19.3.3 - LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging)
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Practice Questions
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What does LiDAR stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about the detection part.
Name one main application of LiDAR in civil engineering.
💡 Hint: Which survey helps map out the land’s features?
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What technology does LiDAR utilize to collect data?
💡 Hint: Consider the detection method.
True or False: LiDAR can be used for road alignment studies.
💡 Hint: Think about its application in surveying.
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Compare the traditional methods of surveying with LiDAR data collection when conducting a large topographic survey. What are some potential problems faced in traditional methods?
💡 Hint: Think about efficiency and potential human error.
Consider a civil engineering project that requires both road alignment and environmental monitoring. How might LiDAR serve both needs effectively?
💡 Hint: Think about the dual capability of data collection.
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