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Light Detection and Ranging (Lidar) Data for Pinellas Point in Tampa Bay, FL
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| | Description: | Lidar (light detection and ranging) is a remote sensing technique that uses laser light to detect, range, or identify remote objects based on light reflected by the object or emitted through its subsequent fluoresence. Airborne ranging lidar is now being applied in coastal environments to produce accurate, cost-efficient elevation datasets with high data density. The USGS Tampa Bay study is using airborne lidar to measure the submerged topography of the bay; secondarily, the data will be assessed for its potential in terms of benthic characterization. With the NASA EAARL lidar system, submarine data is generally acquired to a maximum of approximately 1.5 secchi depths (a measure of water clarity). In Tampa Bay, this depth generally corresponds to approximately 2-4 m water depth, depending upon water clarity. |
| | Contact Info: | John Brock (U.S. Geological Survey) Email: jbrock@usgs.gov Phone: 727-803-8747 Ext. 3088 |
| | Published Year: | 2005 |
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