A topobathymetric Lidar survey was conducted to support flood preparedness in Canada. Which techniques achieved exceptional precision, and what were the logistical challenges? Find out more in this article. As...

How does the size of the site and the surveying aim affect the need for terrestrial laser scanning equipment? This article explains more, illustrated by four examples of projects to...

Read how SLAM technology was used to scan a former mine complex in Poland to ensure safety during a project to preserve the site's historical, educational and functional significance. Underground cultural...

In the German geospatial industry, there is a longstanding platform for open and constructive dialogue with researchers but also informal talks and discussion in between. It is called the Oldenburger...

Pointfuse is releasing Pointfuse 2018, a suite of laser scanning software which includes a cloud-based data processing service called Pointfuse Bolt. Designed to promote and support the capture of digitised...

Are photogrammetric point clouds superior to Lidar point clouds, or is it the other way around? To address this topic of ongoing debate, the authors of this article conducted a...

ComNav has announced the launch of its latest innovation: the LS300 3D laser scanner. This addition to the company's product lineup signifies a significant leap forward in addressing the dynamic...

Terrestrial laser scanning (TLS) is an effective technique for acquiring detailed tree attributes in forest plots. During the last two decades, national mapping agencies, companies, universities and research organisations have put...

3D Laser Mapping (United Kingdom) has developed a laser-scanning robot to provide an electronic eye in dangerous and in-hospitable environments. Using laser scanning units combined with wireless communications and advanced...

The collection of 3D data from moving platforms such as vehicles or aircraft is one of the most interesting challenges in the area of object detection and reconstruction. Laser scanners,...