DJI Terra

DJI Terra is an all-in-one drone mapping solution that allows pilots to automate flight routes, collect real-time insights, and create detailed 2D maps and 3D models.

It can be used for drone photogrammetry, LiDAR, and multispectral data.

DJI Terra is a versatile software tool, compatible with DJI drones, that streamlines data processing and analysis for diverse industries, enabling enhanced decision-making and operational efficiency.

DJI Terra is available to purchase through heliguy™ - a trusted DJI partner with a dedicated in-house surveying team that specialises in DJI Terra and can help you integrate this software suite into your workflows.

DJI Terra model.

DJI Terra Key Features

End-to-end drone mapping

  • Drone Mission Planning: Create and plan efficient flight paths prior to your operations and automate complex missions.

  • Data Acquisition: Collect and centralise drone data.

  • Area Mapping: Create 3D maps from selected areas.

  • Data Analysis: A suite of tools to help you obtain measurements such as volume and distance, providing key insights about your survey area.

  • High Efficiency: Bulk process up to 400 images/1GB of RAM (based on number of images) and generate reconstruction missions using multiple graphics cards simultaneously to improve efficiency.

  • Mission Quality Report: Set GCPs and checkpoints for 3D models with enhanced absolute accuracy. View a mission quality report to ensure the results meet your accuracy standards.

  • Highly Compatible: Convert the coordinates of your maps and models into 8,500+ major coordinate systems. Incorporate POS data and/or GCPs into your project's target coordinate system to create highly accurate georeferenced maps and models.

  • Versatile Software Platform: Different licences - select the best option for your needs.

DJI Terra point clouds.

DJI Terra For Drone Photogrammetry

Realistic 3D models and 2D maps

Generate detailed centimetre-accurate 3D models, point clouds, and 2D orthomosaics with data collected by solutions such as DJI M300 Series and P1, DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise, and DJI Phantom 4 RTK.

DJI Terra is an efficient solution for drone photogrammetry data processing, with indicative speeds listed below:

3D Models

  • Scale: 400 photos/1GB (single computer); 6,000 photos/1GB (cluster processing).

  • Efficiency: 30,000 photos/3 days (single computer); 30,000 photos/21 hours (cluster processing).

2D Maps

  • Scale: 400 photos/1GB (single computer); 6,000 photos/1GB (cluster processing).

  • Efficiency: 5,000 photos/2 hours (single computer); 5,000 photos/80 minutes (cluster processing).

DJI Terra for drone photogrammetry.

DJI Terra: Photogrammetry Case Study

Heritage conservation with DJI Terra and new DJI M4E drone

DJI Terra was used in conjunction with the new DJI Matrice 4E mapping drone to create this stunning model of the Grade II*-listed Thorpe Salvin Hall.

Benefits of using DJI Terra for this application included:

  • Advanced 3D mesh capabilities to create a highly-detailed dataset.

  • Rapid upload of images and streamlined processing.

  • Seamless end-to-end workflow within the DJI ecosystem, combining DJI drone and software.

  • Terra was used to conduct measurements of key areas of the heritage asset.

  • DJI M4E offers high-precision in-camera distortion correction. When used with DJI Terra, reconstruction accuracy is improved.

  • The model could be exported into third-party software, such as Esri, AutoCAD, and Autodesk.

DJI Terra was used to create this model of a heritage conservation site.

DJI Terra For Drone LiDAR

Streamlined point cloud processing

Perform highly-accurate point cloud processing with just one click with data captured by the DJI Zenmuse L2 and L1 payloads.

Conduct point cloud classification and output DEMs and contours, and use to detect small objects in datasets such as powerlines.

Import control points for accuracy control, resulting in high-precision point cloud outputs.

In the event of unexpected RTK real-time differential data loss, the DJI Terra PPK function can still match offline base station data to reconstruct high-precision models.

Rapidly process LiDAR data, as shown in indicative timings below:

  • Scale: 1GB raw materials/1GB.

  • Efficiency: 1GB raw data /1 minute.

  • Accuracy: Elevation accuracy 4cm; Plane accuracy 5cm.

LiDAR dataset created in DJI Terra.

DJI Terra: LiDAR Case Study

Transforming workflows at Everton Stadium development

DJI Terra has been used extensively during the development of Everton FC's £550million new stadium development.

The software package has processed on-site LiDAR and photogrammetry data collected with the DJI Zenmuse L2 and L1 payloads.

DJI Terra has helped with monitoring earthworks movements and volumetrics, tracking progress updates, and for monitoring the infilling of Bramley-Moore Dock.

Arran Scallion, involved with the project, said: "DJI Terra has allowed us to be able to process large amounts of data on a very fast turnaround. Being able to process this data quickly through Terra has enabled us to obtain fast and accurate data on a daily basis."

Key updates in DJI Terra allow the team to classify ground data, create DTMs, and export the model into third-party software for further manipulation. It has also been used to verify the accuracy of the collected drone data.

Everton Stadium LiDAR point cloud.

DJI Terra For Multispectral Data

Monitor crop health

DJI Terra is compatible with the DJI Mavic 3 Multispectral and P4 Multispectral.

Use Terra to produce vegetation index maps, including NDVI and NDRE, for insights into plant growth and health.

Radiometric correction is supported and reflectance maps can be generated for remote sensing research.

Create prescription maps for variable rate application with DJI’s Agras drones to improve crop yields while driving down costs.

Multispectral data with DJI Terra.

Simplified Workflows

Efficient and accurate

  • Easy Application Integration: Output data in common formats, including TIFF orthomosaic and elevation models, LAS point cloud format, and 3D model formats such as B3DM, OSGB, and OBJ, and DXF and SHP contour formats. Integrate these into GIS, CAD, or other third-party software.

  • Improved Efficiency: Run reconstruction missions by employing multiple graphics cards simultaneously to improve efficiency.

  • Enhanced Accuracy: Set custom camera parametres and import POS data; and benefit from automatic point marking and correction in photogrammetry and point cloud reconstructions.

  • Coordinate System Settings: Built-in 8,500+ result coordinate systems support local coordinate systems and seven parameter transformations.

  • Detailed Analysis: Conduct linear, area, and volumetric measurements; and plan 2D/3D models with precision by using Region of Interest, Block Splitting, and coordinate origins.

Calculations in DJI Terra.

DJI Terra and DJI Modify

Model processing and editing

With one click, DJI Terra can launch DJI Modify. DJI Terra can also easily generate files for model editing with another click.

DJI Modify (available separately) is DJI's first intelligent 3D model editing software: Repair meshes, generate true-to-life textures, identify floating parts, and fill-in holes.

Paired with a DJI Enterprise drone and DJI Terra, it forms a comprehensive solution from aerial surveying, modelling, and model editing to sharing these models.

Share processed model results to the cloud without installing specific software and view models online via a shared link on the web or mobile platforms.

DJI Modify.

DJI Terra For Drone In A Box Operations

On-demand survey data

With DJI TerraAPI, users can integrate the powerful mapping capabilities of DJI Terra into their own drone-in-a-box management systems.

This enables automated 2D/3D reconstruction and customised photo mapping workflows, allowing the operation results of DJI Dock 2 to better meet the needs of a wide variety of industry applications.

Users can generate accurate photogrammetry models by using the DJI Matrice 3D drone, or obtain thermal maps with the DJI Matrice 3TD platform.

This enables mapping missions to be conducted remotely and on-demand - empowering a range of industry use-cases.

DJI Dock 2.

DJI Terra Mapping Features

Enhanced data collection

  • Real-time Mapping: Render and visualise a 3D model of the mapped area. Make decisions based on the preliminary model and check for completeness immediately or plan 3D flights on-site.

  • Real-time Mapping: Quickly generate a 2D orthomosaic of the selected area in real-time.

  • Detailed Inspection Mission Planning: Automatically generate waypoints and flight routes based on one or more points selected in a local realistic 3D model or point cloud (or a third-party point cloud).

  • More Mission Planning: Terra supports Waypoints Mission Planning, Area Mission Planning, Oblique Mission Planning, and Corridor Mission Planning, meeting the mission planning needs for various common scenarios.

*See FAQs for a list of DJI drones that support this functionality.

DJI Zenmuse L2 can be used with DI Terra.

DJI Terra: Applications

Powerful software suite for commercial drone operations

DJI Terra is a versatile software platform that can empower a range of industry applications. This includes:

  • Surveying and mapping: Groundbreaking aerial survey solution that takes automation and data utilisation to a whole new level, delivering unparalleled cost benefits and efficiency to mapping professionals.

  • Utilities: Refined modelling of power cables, poles, transmission towers, and other infrastructure revamps automated inspections and accelerates the digital transformation of electrical grids.

  • Public safety: DJI Terra aids the public safety sector by providing advanced 3D situational awareness and by harnessing key on-site information.

  • Oil and gas: DJI Terra plays a crucial role in site management, pipeline inspection, and prospecting operations. It improves productivity while reducing business costs.

  • Agriculture: Use Terra for real-time insights into crop health, helping to improve yields and productivity.

  • Cultural heritage preservation: Display historic sites in detail to help with preservation and conversation efforts, and for digital documentation.

DJI Terra solar panel inspection.

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