Practice System Components (9.2.2) - Airborne and Terrestrial Laser Scanning
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System Components

Practice - System Components - 9.2.2

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is the primary function of the laser scanner?

💡 Hint: Think about what happens to a light beam when it hits an object.

Question 2 Easy

What role does GNSS play in ALS?

💡 Hint: Consider what technology helps GPS devices locate their position.

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Question 1

What does the laser scanner in ALS do?

Emits radio waves
Captures data using lasers
Measures temperature

💡 Hint: Consider the type of sensor used for measuring distance.

Question 2

True or False: The data storage unit is not essential for ALS.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about what happens to data if it is not stored.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Consider a scenario where the laser scanner fails during a flight. What impact would that have on the collected data, and what might be possible solutions for this issue?

💡 Hint: Think about the importance of data completeness in mapping.

Challenge 2 Hard

If the GNSS signal is disrupted during data collection, how can the ALS still maintain accuracy? Discuss the methods that could be employed.

💡 Hint: Consider fallback mechanisms in technology.

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