LiDAR — Light Detection and Ranging Reference

Quick-reference skill for LiDAR technology, point cloud data processing, scanner configuration, and mapping applications.

When to Use

• - Processing point cloud data (LAS/LAZ/PCD formats)
• Configuring LiDAR scanners for survey or mapping
• Understanding scan patterns and coordinate systems
• Filtering, classifying, or visualizing point cloud data
• Choosing between airborne, terrestrial, and mobile LiDAR

Commands

intro

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LiDAR fundamentals — how it works, types of systems, key specifications.

formats

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Point cloud file formats: LAS, LAZ, PCD, E57, PLY, XYZ.

processing

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Point cloud processing pipeline — filtering, registration, classification, meshing.

coordinate

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Coordinate systems and georeferencing — WGS84, UTM, local, IMU/GNSS integration.

scanners

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LiDAR scanner types and major manufacturers — Velodyne, SICK, Leica, FARO, Ouster.

applications

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LiDAR applications: autonomous vehicles, surveying, forestry, archaeology, BIM.

tools

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Software tools for point cloud processing — CloudCompare, PDAL, PCL, LAStools, QGIS.

checklist

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LiDAR survey planning and quality assurance checklist.

help

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version

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Configuration