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LiDAR Software
May 20, 2021
Rolf Wojtech

On-Device Motion Detection Minimizes LiDAR Data Transmission over 5G

LiDAR generates high-accuracy point clouds and acts as a building block for many technologies. But processing and storing the large amount of data generated has always been a big challenge. This blog post will uncover the on-device motion detection through background subtraction and explain how it helps in reducing the total data transmitted over wireless LiDAR applications and 5G networks.
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Laptop Pointclouds Blickfeld Percept
March 30, 2021
Florian Petit
LiDAR technology

Myths about LiDAR Sensor Debunked – Part 2

LiDAR technology has acted as a building block for many technologies and applications but has also been mired with several myths and false presumptions. As the second part of this blog series, we have rounded up more common myths about LiDAR and have debunked them.
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Drone with Blickfeld LiDAR sensor Cube 1
March 3, 2021
Florian Petit
Drones & UAVs

LiDAR in Drones: Keeping an eye on things

Capturing terrain aerially has many advantages and therefore offers exciting use cases in numerous industries. Robust and small LiDAR sensors enable the recording of terrain with centimeter accuracy and thus provide information about the conditions while cutting down costs and and man-hours.
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February 17, 2021
Florian Petit
LiDAR technology

Myths about LiDAR Sensor Debunked – Part 1

LiDAR technology has been a revelation for many sensor-based applications but has also been the focus of many myths and false presumptions. We have rounded up the most common myths and debunked them in this two-part blog series.
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February 3, 2021
Rolf Wojtech
Life at Blickfeld

„We want to be a one-stop-shop for perception solutions”

How was Blickfeld founded? What does a typical working day look like? What challenges are yet to be overcome, what milestones to be celebrated? Blickfeld’s founders will be answering these and other questions over the next few months.
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January 20, 2021
Andreas Bollu
Security

LiDAR in Security Applications – A Game Changer

LiDAR in security applications can act as a much-needed breakthrough for the outdated legacy systems. Learn how LiDAR operates in a security system, its typical applications, and what makes it stand out from other sensors.
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LiDAR technology
December 3, 2020
Mathias Müller
LiDAR technology

Time-of-Flight vs. FMCW: Which LiDAR Measuring Principle Is Better?

FMCW is considered a game-changer for LiDAR - but does the technology really have the potential to transform the industry? Is FMCW even ready for use in sensor technology? And why do most LiDAR manufacturers prefer to continue to rely on time-of-flight?
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Blickfeld Qb2 LiDAR sensor front and back
November 23, 2020
Mathias Müller
LiDAR technology

LiDAR Explained – Understanding LiDAR Specifications and Performance

LiDAR is the latest cutting-edge technology leveraging 3D point cloud images to enable many applications. But how can one assess the performance metrics and decide which LiDAR is a good fit for their application?
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November 2, 2020
Florian Petit
Traffic & Infrastructure

Traffic Jams in Cities – LiDAR-based Smart Infrastructure as a Solution

Congestion is a major problem in cities worldwide – integrating LiDAR sensors into the infrastructure can optimize traffic flow with the help of precise 3D data.
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Blickfeld Cube LiDAR sensors outdoor mounted tripod
September 2, 2020
Mathias Müller
LiDAR technology

The Blickfeld scan pattern: Eye-shaped and configurable

Why is the Blickfeld point cloud eye-shaped? How can it be configured? And what are the advantages of these setting options for different applications?
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Laptop percept software zone configuration
August 19, 2020
Florian Petit
LiDAR technology

What is LiDAR? An overview of LiDAR Sensors, their types, and advantages

LiDAR is the latest buzzword in the world of autonomous vehicles, but how exactly does the technology work? How many types are there? Why use LiDAR sensor instead of any other tech?
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Drone with LiDAR sensor agricultural application
April 23, 2020
Florian Petit
Automation & Mobility

Technology in Agriculture: Can LiDAR Transform Modern Farming?

LiDAR can help agriculture increase yields and use land more efficiently through detailled monitoring. The technology is thus preparing the agricultural sector for the future.
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