Operating Modes
Static Observation Mode
Primary function for establishing accurate survey points. Two workflow options:
Pre-Survey Workflow
Secure point before additional operations
Use for drone mapping/rover shot baselines
Post-Survey Workflow
Begin operations immediately
Determine point later via PPP
Adjust previously acquired coordinates
Use RoboDot Utility with Image Offset Tool
Post-Processing Workflow - Precise Point Positioning (PPP)
When collecting GCPs or surveying a point ahead of rover operations.
Collect minimum 2 hours of observations at control point
Submit rinex file *_opus.o to NOAA's OPUS with:
Antenna type: NONE
Height: Pole height + 0.094m to get the ground elevation
Base Station Mode
RoboDot provides Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) positioning in two accuracy types:
Relative Positioning
High accuracy relative to base station
Suited for local survey work
Does not require absolute coordinates
Absolute Positioning
Requires known point coordinates
Reference options:
Pre-surveyed point
Real-time corrections from:
Another positioned RoboDot
Virtual Reference Station (VRS)
Rover Mode
Applications include:
Ground control point marking
Check shots
Point surveying
Geographical Information Systems
Repeater Mode
Considerations
Terrain and obstructions that may reduce effective range
Testing range before critical operations is recommended
Applications include:
Large area mapping
Operations with line-of-sight limitations
Operations that require multiple simultaneous rovers from a single source
Drone mapping while collecting GCPs
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