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The RIEGL VQ-780II Airborne LiDAR

The RIEGL VQ-780II Airborne LiDAR, owned and operated by Feiyan Remote Sensing, is a high-performance, lightweight professional surveying device integrated with proven waveform-LiDAR technology. Designed specifically for low, medium, and high-altitude operation scenarios, it combines dual advantages of high-density point cloud collection and wide-area mapping. Featuring a high-speed rotating mirror design, it ensures uniform point cloud distribution across the entire field of view. Combined with industry-leading laser pulse repetition rate and multi-target detection technology, it efficiently delivers high-precision, information-rich measurement data.

Technical Specifications

Category

Parameter

EnglishSpecification

Core Performance

Laser Pulse Repetition Rate

Up to 2 MHz


Ground Measurement Rate

Up to 1.33 million measurements/sec


Multiple Target Detection

Multiple-Time-Around (MTA) processing, up to 45 pulses simultaneously


Effective Field of View (FOV)

60°


Maximum Operational Efficiency

Up to 959 km²/h (varies with altitude and flight speed)


Point Density

Up to 29.46 pts/m²


Maximum Measurement Range

Up to 7100 m (at ≥ 60% target reflectivity)

Mechanical & Power

Weight

Approximately 20 kg


Power Consumption

18-32 V DC / 150 W

Environmental Adaptability

Operating Temperature Range

-20℃ ~ +55℃ (industrial-grade)


Maximum Compatible Flight Speed

Up to 300 knots

Data Processing

Waveform Recording

Online waveform processing + full waveform storage


Processing Acceleration

GPU-accelerated parallel computing


System Integration

Seamless integration with IMU, GNSS, and aerial cameras

Interface & Synchronization

Data Interface

10/100/1000 Mbit/s TCP/IP Ethernet


Synchronization Mode

GNSS time synchronization + 1 PPS input

Core Advantages

Ultra-High Operational EfficiencyWith a 2 MHz laser pulse repetition rate, 1.33 million measurements per second, and a maximum operational efficiency of 1090 km²/h, it significantly shortens the cycle of large-scale projects and helps Feiyan Remote Sensing improve service delivery speed.

Superior Data QualityAdvanced waveform processing technology and atmospheric clutter suppression generate clean, high-precision point clouds, reducing post-processing workload. Multi-target detection capability accurately captures complex terrain and ground object details, providing data integrity guarantee for Feiyan Remote Sensing's surveying services.

Uniform Point Cloud DistributionThe high-speed rotating mirror design produces completely parallel scan lines, achieving uniform point spacing across the entire field of view. It provides stable data support for precise 3D modeling and small target detection, ensuring the professional accuracy of Feiyan Remote Sensing's services.

Full-Scenario AdaptabilityCompatible with various flight platforms such as fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters, it adapts to low, medium, and high-altitude operation needs. It can flexibly switch between high-density scanning and wide-area mapping modes to meet the scenario diversity of Feiyan Remote Sensing's multi-industry services.

Stable & Reliable DesignIndustrial-grade rugged structure and operating temperature range of -20℃~+55℃ can cope with complex climatic conditions. The lightweight design reduces the load of the flight platform, ensuring the stability and continuity of Feiyan Remote Sensing's long-term operations.

Flexible Integration CapabilitiesSeamlessly compatible with mainstream IMUs, flight management systems, and cameras, combined with dedicated GPU-accelerated processing software, it realizes efficient flow of "acquisition-processing-output" and improves the overall service efficiency of Feiyan Remote Sensing.

Application Fields

Large-Scale Topographic Mapping & Base Mapping: Rapid and accurate production of digital terrain models (DTMs), digital surface models (DSMs), and contour lines over vast and remote areas.

Corridor Mapping: Ideal for linear infrastructure projects such as power line and pipeline inspection, highway and railway planning, providing detailed clearance analysis and asset management data.

Forestry & Natural Resource Management: Precise measurement of forest biomass, canopy height models (CHM), and terrain under dense vegetation for sustainable management and inventory.

Urban & 3D City Modeling: High-density point cloud generation for detailed 3D building models, urban planning, and Digital Twin creation.

Disaster Risk Management & Flood Modeling: Generating accurate terrain data for floodplain mapping, landslide risk assessment, and volumetric calculations.

Mining & Quarrying: High-precision volumetric measurements, stockpile management, and change detection for operational efficiency and compliance.


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