LiDAR supports higher-precision mapping of UK’s rail infrastructure

Leica 3D Rail Scan, source: Leica Geosystems (owned by Hexagon)

Network Rail is looking for a more accurate and efficient way to measure Britain’s network. Swedish engineering company Hexagon will support this intention with its solutions that use LiDAR data and artificial intelligence.

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LiDAR supports higher-precision mapping of UK’s rail infrastructure

Leica 3D Rail Scan, source: Leica Geosystems (owned by Hexagon)

Network Rail is looking for a more accurate and efficient way to measure Britain’s network. Swedish engineering company Hexagon will support this intention with its solutions that use LiDAR data and artificial intelligence.

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Author: Mykola Zasiadko

Mykola Zasiadko was editor of online trade magazines RailTech.com and RailFreight.com.

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