samsonabed1]

Why does it seem like I’m the only one who doesn’t have the “waylines_missions” folder on iPad or android

[@quakebot1]

What is the software used at the end of the video that generates the point cloud?

[@tmdowell]

He's Using Open Drone Maps for that point cloud. Its free if you know Linux, or you can buy an installer for windows or mac relatively inexpensively.

[@robertsteiner9596]

Could it be that DJI RC2 cannot connect to a Mac because its an Android device? I have read this info on a forum, it would make sense. I tried again today to connect my RC 2 via usbc cable to my Mac, no device recognized. A pity, unfortunately I dont use a PC.

[@TechnicalLee]

What happens if you lose RC connection during the waypoint mission? Will it finish or does it immediately stop and RTH?

[@XdekHckr]

9:55 I'm not specialist so might you tell me why SDK support is needed for mapping operations and what does SDK actually do for mapping?

[@jaychheda8841]

Hi! Thanks for making the video! I tried to manually add points in a square format and the lines are straight on the website but when i load the file in RC2 controller the lines are curved. Is there a way to fix this? I have a mini 4 pro with rc2 controller.

[@vatoalex83]

does mini3 pro have waypoints yet? or still only waypoints with hyper lap?

[@IxToxicity]

Great video and great job on the software. I will be trying it out soon. What program did you use to generate the map after? I have seen a few out there but this didnt look familiar

[@JaysTechVault]

Its cause its from scratch lots of work

[@IxToxicity]

@@JaysTechVault That's awesome! Keep it up.

[@ChrisRichardsonwtfgamer]

Is it available? What do we do with the data once captured currently?

[@craigburnett8723]

That software looks great…. If you ever make it public let us know ;)

[@MikeCarlson-p4r]

Would you happen to have the steps to program the DJI RC Pro Model RM510. Flying the Mavic Pro 3. Thanks!

[@newwaveaerial]

Will this work with the mavic 2 pro waypoint?

[@flare_nvme]

Is it possible to have it inspect crop ? If so what software would I be looking for?

[@openmind06]

Really apreciate this! Can't wait to try it out!

[@richards2072]

Fantastic tool and video! Thanks very much.

[@DifferentPerspectivePhoto]

Have you been able to add the ability to rotate the rectangle yet?

[@jacksonmacd]

That's fantastic. Just received an email from Amazon that my M4P will be delivered on Thurs. Can't wait to try your software. Thanks for developing it.

[@wessellagerweij4309]

Do u need the DJI controller for this? Or is this also possible on the phone controller?

[@felixsiaw147]

Hi @JaysTechVault this is a very useful tools . Can this support air 2s and mini 3 ? I prefer this over the paid autopilot apps.

[@poordirk2710]

Are you building anything more compatible with Mac ?

[@assuredigitalmedia]

what software are you using at the end of the video?

[@nps-ddpsavinglives]

So does this automatically calculate the overlap based on altitude and the type of camera are you using on the drone? I know that the overlaps really important looks like a great program...

[@mhobbies3800]

Does it goes back if the area needs two or more battery?

[@cagmuer]

What photogrammetry app are you using? It looks like ReCAP.

[@alexturnered5044]

Can it be done indoor?

[@christiano4471]

What would you recommend for a tablet or smart book or smartphone to run this software? Just curious to see if all these bugs and glitches would be avoided with a bigger unit.

[@OverYonderOverlanding]

witch software do you use to create you 3d image? im new to this

[@retieffrobert]

You can do 2 second pictures too you just need to change it to the 12 mp option. I've used this many times now I love how easy it is to do it, only thing I find a little wonky sometimes is using the circle map option. There a lot of trial and error when using the circle option. I find making the circle bigger then the object helps if not sometimes you end up with just 6 waypoints right in the middle of the object instead of around it. Anyway besides that this is an amazing tool to have and for free I have to thank you for doing that, I do plan on purchasing when I get Paid, I don't make alot of money so having this as a free option is just wonderful and I thank you for that. But I do plan to purchase to support the cause and the hard work you put into making this. I hope with lots of people funding you Eventually you will probably tie it right into a mapping software so you can make your 3d maps or survey maps. I hope to see that someday you really are showing dji how easy it is just to include mapping into the app itself, anyway again I thank you for your hard work and your great Contribution to us drone Enthusias this is great cheers

[@robinguysharman]

Hi - thanks for finding a way to import kmz files to the Go Fly app. Unfortunately for me (an old guy with a very poor brain) I just can't follow your rapid navigation through the file structure of the DJI RC. Also I can't find a way to go back one step in that file structure - it just flips back to the home screen. I tried to follow your video instructions but ended up with the kmz file removed from my SD card and no sign of it anywhere on the DJI Fly app. And, surprisingly a complete copy of the DJI Fly app file structure was copied to my SD card. Think it's time for me to dump drones and take up knitting! Can you do a step by step , screen by screen detail of the process please - I'm happy to pay you for your time.

[@Flyin-Bryan]

Ditto! What he said!!!

[@firebird-drones]

Hey Jay, what was that software you were using when showing the model at the end of the video?

[@JaysTechVault]

I believe it was aerialmodel.com

[@firebird-drones]

@@JaysTechVault okay thank you

[@afiq177]

Im so happy to watch your videos. btw, is it possible to extract the data from the drone into Agisoft software so that i could create 3D digital elevation mapping?

[@vas.milivoj]

would you rather have mini 4pro or air 2s for the jobs like building and terain surveys?

[@skyphotoTV]

You are the man! Congrat. Nice work

[@maxemmer]

This is awesome! Can’t wait to try out.

[@kevinkasp]

Very nice. I appreciate you and this. 2024 is the year I begin using drones and the reason is specifically for mapping.

[@pete538]

So with an android phone do i need to hook my phone up to the computer or can i download the file from my mobile web browser just like the iphone?

[@mikecivic2003]

thanks bro for this app, question does this work for newer drones with waypoints too?

[@JaysTechVault]

Yes

[@martincontreras2317]

Hello, thank you very much for your content! I'm about to buy a Mini 4 Pro but I don't know whether to buy with RC-2 or RC-N2. So, does this still work for the RC-2 and RC-N2 controllers? I'm reading in other comments that it is necessary to connect the laptop to be able to load the file. what would you recommend? I am considering purchasing the FMC Plus to take advantage of the discount but I want to ensure that this method can be used without the need for a connected laptop.

[@JaysTechVault]

RC 2 is easiest with the installer tool

[@noahj.adriangulis2629]

Can we use this in other countries?

[@DroneBeerDelivery]

What processing software is this? Will these files import to DJI Terra?

[@geraldinegawith]

thank you for your informnative video. Does the waypoint chosen in flight show latitude and longitude? thank you

[@stu2400]

Does this method still work for the DJI mini 4 pro

[@thekeytothegate]

Why are the path lines bezier curved as opposed to a lawnmower path?

[@willywf98]

This is great stuff, I hope you keep it up. I'd be interested in what else you come up with.

[@epicdroneimages1128]

How many acres roughly was that land area you mapped in this example?

[@Doctor9Raccoon]

what to do with that 3d model ?

[@ElevatedVehicles]

This is what I've been waiting on. I'll sell my air 2s now for an air3 since the air 2s allowed me to do custom way points on my computer

[@buffalowaters69]

Hi Jay I found your video very interesting but I think I lost myself in where does the mkz file get stored after you generate it. there are a couple of buttons not sure witch one to pick. "Import KMZ Waypoint File"

[@tysona652]

Whats the 3d software?

[@MrRbahauhnar]

Is there any option to insert DEM, in hilly area it is very difficult to know the correct altitude

[@AlexanderWhitePhotography]

Oh and yes please to polygon path creation and allowing individual points to be easily adjusted (height in particular) 😊 The rest can easily be done in the app before flight! 👍🏻

[@JaysTechVault]

Already well into that. It’s maybe about a week or two weeks out but I have about 20-30 some new features to help with that.

[@AlexanderWhitePhotography]

Perfect! Excited to test out v 2.0! 🙂@@JaysTechVault

[@paul_bunyan]

Did new dji updates get rid of waypoints file? I for the life of me cannot find them. Following this guide the file is not there. I have saved waypoints on the R2 (mini 4 pro).

[@SiamakSadati]

thank you for this creative solution , I have some question about mission , can we use 48mp photo in this fly path? or it just use 12mp default?

[@Generouslife153]

You are a angel thank you

[@electricallyreborn-yq1us]

This is awesome thanks for your contribution, I will be giving this a try and updating soon

[@momonunu]

would be great to have an option to add more waypoints to get straight lines instead of curved

[@Beyondtheveil21]

Jay, thanks again man a you’re a life saver dude. I finally got to sell my mavic 2 and keep my 3 standard edition. Much better drone.

[@noahj.adriangulis2629]

How about mapping a difficult area with a lot of contour and differing elevation?

[@ChubbyWanderer]

im planning to buy air3 or mini4 pro at do some mapping and photgrammetry can you pls help me in doing the way point do i need to go the place for mapping and make the waypoint? or i can just make a waypoint on waypoint map and i can use it on any place? sorry but im new to this mapping and i want to learn how to make a map for future work... thanks

[@flst8713]

I setup everything in my buildings cellar, you don't even need to go outside. I believe to set up the "Dummy" waypoint Mission, which will be exchanged later, needs a connected drone.

[@joeamericauavfordav1096]

Have you created anything similar to this that would work on the Air 2S with the Smart Controller?

[@victorflorest]

Same question

[@gregorpesek]

Does it work with dji mini 3 pro?

[@AlexanderWhitePhotography]

Love it, great idea and as others have said, such a beautifully simple way to solve it Vs the complexity of seeing the points manually in flight with the drone. Couple of points, when creating a waypoint map it seems to significantly reduce the size of the area covered. For example I drew a box over a local park giving a bit of extra edge cover (20m or so either side) and the edge waypoints were placed well inside the park about 50m inside my initial box... Is that expected?

[@Dronexvisuals]

I never comment, but this is truly very cool. I think this will be really succesful.

[@1darkves]

Does the program allow the drone to stop and then take pictures?

[@JaysTechVault]

Will in next update

[@pilotgundul]

Thanks man... I think this is brilliant.. because i am the one who think that it is wasting of drone battery flying to a certain point by the drone itself and not able to import paths we already made in our computer. I love the way litchi made its users happy when planning a mission only from browser

[@kevinwhyte1024]

Are you working on anything similar for the Potensic Atom? Would love to use it for 3d mapping.

[@JaysTechVault]

I fought them tooth and nail to enable this for their drone and they refused.