#ISPRS2026 is just one month away! Stop by booth 208 to learn about the latest in Geiger-mode lidar, we can't wait to see you.

Get excited for the next Talking Technical edition! Next month we are covering Ground Finding algorithms for Geiger-mode lidar data. Be sure to subscribe to get every edition sent to your inbox each month. Subscribe on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/build-relati...

We are counting down the weeks (just 6!) to #ISPRS2026! Be sure to check out the 3DEO booth in the exhibit hall, July 6th - 9th between presentation sessions.

Angular resolution impacts collection rates and data quality for airborne lidar. This trade off was especially challenging when designing Sequoia, which has a FWHM ground spatial resolution of 29 cm at 27,000 ft. Check out our newsletter: www.linkedin.com/pulse/talkin...

Founder and CEO Dale Fried recently presented “Performance of a commercially-available SPAD camera for airborne lidar” at the SPIE D+S conference in Maryland. He covered the desired characteristics of a Geiger-mode camera and reviewed how the SRI camera model worked in practice.

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A trade-off for airborne lidars is between ground resolution and flying height. The higher systems fly, the harder to distinguish details on the ground. But, flying at higher altitudes means scaled collections. Check out our newsletter: lnkd.in/eTxhyn3P

For lidar, angular resolution is the ability to distinguish small details within a scene. In lidar collections, angular resolution determines if the right questions get answered To learn more, check out 3DEO's newsletter Talking Technical: lnkd.in/eTxhyn3P

3DEO launched a newsletter! In our first edition, Lidar Engineer Andy Zhang, talks angular resolution: why it's important, what the constraints are, and how to improve it to engineer world class lidar systems. www.linkedin.com/pulse/talkin...

We are excited to exhibit at #ISPRS2026! Will we see you in Toronto?

Our systems are purpose-built for operation where conventional #lidar breaks down. 3DEO lidars have higher measurements rates and are more sensitive to ground returns under foliage. Our systems use agile geo-referenced scanning for high angular diversity and dense point clouds.

Warm weather and leaf growth means it’s harder for photons to reach the ground and detect terrain in dense forests. Our lidars use agile geo-referenced scanning to achieve angular diversity, collecting 4-6 viewpoints in a single pass, mitigating shadows under forest canopy.

Data size increases exponentially when scaling #lidar collections, meaning new workflows. 3DEO’s Acadia software suite uses HPC job management tools to schedule and execute data processing on systems, scaling from a single computer to clusters with 30+ nodes.

Acadia is our software suite that processes Geiger-mode #lidar data into dense point clouds, with relative reflectivity, height above ground and point confidence metadata. It registers data collected by agile geo-referenced scanning to create point clouds with minimal shadowing.

Our mission planning starts by understanding data product requirements (point density, 3D accuracy, and spatial resolution) and scene characteristics (foliage density, terrain variation, and area collected).

3DEO, Inc. is proud to be the first member of the Digital Forest Affiliates (DFA) at the University of Idaho College of Natural Resources. DFA unites researchers, industry leaders, and land managers to advance digital forestry.

Efficient #lidar corridor collections increases platform altitude, but it doesn’t matter if it degrades data quality. Flying higher = larger swaths of ground coverage, or the ability to include curving #ROWs and substations without expensive extra plane maneuvers.

Geiger-mode vs. linear-mode lidar — what’s the difference? Linear-mode lidar sweeps a pulsing laser beam back and forth over an area of interest, requiring about 300 photons to get above noise and identify returns.

3DEO systems provide regional scale with local precision. By combining agile geo-referenced scanning with Geiger-mode lidar capabilities, our systems rapidly cover more area without compromising data quality. Image collected in 17 sec at 28,000 ft with a 2670 m swath width.

Large-scale, physics-based fluid dynamic models provide immediate flood forecasts in urban areas. Reliable models need topographic maps with decimeter-scale vertical and horizontal resolution. Wide-area maps are essential to capture the entire sub-watershed that effects the area.

We had a great time at Geo Week! Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth or attended our ASPRS presentation on Resolution and Precision in Geiger-mode Lidar . We always enjoy the opportunity to connect with friends — old and new!

Stop by booth 1515 at #GeoWeek for some candy and to learn about our next-gen #lidar systems!

Aethon Aerial and 3DEO entered a strategic joint venture initiative to collaborate on the deployment of next-gen Geiger-mode LiDAR solutions for large-scale transmission corridors, as well as targeted collection of urban and rural distribution and sub-transmission infrastructure.

More scans at diverse look angles = better airborne #lidar data. Agile geo-referenced scanning uses two axes with random look angles. Set collection patterns can result in consistent over/under sampling areas, but adding a dimension of flexibility spreads data into clearer images

This looks amazing! Can't wait to check it out at #GeoWeek!

@geo-week.bsky.social is just 2 weeks away! Join us in Denver with a FREE Exhibit Hall Pass or $100 of a Full Conference Pass by using code GEO2630176 during registration! Once you're there, stop by booth 1515 in the main isle to see how we can help with your next project. We can't wait to see you!

Flying height's inverse relationship with PPSM can make #lidar collections difficult. 3DEO's different systems maintain 20 cm range resolution up to 27 kft. Using agile geo-referenced scanning and heightened sensitivity, we push forward where conventional lidar breaks down.

What goes into a #lidar collection? Resolution-driven tradeoffs to build value and cut costs. Planes and lidar systems are chosen for flying height/speed. 3DEO systems are optimized for 6-40kft altitudes and have 20 cm range resolutions, ensuring data clarity on any collection.

Making reliable Digital Surface or Elevation Models starts with vertical accuracy of #lidar collections. The shorter the laser pulse and the greater the points per square meter, the better vertical accuracy gets. This is why PPSM is a key driver of project limitations and cost.

We are #hiring a full-time, 100% remote LiDAR software support specialist! www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/43...

If you missed our presentation at MAPPS, stay updated with our #lidar systems! Each has deployed operationally outside the US by government entities. Designated as 'small', 'medium', 'large', these systems collect data rapidly while maintaining clarity.

Digital elevation, terrain and surface models are the backbone for evacuation and preparedness standards across many industries, for example, flood map predictions. Reliable models are created from processing raw #lidar data into finished high-density 3D point clouds.

We are at the @MAPPSorg conference! This is a wonderful opportunity to meet with geospatial thought leaders and catch up with old friends, like Michael Intschert from Talos Aviation Group. We are excited to be involved with the geospatial community and share our own progress!

Most lidars have different scanning modes to focus on desired areas. This helps different industries, i.e, utility companies use corridor mapping to mitigate overgrown vegetation along miles of power lines. These methods optimize the outcome without additional costly data.

@geoweek.bsky.social is 1 month away! Don't miss our talk during the "Spatial Accuracy and Validation of Topographic and Bathymetric Lidar Data" session, where experts will examine methods for assessing dataset elevation accuracy. invt.io/1lxbvi3wn13

As the need for geospatial intelligence continues to expand, so does the technology. Geiger-mode #lidar is an advanced type of lidar that enables larger-scale collections while maintaining data clarity.

Laser pulse length is a key factor of #lidar accuracy. Short pulses detect object layers and the distance between them. Our sub-nanosecond pulses cut through foliage identifying branches, grass or ground. The time between signals are translated into reliable distance measurement.

3DEO is military precision, commercialized. Our #lidar innovations originated through DOD-funded projects and expanded based on next-gen results. Our lidars fly up to 40 kft, maintaining high resolutions. How would DOD-tested, scalable 3D point clouds revolutionize your industry?

Our aerial lidar systems are equipped with agile geo-referenced scanning. So, what does that do? This helps our customers in three ways (🧵):

Geospatial intelligence answers questions about a space and what's in it. Foresters measure height, timber value or habitat of their trees, while utility companies monitor vegetation encroachment. #Lidar systems get the right answer, it's just a matter of capturing the right data

Reliable AI models are trained on millions of data points. By combining airborne #lidar with agile geo-referenced scanning, our systems capture thousands of acres at low, 20 cm range resolutions. This translates to stronger models that leave no room for second guessing.

Happy New Years! In 2026, we look forward to hitting the ground running. Between wrapping up current projects and starting some new ones, we know it will be a busy year — and that's how we like it!

As industries emphasize data-backed solutions, it becomes more important to actually collect that data. By offering aerial lidar systems which can collect states or even small countries at scale we provide the opportunity to capture more data that answers your questions.

As we close out 2025 we celebrate the opportunity to grow our knowledge and relationships. We can't help but think back to our 10th Anniversary from last year, at which we gathered with everyone who makes this company what it is. Thank you to our community and happy holidays!

How do you get the most out of airborne lidar? By methodically planning flights. With Target mode, Corridor mode or Wide Area Mapping, we focus on desired areas and collect multiple looks from different angles, creating a fuller image that cuts to direct answers.

Detail/scale is a major trade off in #lidar, but combining airborne Geiger-mode lidar with agile geo-referenced scanning creates high density point clouds by aggregating scans from different angles. The best part? We fly at 5 - 40 kft, covering more ground in more detail.

Today we celebrated MIT Venture Mentoring Service's 25th anniversary! We are grateful for the service's dedication to 3DEO and are thankful for the opportunity to connect and give back to our community! Learn more about VMS from their Boston Globe article: share.google/OOCUMDKtWIXS...

Mission planning is everything! To offer optimized solutions utilizing Geiger-mode #lidar, we are meticulous during mission planning to ensure customers collect only what they need, saving on flying time and overall cost without compromising data quality.

We produce high resolution imagery with airborne Geiger-mode #lidar solutions. In just 1 second of recording time we captured small details like lines in a parking lot while flying at 6,500 ft! What would you do with high density lidar data?

We will be at the MIT Venture Mentoring Service 25th Anniversary Expo! As a spinout of MIT Lincoln Lab, we will share our journey and what we are up to now. We are very thankful to be part of such a community-oriented knowledge hub and love returning to MIT for events like this!