LiDAR Mapping Workflow with UAVs

By Caroline Rees / 12 Mar 2019
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In this series of videos, Microdrones demonstrate their LiDAR mapping workflow of Plan, Fly, Process & Visualize. The workflow centres around Microdrones’ mdLiDAR3000 drone, which integrates their md4-3000 aerial platform with a RIEGL miniVUX-1UAV LiDAR sensor and a Sony RX1RII camera.

Plan:

Fly:

Process & Visualize:

Find out more about Microdrones’ LiDAR mapping workflow >>

Posted by Caroline Rees Caroline co-founded Unmanned Systems Technology and has been at the forefront of the business ever since. With a Masters Degree in marketing Caroline has her finger on the pulse of all things unmanned and is committed to showcasing the very latest in unmanned technical innovation. Connect & Contact

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