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UAV LiDAR Systems

Range of LiDAR mapping hardware and software solutions for drones.

Easy to deploy improved design

New substantial improvements to Routescene's drone LiDAR Systems enable easy deployment in the field. Hinged, foldaway GNSS antenna and antenna poles, a new drone mounting system design incorporating quick-release connectors and rapid data download via USB3 mean no tools are needed for set up.Animation courtesy of Vivid Nine.

High calibre systems and support

At Routescene we are renowned for our high calibre system design, manufacture and service delivery. You’ll also have access to our world-class customer support and training to help you get the most out of your system.

Why choose a Routescene UAV LiDAR System?

Choosing the right LiDAR mapping solution can be difficult. Routescene offers a full hardware and software suite plus a range of options to meet different applications, performance and price requirements. Our team of experts can help you choose the right solution for your application.

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    System options to meet diverse specifications and budgets.

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    Our software makes data processing easier and quicker.

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    Comprehensive training and support to get the most out of your system.

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    Workflow to bring efficiencies and improve productivity.

What is included?

Every Routescene drone LiDAR system includes everything you need to capture and process LiDAR data.

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Hardware

We provide all the hardware you require to collect your survey data.

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Data processing software

Comprehensive tools and workflow to generate results easily and proficiently.

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Workflows

Planning, data capture and processing workflows to improve productivity.

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Quality assurance

QA/QC processes to gain the best results possible.

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Training and support

Comprehensive training, online resources and responsive technical support.

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UAV integration

UAV agnostic. Mechanical, electrical and heading integration.

System options

We have 3 options to suit your performance and price requirements. To help you choose the best system for your needs, the table below outlines the suitable applications and key features for each option.

RS1

Lowest cost; High accuracy; Good all purpose system

Applications

  • Mapping
  • Utilities
  • Research
  • Archaeology

Spec

  • Recommended flying altitude

    197 feet / 60m

  • LiDAR range accuracy

    Exceptional

  • Accuracy of the overall system

    Good

  • Default INS sensor

    Mapping grade

  • Dual heading

    Included

  • RTK receiver in Ground Station

    Optional

  • Resolution

    Good

  • Weight

    4.9lbs / 2.2kg

  • Price

    $

RS2

High altitude; Survey grade; LiDAR sensor made USA

Applications

  • Forestry
  • Steep slopes, undulating terrain
  • Survey and mapping
  • Beyond Visual Line of Sight

Spec

  • Recommended flying altitude

    394 feet / 120m

  • LiDAR range accuracy

    Fair

  • Accuracy of the overall system

    Good

  • Default INS sensor

    Survey grade

  • Dual heading

    Included

  • RTK receiver in Ground Station

    Optional

  • Resolution

    Good

  • Weight

    5.1lbs / 2.3kg

  • Price

    $$

RS3

High altitude; Highest accuracy; Lightest weight

Applications

  • Environmental
  • Forestry
  • Steep slopes, undulating terrain
  • Beyond Visual Line of Sight

Spec

  • Recommended flying altitude

    394 feet / 120m

  • LIDAR range accuracy

    Exceptional

  • Accuracy of overall system

    Exceptional

  • Default INS sensor

    Survey grade

  • Dual heading

    Included

  • RTK receiver in Ground Station

    Optional

  • Resolution

    Exceptional

  • Weight

    4.2lbs / 1.9kg

  • Price

    $$+

What drone LiDAR mapping system do I need?

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    Determine your application

    UAV LiDAR is particularly suitable for surveying sites covered by woodland, shrubs and plants, especially when you need to penetrate through the vegetation to achieve a Digital Terrain Model (DTM); or to overcome difficult terrain or hazardous locations such as landslides.

    Your application will inform the data accuracy, data resolution and flying height you need. These factors help you decide which hardware option you require.

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    Establish what your deliverables are

    Examples of deliverables to your end client are digital products such as a Digital Terrain Model (DTM) or Digital Surface Model (DSM); contour maps; a list of features or assets to inform management plans; and forest mensuration reports to inform carbon credit or harvesting. As part of these deliverables you will need to confirm the data density, positional accuracy and coordinate system of the dataset.

    Establishing your deliverables will help you decide what tools you require in the post processing software to analyze and process the data.

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    What is the maximum height of objects that you need to survey?

    This factor determines the LiDAR scanner that is most suitable: the maximum range of a scanner indicates how far away it can detect objects. Surveying very tall trees for example means you have to fly much higher to avoid the tallest tree and thus you will need a scanner with a longer range.

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    What is the absolute accuracy that you need to achieve?

    Once you have established this factor you should review the range accuracy of the LiDAR scanner in each UAV LiDAR system option to establish which ones will give you the accuracy you need. In addition, you need to review the angular accuracy of the two GNSS/INS sensor that are available as options. The GNSS/INS sensor has an angular error, so the further away your object is from the sensor the less accurate the overall accuracy will be. To fully understand what accuracy means, have a read of the following article: UAV LiDAR accuracy.

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    Do the areas you intend to survey have high vegetation?

    Again this factor determines the LiDAR scanner options that are suitable for your UAV LiDAR system. For each scanner option review the number of lasers, the Field of View, the number of points / second and the number of returns. All these attributes, plus flying altitude and speed, impact the number of hits you will get from the ground.

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    Do you have a UAV that you will be using for LiDAR?

    If yes, what is the endurance, flying speed and payload capability? The endurance of the UAV will dictate the size of the area you can fly in one mission and it directly impacts the efficiency of the project. Read this article to find out more.

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    Is the data you will collect classified or sensitive?

    Are you a Government Agency, or are you surveying critical infrastructure, and need to ensure your data is not processed by a third party in the cloud? This will inform the software platform (Desktop or web) that you should use to post process your data.