LiDAR, which stands for Light Detection and Ranging, is a remote sensing method that uses light in the form of a pulsed laser to measure ranges (variable distances) to the Earth. These light pulses—combined with other data recorded by the airborne system — generate precise, three-dimensional information about the shape of the Earth and its surface characteristics.

LiDAR surveying is a fast and effective way to capture 3D data. Using laser pulses to calculate distances, capture precise measurements and measure ranges is growing in popularity. This simple way to collect data is accurate, quick, and flexible.

In a LiDAR system, a pulsed laser source is the key part to emitt light, LumiMetriC developed Erbium fiber lasers in MOPA configuration offers customers a constant high peak power over a wide range of pulse repetition rate values for stable high performance. With low weight and small size, these lasers are easily deployed. 

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