SERVICES
Mobile LiDAR Scanning
Mobile LiDAR
While terrestrial and aerial LiDAR have long been the foundation of Wilson & Associates’ scanning division, the growing demand for efficient urban mapping made it clear—a mobile mapping platform was essential.
Our mobile LiDAR system allows us to scan congested roadways quickly and safely, outperforming traditional terrestrial methods in both speed and accessibility. When combined with our aerial platforms, we can deliver a complete, high-resolution survey of complex urban corridors in days—rather than the weeks or months older methods might require.
This advanced technology dramatically reduces project timelines and enhances safety by minimizing the need for lane closures and field exposure. It has also proven critical in emergency response. Following Hurricane Helene, Wilson & Associates rapidly deployed mobile LiDAR teams to affected areas in Tennessee, North Carolina, and South Carolina—completing full line and grade surveys in as little as 13 days from Notice to Proceed.
With mobile LiDAR, Wilson & Associates is equipped to respond fast, work safer, and deliver complete, actionable survey data on tight timelines—no matter the challenge.
Mobile LiDAR Scanning Process
- Mount LiDAR units and cameras to a survey vehicle
- Capture georeferenced data while traveling project routes
- Process data into point clouds, 3D surfaces, and maps
- Integrate with control points and existing GIS data
- Identify roadway features, utilities, and surface conditions
- Package deliverables for use in engineering and design platforms
How Mobile LiDAR Scanning Supports Your Project
- Covers long distances quickly and accurately
- Reduces lane closures and field time
- Captures road features, signage, and utilities in detail
- Enhances transportation and infrastructure design
- Improves safety for field teams and the public
- Delivers data ready for use in CAD, GIS, and planning systems