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9.5 - Comparison between ALS and TLS

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the main platform used for ALS?

💡 Hint: Think about the type of vehicle used for airborne scanning.

Question 2

Easy

List one application of TLS.

💡 Hint: Consider types of structures that need detailed inspection.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is the main difference between ALS and TLS platforms?

  • Ground-based for TLS
  • airborne for ALS
  • Both are aerial
  • Both are ground-based

💡 Hint: One is in the sky, and the other is on the ground.

Question 2

True or False: TLS can cover larger areas compared to ALS.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about the scale each method is designed to operate on.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Analyze a case where a city is considering between ALS and TLS for a new urban development project. What factors should they consider?

💡 Hint: Think about how the project scale affects scanning needs.

Question 2

Create a summary comparing the limitations of ALS and TLS, and suggest ways to mitigate these limitations in practical applications.

💡 Hint: Consider strategies each technology could employ to overcome challenges.

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