Analysis of airborne LiDAR data for estimation of tree height, DBH and tree volume

Abstract

In this bachelor work we present a study on the efficiency of multi-return LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) data in the estimation of mensuration parameters in the forest of Krtiny. The goals of this study are (1) introduce the state-of-the-art in LiDAR data uses for forest mensuration studies, (2) define a clear "how-to" methodology for ALS data assessment for mensuration purposes and (3) compare the obtained results of the processed data with estimated information of yield tables, comparing statistical results