Topographic Laser Ranging and Scanning

This book is a must-have resource for students, educators and users of LiDAR data. Comprehensive in scope and newly updated, the book is a key reference for all aspects of LiDAR. This masterful compilation, written by the leaders in the field, captures the latest developments in the rapidly growing field of laser ranging and scanning. -Timothy A. Warner, West Virginia University, USA With the significant recent developments in LiDAR technology, such as single-photon and Geiger-mode LiDAR, the publication of this substantially updated Second Edition is a welcome addition to the geomatics literature. Descriptions of applications have been expanded to cover recent technological developments such as integrated mobile mapping systems and sensors mounted upon unmanned aerial systems, with there also being expanded coverage of automated feature extraction, 3D building extraction and modelling, and the application of LiDAR for forest inventory and management. The comprehensiveness of this book makes it an ideal textbook, as well as a valuable reference source for university students, researchers and practitioners of LiDAR technology. -Clive S. Fraser, University of Melbourne, Australia There are few in-depth references on this important source of geospatial data, and this text fills an important void. While one can find many articles in scientific journals, there is no comprehensive treatment of the subject equal to that found in this book. It will be a seminal resource for new professionals entering the field and for seasoned professionals seeking to keep their knowledge current. As a remote sensing educator at a leading university, I consider this publication to be an essential addition to the library of any serious student or practitioner in the geospatial field. -Karen Schuckman, Pennsylvania State University, USA This second edition of Topographic Laser Ranging and Scanning (2009) arrives none too soon, as the pace of innovation and accelerated use of LiDAR instruments has rapidly expanded into new applications areas. The nine chapters, written by recognized leaders in the field, covers a full range of Lidar systems, including strategic revisions and updates to accommodate new applications and capabilities. This volume, like its predecessor, provides ample graphics, carefully tailored to clearly illustrate key concepts presented by the text. This edition is valuable as an authoritative text, assessable to students, but also as an important reference for practitioners, scientists, and faculty. It is effectively organized, concise, and clearly presented with ample references, forming a valuable asset to prepare analysts in all aspects of Lidar systems. -James B. Campbell, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, Virginia, USA Since the publication of the 1st edition, this book is one of top LiDAR references for research and teaching. Thus, the 2nd edition is highly welcomed to keep its readers and followers updated with the most recent technologies in this fascinating field. ...the book gives an excellent overview of the state-of-the art of data collection and data processing. It is recommended to all students, academics and practitioners dealing with LiDAR technologies and its applications. - Dieter Fritsch, University of Stuttgart, Germany