Navigating the Future of Drone Surveying: Tech Stack, AI, and Regulatory Changes

On-demand Webinar | Free

Join us for an essential webinar designed for surveying professionals at every experience level who want to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving drone surveying landscape. In this comprehensive panel discussion, speakers will tackle the most pressing questions facing today's surveying teams, including: how to find the right technology for your current challenges, maximizing AI for photogrammetry and automated processing, and how to navigate regulatory shifts while future-proofing your operations with compliant alternatives.

Whether you're just starting your career in surveying or looking to upgrade existing operations, you'll gain practical guidance on building your tech stack based on your experience level and organizational goals. This webinar will feature insights from experienced drone surveyors and are ready to share what has made them successful and the tools they used to get there.

Attendees will leave the webinar with:

The ability to identify what technology is right for their job
Knowledge of how AI tools can dramatically reduce data processing and analyzing time
Guidance on product alternatives that are compliant with new regulations

Speakers

Rob Knochenhauer, Director of Regulatory Affairs, Censys Technologies

Rob Knochenhauer is an advanced aviation flight operations & regulatory strategist. As the Director of Regulatory Affairs for Censys Technologies, Rob helps Censys’ clients to secure Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operational waivers (relief from ? 107.31 in the US) for a variety of use cases. In addition, Rob's array of industry experiences supports Censys’ strategic goals through collaboration with Censys’ engineering team and the FAA to continue the evolution of RPAS (Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems) to allow for greater flexibility of complex BVLOS operations for Censys’ clients. Prior to his role with Censys, Rob supported Massachusetts DOT’s RPAS program by developing strategy for complex RPAS operations (corridor BVLOS). Starting his career as a certificated aircraft mechanic (A&P), Rob transitioned into engineering where he spent fifteen years supporting (design, analysis and operations) and ultimately leading the development of numerous UxS (ground, sea & air with Foster-Miller and Aurora Flight Sciences).

Edwin Sanchez, CEO, VOTIX

Edwin Sanchez is the CEO of VOTIX, founder, and leader driving innovation for VOTIX, the drone industry, and the world of Advanced Air Mobility worldwide. As a seasoned Systems Engineer with an MBA in Entrepreneurship/Marketing, Edwin has accumulated more than two decades of experience in Information Technology and Digital Transformation, including advanced robotics, Industry 4.0, and Smart Cities. Edwin had the privilege of collaborating with renowned Software Publishers such as Oracle Corporation, Adobe Systems, and Microsoft Corporation, soaking in global expertise that has enriched his understanding of the present and future tech landscape globally and the regulatory framework governing the advancement of companies in critical areas such as Autonomous Robots, Artificial Intelligence, Real-Time Operations and Analytics, and Cybersecurity.

Edwin has been honored with leadership accolades and invitations to contribute to discussions on worldwide technology and market trends. Edwin’s forte spans Advanced Air Mobility, Robotic Orchestration and Automation, Global Regulatory frameworks for Airspace Mobility, Business Management/Entrepreneurship, Sales, Technology Architecture, Strategic Consulting, Risk Assessment, Robotics, and Software Development. He has been recognized as one of the Forbes Next 1000 Emerging Entrepreneurs in the United States and a Star Sower Engineer. Edwin has been a keynote speaker and panelist at multiple events on drone technology and regulations. He has been interviewed and podcasted several times and has published papers on drone technology and trends in the private and government sectors.

The global footprint of the companies Edwin founded spans 46 countries, with the common goal of overcoming industry-specific challenges in current and future technological paradigms.

Moderator

Erin Sewall, Content Specialist, Commercial UAV News

Erin Sewall is the Content Specialist for Commercial UAV News and Expo. Prior to joining Diversified Communications, Erin contributed to news sources for a major outdoor retail company. Erin graduated from the University of Maine with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications. In her spare time, she enjoys hiking, horseback riding, and reading. She is a Maine native and currently resides in Portland, Maine.