LiDAR mapping technology is an advanced type of geospatial technology that allows capturing very accurate 3D data about the Earth's surface, structures, vegetation, and other features.

By using pulsed laser light, LiDAR mapping creates accurate images that can be used for surveying, mapping, inspecting infrastructure, forestry, and urban planning applications, among others.

Unlike traditional imaging technologies that capture visual information only, LiDAR mapping technology uses the measurement of actual distances from the sensor to surrounding objects. Thus, it becomes possible to create accurate elevation and terrain models, as well as 3D spatial data sets.

Due to the application of airborne, terrestrial, mobile, and even drone-based LiDAR mapping technology, professionals are able to gather geospatial information in various conditions. LiDAR mapping is becoming especially popular in GIS, remote sensing, engineering, and spatial analytics.

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