A UAS-Based Hyperspectral Solution for Vegetative Remote Sensing

The use of unoccupied aircraft systems (UAS) for remote sensing applications of both natural and human-produced features has become relatively common. Advances in technology over the last decade have led to a variety of UAS platforms and sensors becoming available to consumers. This review describes a recently available hyperspectral sensor that is capable of being mounted on a mid-size UAS platform which should result in at least a 30-minute flight time. An RTK GPS is also available that can add precise positioning to collected imagery. The sensor has 164 bands and should be particularly useful for remote sensing of vegetation.