What Is LiDAR and how does LiDAR work?

Have you heard the term "LiDAR" but are not quite sure what it is or how it works? In this video, Kory Kellum with Phoenix LiDAR Systems, gives a simple, easy to understand explanation of LiDAR and how it can be used in a variety of different ways. From measuring to mapping, LiDAR utilizes many different platforms including UAVs (drones), manned aircraft, boats, trucks, and even backpacks! And LiDAR is used for a wide variety of purposes, many of which we talk about in this video. Phoenix LiDAR Systems is dedicated to delivering a complete solution for today’s generation of surveyors, giving them LiDAR solutions that maximize return on investment.
Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
00:13 - What we will cover
00:28 - Purpose of LiDAR
01:06 - What is LiDAR used for
02:09 - How does LiDAR work
02:33 - How does LiDAR measure distance
03:34 - Components of a LiDAR system
03:52 - Measuring through trees
04:47 - Recap
05:07 - Practical uses of LiDAR data
05:31 - About Phoenix LiDAR Systems
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Hosted by Kory Kellum of Phoenix LiDAR Systems
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[@SCAerialsSteveCarpenter]

Thank you, Kory, for this excellent coverage of LiDAR. I look forward to your future videos on the subject. Excellent production, Kris.

[@PhoenixLiDAR]

Glad you enjoyed it. More to come.

[@HoRRiiBLe1313]

Came here because Joe Rogan is talking to Graham Hancock. Easy to understand after I watched this. Would be cool to get this on a drone and do maps myself. Would be a cool hobby.

[@pynpyn5635]

You recap all of my 3 month classes into 6 minutes. THANK YOU😭

[@jaswanthnavin33]

Hmm..

[@Civilsitework]

Difference between drone lidar and helicopter attached lidar

[@user-qu7gp9dm2w]

Can lidar be seen? Can you see the laser?