RIEGL Technology Unveils Stunning LiDAR Expedition of Alcatraz at Geo Week 2025

The presentation, highlighted by an exclusive video, offered a detailed look at the historic landmark like never before.

Main Feature:

Exclusive Video Presentation: The captivating video, available here, takes viewers on a virtual journey through Alcatraz, revealing intricate details of the island and its structures captured through RIEGL LiDAR and in collaboration with other project participants.

Key Highlights Presented at Geo Week 2025:

Brief History and Current Condition of Alcatraz: The presentation delved into the infamous prison’s storied past and its current state, providing a comprehensive overview of its significance.

Project Scope and Mission: Kelsey explained the ambitious goals behind the project, emphasizing the importance of preserving Alcatraz for future generations.

Preservation Goals and Future Tourism Potential: The data collected through this expedition is expected to play a crucial role in preservation efforts and enhance the island’s tourism potential.

Technologies Used: The presentation highlighted the use of RIEGL‘s VZ-600i and VZ-2000i terrestrial scanners, which were instrumental in capturing both the interior and exterior of Alcatraz, in parallel with several other notable laser scanner manufacturers.

Data Processing: Attendees were given insights into how various data sets were meticulously merged to create a comprehensive deliverable.

Fun Tales: Kelsey shared engaging anecdotes from the RIEGL team’s overnight stay at Alcatraz, adding a personal touch to the technical presentation.

The session at Geo Week 2025 underscored the unique gathering of technology and talent involved in this project, showcasing the potential of LiDAR technology in historical preservation and tourism enhancement.

For a detailed look at the data collected, watch the video here.

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