Drones in libraries: the development of an interdisciplinary research service using drones and 3D modeling technologies at Ryerson University Library, Demonstration (20 min)
Dan Jakubek · Scholarship@Western (Western University) · 2020
At Ryerson University Library, we collaborate with researchers across a variety of disciplines that require capturing and modeling the real world in 3 dimensions (3D). To do so, several 3D reconstruction technologies have been applied, varying in cost and ease of use. Some applications require capturing large areas for which a Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) or “drone” presents a cost effective option for data acquisition. On June 1, 2019, new rules for flying a RPAS in Canada came into effect, requiring drone pilot certification to operate any drone between 250 g and 25 kg. In response to new regulations and the needs of our researchers, the Library has initiated the development of a research service dedicated to supporting the use of drones and 3D modelling technologies. This presentation will highlight our progress to date and introduce future directions for our research and service.