Laser Scanner

Laser scanners are devices that measure distances to points in space, creating 3D point clouds used for various applications. Current research focuses on improving accuracy and range, particularly through advanced calibration techniques (e.g., fusing data from multiple sensors like cameras and IMUs) and novel scanning methods (e.g., dynamic light-section approaches). These improvements are driving applications in diverse fields, including precision agriculture (crop phenotyping), industrial automation (defect detection and 3D reconstruction), and subsea mapping, where robust calibration in challenging environments is crucial.