Deep-Learning-based Automated Palm Tree Counting and Geolocation in Large Farms from Aerial Geotagged Images

Summary

Researchers in Saudi Arabia have developed a deep learning framework for automated counting and geolocation of palm trees using aerial images. The system uses a Faster R-CNN model trained on a dataset of 10,000 palm tree instances collected in the Kharj region using DJI drones. Geolocation accuracy of 2.8m was achieved using geotagged metadata and photogrammetry techniques.