User-Side Analyses of the Effect of Laser Data Uncertainties onMapping Applications

Manufacturers’ specifications for laser data acquisition have been used since

the inception of the technology over a decade ago [Habib et. al., 2008; Ussyshkin et. al, 2006].

However, unbiased geostatistical analysis would be valuable in determining – in a pre-analysis stage –

whether or not user-demanded specifications for project-specific mapping applications can be met or

exceeded by the manufacturer’s standards. The partnering organization’s knowledge of false

accuracies, if any, can assess the uncertainty of marrying airborne laser data budgets with the total

uncertainty propagation model [Hare, 2001] – used for hydrographic data error budgeting – in CARIS

HIPS as of now. Ultimately, CARIS seeks to integrate these two error sources and provide a total

uncertainty budget model suitable for both terrain and hydrographic objects.

Finally, assessing the accuracy of LiDAR measurements within a controlled test field will determine

whether or not the actual uncertainties lie within predicted tolerances.

Faculty Supervisor:

David Coleman

Student:

Partner:

CARIS

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of New Brunswick

Program:

Accelerate

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