Table 3.
List of sensor platforms available for data acquisition.
| Sensor Platform | Advantages | Limitations |
|---|---|---|
Unmanned Aerial Vehicle
|
Large FOV. High Resolution. In-depth, detailed data. Ease of deployment and accessibility in hazardous areas. Flexibility for quick inspections. |
Payload and memory restrictions. Legislative restrictions. |
Ground Vehicle
|
Long span availability. Array of sensors. High-resolution imagery. Highly dense and occluded terrain. |
Small FOV.Less cost-effective. High dependency on manpower. |
Smartphone
|
Lightweight technology. Economically viable. |
Low-resolution imagery. Limited by RGB data. |