EDUCATION

Research Institutions Benefit from LIDAR Analyst Software

While the cost of LIDAR data acquisition is relatively high, the degree of clarity is extremely beneficial, and analysis of this data is becoming incredibly valuable.

The preeminent tool used by educational and commercial institutions to analyze this type of data is LIDAR Analyst®.

LIDAR Analyst dramatically simplifies the process of analyzing LIDAR data. The software is used for basic terrain mapping, urban analysis, vegetation measurements, and more.

Universities and other research institutions have utilized LIDAR Analyst for a variety of projects including: (1) coastal analysis for flooding and other natural disasters; (2) forest structure analysis for wildlife habitat assessment; and (3) target recognition of military features of interest.