.are subtypes of DEM (digital elevation mode). a.LIDAR systems b. UAV c. DSM and DTM
.are subtypes of DEM (digital elevation mode). a.LIDAR systems b. UAV c. DSM and DTM
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Transcribed Image Text:.are subtypes of DEM (digital elevation mode).
a.LIDAR systems b. UAV c. DSM and DTM
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(a) LIDAR systems
LIDAR stands for Light Detection and Ranging. It is a remote sensing method that uses light in the form of a laser to measure variable distances.
(b) UAV
UAV stands for Unmanned Aerial Vehicle. It is an aircraft without a human pilot on board or a drone.
(c) DSM and DTM
DSM stands for Digital Surface Model. It captures both the natural and artificial features of the environment. DTM stands for Digital Terrain Model. It basically augments a DEM (Digital Elevation Model).
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