Whitebox
Whitebox Geospatial Inc. offers innovative geospatial software built on open-source platforms, providing a suite of tools for advanced geospatial data analysis. Their flagship product, WhiteboxTools Open Core (WbT), contains over 475 tools for processing various types of geospatial data, including raster, vector, and LiDAR datasets. WbT is designed for seamless integration with other GIS software, such as QGIS and ArcGIS, enhancing their analytical capabilities. It features extensive use of parallel computing, operates without the need for additional libraries like GDAL, and can be utilized from scripting environments, making it a versatile choice for geospatial professionals. For users seeking advanced functionalities, Whitebox offers the Whitebox Toolset Extension (WTE), a paid extension that adds more than 75 tools for sophisticated geospatial data processing. Additionally, Whitebox Workflows for Python (WbW) provides geospatial professionals with next-level geoprocessing.
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LiDAR360
LiDAR360 is a comprehensive LiDAR point cloud processing and analysis software developed by GreenValley International. It offers a suite of modules tailored for various industries, including terrain analysis, forestry management, mining, and power line inspection. The software supports massive data processing, is capable of handling over 300 GB of LiDAR data simultaneously, and includes more than 10 advanced point cloud processing algorithms. Key features encompass data preprocessing, filtering, point cloud classification, digital terrain, surface model generation, and 3D visualization. LiDAR360 also provides tools for individual tree segmentation, forest parameter extraction, and regression analysis for biomass estimation, aiding in efficient forest resource surveys. For mining applications, it facilitates open-pit mine modeling, volume change analysis, and tunnel section analysis.
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Quick Terrain Modeler
Quick Terrain Modeler, developed by Applied Imagery, is a premier 3D point cloud and terrain visualization software designed for efficient LiDAR data exploitation. It offers a user-friendly interface that allows users to work with extensive 3D datasets, perform rapid analyses, and export a variety of products with minimal training. The software supports data from multiple sources, including LiDAR, photogrammetry, radar, and sonar, and can handle data in various coordinate systems, converting them seamlessly within a single scene. Key features include visualization of vast amounts of 3D data in point cloud or surface model formats, interactive inspection tools, 3D editing capabilities, automatic point cloud classification, building extraction, and a suite of geospatial analysis tools. Quick Terrain Modeler is compatible with Windows operating systems and offers a free trial version for users to evaluate its capabilities.
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TerrainTools
Ideal for 3D site design, stockpile volume calculations, mine surveying, quantity takeoffs, pad and pond design, geological mapping, surface contouring and visualization, and landfill site design. Includes functions for: surveying, coordinate geometry, image manipulation, digital terrain modeling, contouring, volume and earthwork calculations, design, grading, visualization and report generation. Create surface models from large LiDAR and UAV datasets. Have complete control over your point data thinning functionality. Thinning to polygons, corridors, coordinates regions, or exterior regions. Import and management of a variety of survey and file formats, including: total station, LiDAR, ASCII, DWG, DGN, USGS DEM, LandXMl and image formats (TIFF, BMP, JPG). Total station data can be included with automatic control of linear features, breaklines and symbology. Import georeferenced background imagery from our Live Maps tool.
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