Use of laser technology across industries has become a common norm to ensure precision and accuracy in desired applications. These devices use laser beams to measure distances with extreme accuracy, and are even capable of gauging targets several kilometers away. The growing demand for precision in distance measurements has made long range laser rangefinder popular. Nowadays, these devices are allowing precise measurements in industries like defense, construction, surveying, forestry, and outdoor sports.
Long range laser rangefinder
A type of optical instrument, a long-range laser rangefinder (LRLR) calculates the distance to a target by measuring the time it takes for a laser pulse to travel to the object and back. The range of these devices can vary widely, depending on the application. They can measure from a few kilometers for commercial units to over 25 kilometers for specialized military systems.
Key components of laser rangefinders include:
Laser emitters, which send a pulse of laser light toward the target; receivers to detect the reflected pulse; processors to calculate the distance; optics, which provide magnification for visual targeting; and, display system to show the measured distance and other data.
Modern long-range laser rangefinders are high precision devices, capable of extended range, angle and speed measurement. They can also be integrated with GPS, ballistic calculations, and mapping software. Some devices are even meant to operate in water and diverse environmental conditions.
Industries that make the most of long-range laser rangefinders:
- Military and defense are major users to accurately measure the distance to a target.
- Surveyors rely on these devices for topographic surveys and measure long distance terrain and mapping inaccessible areas.
- These are even used in construction planning.
- Land use and mapping also require using long-range laser rangefinders
- These devices assist in landing system in aerospace
- Mining and infrastructure
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