Laser Scanning

Terrestrial and airborne laser (LiDAR) scanners for the collection of 3D point cloud data; software for processing and visualising point clouds and creating 3D models, and use cases for laser scanning

This topic covers the science, the hardware, and the software used to capture, process and apply 3D point cloud data. As well as airborne and terrestrial (tripod-based, vehicle-mounted and handheld) laser (LiDAR) scanners, the topic includes the proprietary and Open Source software employed to process point clouds and create 3D models. It also covers the many and varied uses for 3D laser scanning: topographic mapping, bathymetric mapping, utility mapping, engineering surveying, agriculture, forestry, geology, architecture, industrial facilities, cultural heritage, asset management and construction, collision avoidance in autonomous and semi-autonomous vehicles, and environmental modelling

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Dallas Fort Worth Airport Selects Outsight for Large-Scale LiDAR Deployment in Major Contract

22nd April 2025

Dallas Fort Worth Airport Selects Outsight for Large-Scale LiDAR Deployment in Major Contract
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Topcon launches CR-H1 handheld reality capture solution for maximum mobility

17th April 2025

Topcon launches CR-H1 handheld reality capture solution for maximum mobility
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PIX4Dcatch is an integral component of Topcon’s newest handheld scanning solution, the CR-H1, designed for accurate reality capture

16th April 2025

PIX4Dcatch is an integral component of Topcon’s newest handheld scanning solution, the CR-H1, designed for accurate reality capture
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Introducing Blink by FARO Technologies: Reality Capture Reimagined with Stunning Visuals, Automated Workflows and One Touch Insights

16th April 2025

Introducing Blink by FARO Technologies: Reality Capture Reimagined with Stunning Visuals, Automated Workflows and One Touch Insights
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RIEGL VZ-4000i-25: The Ultimate Long Range Scanner for Topography, Mining & Monitoring

14th April 2025

RIEGL VZ-4000i-25: The Ultimate Long Range Scanner for Topography, Mining & Monitoring
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Topcon introduces solutions for 3D mass data workflows

9th April 2025

Topcon introduces solutions for 3D mass data workflows
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Seyond and Reykjafell Partner to Bring Seyond’s ITS Management Platform to Iceland

9th April 2025

Seyond and Reykjafell Partner to Bring Seyond’s ITS Management Platform to Iceland
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International Astana Mining & Metallurgy Congress 4-5 June 2025

Hilton Astana, Astana Kazakhstan

International Astana Mining & Metallurgy Congress 4-5 June 2025
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Visimind AB Becomes Official Distributor of Hesai’s Cutting-Edge LiDAR Sensors in Europe

7th April 2025

Visimind AB Becomes Official Distributor of Hesai’s Cutting-Edge LiDAR Sensors in Europe
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Topocad 25 – Packed with innovation and exciting new features

7th April 2025

Topocad 25 – Packed with innovation and exciting new features
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RIEGL Webinar Announcement

26th March 2025

RIEGL Webinar Announcement
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Topcon expands road construction technology portfolio with new workflow solutions for scanning, paving, and compaction

26th March 2025

Topcon expands road construction technology portfolio with new workflow solutions for scanning, paving, and compaction
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RIEGL’s Cutting-Edge Technology Unveils Ancient Secrets at Cahokia Mounds

24th March 2025

RIEGL’s Cutting-Edge Technology Unveils Ancient Secrets at Cahokia Mounds
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Topcon to showcase new construction technology solutions at Bauma 2025 in Munich

21st March 2025

Topcon to showcase new construction technology solutions at Bauma 2025 in Munich
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AISPECO and Teledyne Geospatial present an innovative airborne asset management solution

20th March 2025

AISPECO and Teledyne Geospatial present an innovative airborne asset management solution
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03-05
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CHNT 30 03-05 November 2025

Vienna Austria

CHNT 30 03-05 November 2025
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NV5 Geospatial and USGS Release High-Resolution LiDAR Data of Palisades and Eaton Fire Burn Areas Collected with RIEGL Technology

10th March 2025

NV5 Geospatial and USGS Release High-Resolution LiDAR Data of Palisades and Eaton Fire Burn Areas Collected with RIEGL Technology
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Creaform Introduces the Laser Projection Add-on to Its Dimensional Inspection Solutions

6th March 2025

Creaform Introduces the Laser Projection Add-on to Its Dimensional Inspection Solutions
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Unlocking the secrets of ancient trees with RIEGL Terrestrial LiDAR

5th March 2025

Unlocking the secrets of ancient trees with RIEGL Terrestrial LiDAR
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Creaform Introduces the Pro version of its Scan-to-CAD Application Module

28th February 2025

Creaform Introduces the Pro version of its Scan-to-CAD Application Module
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Eagle Mapping Celebrates 40 Years in Business and Acquires 10th RIEGL Sensor

27th February 2025

Eagle Mapping Celebrates 40 Years in Business and Acquires 10th RIEGL Sensor
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RIEGL Technology Unveils Stunning LiDAR Expedition of Alcatraz at Geo Week 2025

23rd February 2025

RIEGL Technology Unveils Stunning LiDAR Expedition of Alcatraz at Geo Week 2025
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Aero-Graphics Enhances Capabilities with Acquisition of RIEGL’s Latest VQ-1560 III-S Airborne Laser Scanner

21st February 2025

Aero-Graphics Enhances Capabilities with Acquisition of RIEGL’s Latest VQ-1560 III-S Airborne Laser Scanner
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Creaform Releases Creaform.OS and the Creaform Metrology Suite for the Ultimate User Experience (UX)

21st February 2025

Creaform Releases Creaform.OS and the Creaform Metrology Suite for the Ultimate User Experience (UX)
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Topcon and FARO Technologies announce strategic agreement in laser scanning technology

19th February 2025

Topcon and FARO Technologies announce strategic agreement in laser scanning technology
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RIEGL @ AUVSI XPONENTIAL Europe in Düsseldorf, Germany

13th February 2025

RIEGL @ AUVSI XPONENTIAL Europe in Düsseldorf, Germany
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RIEGL UK to host Heritage Geospatial Symposium in York

11th February 2025

RIEGL UK to host Heritage Geospatial Symposium in York
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New Leica CoastalMapper LiDAR sensor significantly speeds up airborne bathymetric mapping

5th February 2025

New Leica CoastalMapper LiDAR sensor significantly speeds up airborne bathymetric mapping
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Teledyne Geospatial to showcase extensive range of lidar solutions at Geo Week

28th January 2025

Teledyne Geospatial to showcase extensive range of lidar solutions at Geo Week
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RIEGL USA to Participate in a Plenary Panel at GeoBuiz 2025

14th January 2025

RIEGL USA to Participate in a Plenary Panel at GeoBuiz 2025
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RIEGL USA to Exhibit Cutting-Edge LiDAR Technology at CES 2025

9th January 2025

RIEGL USA to Exhibit Cutting-Edge LiDAR Technology at CES 2025
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Creaform Redefines Online Experience with a New Website

9th January 2025

Creaform Redefines Online Experience with a New Website
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Woolpert Australia Enhances Their Survey Suite with RIEGL’s VZ-600i Laser Scanning Technology

12th December 2024

Woolpert Australia Enhances Their Survey Suite with RIEGL’s VZ-600i Laser Scanning Technology
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RIEGL LiDAR Technology for BIM and AEC Applications

6th December 2024

RIEGL LiDAR Technology for BIM and AEC Applications
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SimActive Software Integrated by Balko Tech in Modular Lidar Systems

3rd December 2024

SimActive Software Integrated by Balko Tech in Modular Lidar Systems
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Using LIDAR to study the impact of contrails on climate

2nd December 2024

Using LIDAR to study the impact of contrails on climate
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Webinar Topic – What Are the Advantages of Lidar With Drones?

22nd November 2024

Webinar Topic – What Are the Advantages of Lidar With Drones?
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Avior Geospatial Enhances Capabilities with the Addition of A RIEGL VQ-1560 II-S

20th November 2024

Avior Geospatial Enhances Capabilities with the Addition of A RIEGL VQ-1560 II-S
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Recording Available Now for the RIEGL Ultimate LiDAR November Webinar

18th November 2024

Recording Available Now for the RIEGL Ultimate LiDAR November Webinar
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CompassData Welcomes a New Senior Account Executive, Joshua Voelker, as They Celebrate 30 Years of Innovation

8th November 2024

CompassData Welcomes a New Senior Account Executive, Joshua Voelker, as They Celebrate 30 Years of Innovation
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NV5 Awarded $26 Million to Support Utility Grid Efficiency and Reliability Through Tech-Enabled Geospatial Services

7th November 2024

NV5 Awarded $26 Million to Support Utility Grid Efficiency and Reliability Through Tech-Enabled Geospatial Services
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AMETEK Acquires Virtek Vision International

4th November 2024

AMETEK Acquires Virtek Vision International
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Teledyne Geospatial to present an exclusive preview of its new coastal mapping solution at HYDRO 2024

31st October 2024

Teledyne Geospatial to present an exclusive preview of its new coastal mapping solution at HYDRO 2024
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Volcano Watch – First light and flight for the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory’s (HVO) new RIEGL airborne LiDAR system

28th October 2024

Volcano Watch – First light and flight for the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory’s (HVO) new RIEGL airborne LiDAR system
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New Enhanced Specifications for the HandySCAN 3D|MAX Series

23rd October 2024

New Enhanced Specifications for the HandySCAN 3D|MAX Series
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October Webinar with Highlights from INTERGEO 2024 is Now Available

17th October 2024

October Webinar with Highlights from INTERGEO 2024 is Now Available
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VXintegrity 3.0: A Moderns Approach to Infrastructures Fitness-For-Service (FFS) Analyses

11th October 2024

VXintegrity 3.0: A Moderns Approach to Infrastructures Fitness-For-Service (FFS) Analyses
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LiDAR-based system allows unmanned aerial vehicle team to rapidly reconstruct environments

27th September 2024

LiDAR-based system allows unmanned aerial vehicle team to rapidly reconstruct environments