Laser scanning is a technology used to capture and create highly-detailed and accurate digital representations of physical objects or environments. It involves the use of a laser scanner, which emits laser beams in a controlled manner to measure distances between the scanner and various points on the object’s surface. These measurements are then used to generate a three-dimensional (3D) point cloud, which is a collection of individual points in space that collectively represent the object’s shape, size, and spatial characteristics.
Laser scanning finds applications in various fields, including architecture, engineering, construction, archaeology, forestry, industrial design, and more. It enables the creation of detailed and precise 3D models that can be used for analysis, visualization, documentation, and various other purposes. Laser scanning technology has proven to be particularly valuable for capturing complex geometries, inaccessible or hazardous areas, and large-scale environments with a high level of accuracy and efficiency.