Researchers Target UAVs for New Lidar

Credit: Georgia Tech Research Institute
Bathymetric light detection and ranging (lidar) instruments are effective in laser-scanning the ocean to map littoral waters and other seafloor details. At an average of 600 lb. per unit, however, their use is confined to large manned aircraft. Work underway at Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI)...

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