Bathymetric Lidar Sensors Overview

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Initial community request for an updated table of bathymetric LiDAR sensors, including examples of applications and experiences. This is a placeholder for a dynamic, evolving table, drawing on examples from these resources.

Categories of Sensors

Sensor Name	Category	Description	Status
Sensor A	Commercial Use	High-resolution lidar sensor used for ...	Available
Sensor B	Research Only	Experimental sensor for academic studies	Limited Use
Sensor C	In Development	Prototype sensor with new capabilities	Testing Phase

Sensor Details

Sensor A

Category: Commercial Use
Description: High-resolution lidar sensor used for various commercial applications such as coastal surveys, underwater mapping, and environmental monitoring.

Specifications:

• Laser Wavelength:
• Scan Pattern:
• Laser Energy Per Pulse:
• Pulse Duration:
• Peak Measurement Frequency:
• Footprint Diameter:
• Nominal Flying Height:
• Swath Width:
• Typical Bathymetric Point Spacings:
• Maximum Depth:
• Vertical Accuracy:
• Weight:
• Dimensions:
• Camera:
• Field of View (FOV):
• Scan Mechanism:
• Depth Performance:
  Status: Available
  Verified by Manufacturer: [ ]
  Verification Date (YYYY-MM-DD): [ ]

Sensor B

Category: Research Only
Description: Experimental sensor designed for academic and research purposes to explore new methodologies in bathymetric lidar.

Specifications:

• Laser Wavelength:
• Scan Pattern:
• Laser Energy Per Pulse:
• Pulse Duration:
• Peak Measurement Frequency:
• Footprint Diameter:
• Nominal Flying Height:
• Swath Width:
• Typical Bathymetric Point Spacings:
• Maximum Depth:
• Vertical Accuracy:
• Weight:
• Dimensions:
• Camera:
• Field of View (FOV):
• Scan Mechanism:
• Depth Performance:
  Status: Limited Use
  Verified by Manufacturer: [ ]
  Verification Date (YYYY-MM-DD): [ ]

Sensor C

Category: In Development
Description: Prototype sensor with advanced capabilities being tested for future applications in deep-sea mapping and other specialized tasks.

Specifications:

• Laser Wavelength:
• Scan Pattern:
• Laser Energy Per Pulse:
• Pulse Duration:
• Peak Measurement Frequency:
• Footprint Diameter:
• Nominal Flying Height:
• Swath Width:
• Typical Bathymetric Point Spacings:
• Maximum Depth:
• Vertical Accuracy:
• Weight:
• Dimensions:
• Camera:
• Field of View (FOV):
• Scan Mechanism:
• Depth Performance:
  Status: Testing Phase
  Verified by Manufacturer: [ ]
  Verification Date (YYYY-MM-DD): [ ]