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Near Surface Observatory: LIDAR

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The UT Austin Bureau of Economic Geology’s Near Surface Observatory features LiDAR and hyperspectral data analysis for environmental monitoring and geological research. The observatory's advanced imaging helps capture and analyze surface-level environmental features, supporting studies in fields such as geology, environmental science, and resource management. This program enhances the understanding of Texas’s diverse terrains and provides actionable data for sustainable management and hazard assessment.

Services Offered

  • High-resolution LIDAR mapping for surface studies
  • Geospatial data collection and processing
  • Terrain and vegetation analysis
  • Support for geological and environmental research
Brief Description
LIDAR research, Near-surface geophysics, Environmental monitoring, Data analysis