Description:[0017] Some embodiments of this disclosure, illustrating all its features, will now be discussed in detail. The words “comprising,” “having,” “containing,” and “including,” and other forms thereof, are intended to be equivalent in meaning and be open ended in that an item or items following any one of these words is not meant to be an exhaustive listing of such item or items, or meant to be limited to only the listed item or items. It must also be noted that as used herein and in the appended claims, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” include plural references unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.
[0018] Although any systems and methods similar or equivalent to those described herein can be used in the practice or testing of embodiments of the present disclosure, the preferred, systems and methods are now described. Embodiments of the present disclosure will be described more fully hereinafter with reference to the accompanying drawings in which like numerals represent like elements throughout the several figures, and in which example embodiments are shown. Embodiments of the claims may, however, be embodied in many different forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein. The examples set forth herein are non-limiting examples and are merely examples among other possible examples.
[0019] The present invention discloses virtual land survey system that is capable of enabling a user to virtually reach an inaccessible area.
[0020] FIG. 1 illustrates a block diagram of a virtual land survey system (100), according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0021] In some embodiments, the system (100) comprises an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) (102) configured to fly over a remote area for the purpose of surveying the terrain. The UAV (102) is equipped with a camera (104) that is configured to capture one or more high-resolution images of the remote area during flight.
[0022] The system (100) includes a processor (106) that is communicatively coupled with the UAV's systems and components. This processor (106) is configured to receive the one or more images captured by the camera (104) and process them for further analysis. The processor (106) is responsible for generating a virtual simulation of the remote area based on the captured images, enabling users to visualize the terrain in an interactive format.
[0023] In one embodiment, the processor (106) employs advanced algorithms, including artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) techniques, to enhance the quality and accuracy of the virtual simulation. The processor (106) can analyze the captured images, recognize patterns, and create a three-dimensional representation of the remote area that reflects the actual topography.
[0024] The system (100) further comprises a virtual reality (VR) headset (108) that is communicatively coupled with the processor (106). The VR headset (108) allows a user to immerse themselves in the generated virtual simulation of the remote area, providing an intuitive and interactive experience. Users can navigate through the virtual landscape, inspecting features and details as if they were physically present in the surveyed area.
[0025] Once the processor (106) generates the virtual simulation, it can be enhanced with additional data layers, such as geographical information system (GIS) data, environmental data, and historical land use information. This layered approach provides users with comprehensive insights and context regarding the remote area being surveyed.
[0026] In certain embodiments, the processor (106) is configured to facilitate real-time adjustments to the UAV's flight path based on environmental conditions and user inputs. This dynamic capability ensures that the UAV (102) can capture the most relevant images and data for creating an accurate virtual simulation.
[0027] The UAV (102) is designed to operate in various remote environments, including rugged terrains, forests, and coastal regions. This versatility enables the system (100) to be utilized for diverse applications such as environmental monitoring, land development assessments, and wildlife surveys.
[0028] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the processor (106) is capable of learning from historical data to refine its simulation generation processes over time. By analyzing previous surveys and user interactions, the system (100) can adapt its algorithms to improve accuracy and user satisfaction in future virtual simulations.
[0029] In another embodiment, the system (100) may be integrated with additional surveying tools and sensors, allowing for multi-modal data collection. For example, the UAV (102) could be equipped with LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) technology to capture elevation data, which could then be incorporated into the virtual simulation for enhanced detail.
[0030] The described virtual land survey system (100) provides an innovative solution for remote area assessment and visualization. By leveraging UAV technology, advanced imaging capabilities, and immersive VR experiences, the system (100) enables users to conduct thorough land surveys efficiently and effectively, improving decision-making processes for various applications.
[0031] It should be noted that the virtual land survey system (100) in any case could undergo numerous modifications and variants, all of which are covered by the same innovative concept; moreover, all of the details may be replaced by technically equivalent elements. In practice, the components used, as well as the numbers, shapes, and sizes of the components may be of any kind according to the technical requirements. The scope of protection of the invention is therefore defined by the attached claims.
, Claims:1.A virtual land survey system (100), the system (100) comprising:
an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) (102) configured to fly over a remote area, wherein the UAV (102) comprising:
a camera (104) configured to capture one or more images of the remote area;
a processor (106) communicatively coupled with the UAV (102), wherein the processor (106) is configured to:
receive the one or more images,
generate a virtual simulation of the remote area based on the one or more images, and
a virtual reality (VR) headset (108) communicatively coupled with the processor (106) configured to enable a user to view the virtual simulation.

2.The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the processor (106) is configured to generate the virtual simulation using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) algorithms.