LiDAR is short for “Light Detection and Ranging” and is a technology used to measure distances and create detailed maps or models of the surroundings. It works by emitting laser pulses and measuring the time it takes for the light to be reflected back from different surfaces. By analyzing these reflections, LiDAR systems can generate accurate 3D point clouds and maps.
At Hyggligt, LiDAR helps create detailed point clouds of the forest. The point cloud is then used to derive properties for every tree, including position, height, volume, species, vitality, and more. The 3D point cloud is also used to visualize which trees should be felled during harvesting.