LiDAR Processing Pipeline
Engineered efficient workflows for processing drone-captured LiDAR data, extracting Point Clouds, DEMs, contour maps, and Ground Point Classification for surveying and mapping clients.
Client
MangoesMapping
Key Results
Data Processing
Precision Outputs
Project Turnaround
Visualization Tools
The Challenge
Processing raw LiDAR data from drones required specialized expertise and time-consuming manual workflows that created bottlenecks for surveying projects.
Key challenges included:
- Complex multi-step LiDAR processing workflows
- Manual ground classification consuming hours per dataset
- Inconsistent output quality across projects
- Client visualization requirements
- Need for survey-grade accuracy
Surveying Industry Context
Drone LiDAR is transforming surveying with faster data collection and higher point densities. However, processing pipelines must deliver survey-grade accuracy for engineering and construction clients.
Survey-grade Accuracy
Centimeter-level precision required
Terrain Modeling
DEMs, contours, volumes
Our Solution
Built automated pipelines using Emlid Flow, DJI Terra, and Terrasolid for data processing. Developed custom visualization tools for presenting point cloud data to clients.
Processing Pipeline
Flight Data
Drone trajectory & LiDAR data
PPK Processing
Emlid Flow correction
Point Cloud
DJI Terra generation
Classification
Terrasolid ground filtering
Deliverables
DEMs, contours, exports
Emlid Flow PPK
Post-processed kinematic correction for centimeter-level positioning accuracy from drone flights.
DJI Terra Processing
Point cloud generation and initial processing from DJI drone LiDAR sensors.
Terrasolid Classification
Professional ground classification and filtering for survey-grade terrain models.
DEM Generation
High-resolution Digital Elevation Models for engineering and construction applications.
Contour Extraction
Automated contour generation at specified intervals for topographic mapping.
Client Visualization
Custom web-based viewers for presenting point cloud data to non-technical clients.
Technology Stack
Project Impact
Operational Efficiency
- Automated processing reduces manual effort by 70%
- Consistent, repeatable output quality
- Rapid turnaround for client projects
- Scalable to handle multiple concurrent projects
Client Deliverables
- Survey-grade DEMs and contour maps
- Web-based point cloud visualization
- Multiple export formats for CAD/GIS
- Clear documentation and metadata