what does the abbreviation lidar stand for
LIDAR data supports activities such as inundation and storm surge modeling, hydrodynamic modeling, shoreline mapping, emergency response, hydrographic surveying, and coastal vulnerability analysis. LIDAR, which stands for Light Detection and Ranging, is a remote sensing method that uses light in the form of a pulsed laser to measure ranges (variable distances) to the Earth. These light pulsesâcombined with other data recorded by the airborne systemâ generate precise, three-dimensional information about the shape of the Earth and its surface characteristics.