What is LiDAR?
LiDAR is the acronym of the term Light Detection And Ranging. In this technology light source or light, waves are used to measure the distance between the objects.
How LIDAR Works?
Most of the LiDAR system works on the time of flight principle, where laser in pulsed form is targeted onto the object and the reflected or the scattered pulse is measured using the detector.
By measuring the time difference between the transmitted and reflected pulse, the distance between the objects can be calculated.
Now, as the LASER beam has very low divergence (Less expansion with travel distance)and very short wavelength, it can also be used for scanning of the object. (For 3D mapping and surface scanning applications)
LiDAR vs RADAR
1. RADAR uses radio waves (Longer Wavelength), while LiDAR uses Light waves (Shorter Wavelength).
2. LiDAR is more accurate than RADAR as it uses shorter wavelength.
3. RADAR can work in harsh environments like fog, rain, and snow, while LiDAR has limited usability in such environments.
4. While RADAR is used in applications where detection distance is important but not the exact size and shape of an object, like in military applications. While LiDAR is used in applications where the detection of exact shape and size of the object is necessary.
COPTRZ and LiDAR USA
COPTRZ are commercial drone experts dedicated to disruption with a mission to Revolutionise Organisations Using Drones. We’ve helped more than 1000 companies integrate drones within their business, reducing their costs whilst improving speed, safety and quality of their operations. Our cross-sector clients include Pfizer, PwC, BMW, Ford, Thames Water, Ministry of Defence as well as multiple Police and Fire Services.
LiDAR USA, produce laser mapping cameras and specialize in LiDAR Solutions. As a partner with LiDAR USA, Coptrz offer specialist LiDAR solutions for all your surveying and mapping requirements.
James Pick is our dedicated surveying and mapping specialist for UAV operations and has extensive knowledge in using LiDAR for Inspection Applications.
If you would like James to call you or arrange a demonstration of the LiDAR technology in action then please drop him an email on james.pick@coptrz.com
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