Lidar (Noun)
Meaning
A measuring system that detects and locates objects on the same principle as radar but uses light from a laser; a potential technology for detecting air turbulence that can affect aircraft.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The aircraft was equipped with a lidar system to detect air turbulence ahead and adjust its flight path for a smoother ride.
- The company developed a lidar technology to create high-resolution 3D maps of forest landscapes for environmental monitoring.
- The use of lidar in autonomous vehicles enables them to detect obstacles and navigate safely even in low-light conditions.
- Researchers proposed a lidar-based system to detect wind shear and turbulence near airports to improve aviation safety.
- A team of scientists employed lidar to study the effect of climate change on glacier dynamics and ice sheet melting.