LiDAR - briefly explained

LiDAR stands for "Light Detection and Ranging" and is a popular method for environmental detection. It uses light in the form of a pulsed laser to detect and categorize objects. LiDAR sensors generate precise, three-dimensional information about the shape and surface properties of the surrounding objects.
Typical LiDAR applications include surveying, geography, atmospheric physics and archaeology. Today, the technology is also increasingly being used in cutting-edge applications as well as in robotics, smart city applications and autonomous vehicles.
Find out more about LiDAR in the video linked below: