About the project or challenge area

Terrestrial laser scanning represents the pinnacle of terrestrial surface modelling, offering sub-centimetre topographic accuracy across the microscale and mesoscale. However, TLS equipment is prohibitively expensive for many organisations and the time and computing outlay to gather and analyse TLS data also presents a barrier for many groups to create accurate 3D models of small river environments. This project seeks to establish whether low cost or even free photogrammetry software options can now rival the data we can collect with TLS methods to create micro- to mesoscale models of small stream topography to support organisations involved in the management and restoration of such environments.

This is a pre-defined project however, there is scope for ideas within the same subject area or creating high quality surface mapping for small streams.

Skills

Training on the use of TLS and Photogrammetry techniques which can be provided by supervisors.

How to apply

All students can apply using the button below, following the Admissions Statement.   Please note that this is an advertised project, which means you only have to complete Section A of the Research Statement.

This project is not funded, for further details please use this link.

Before applying, we recommend getting in touch with the project's supervisors. If you are interested in this project and would like to learn more about the research you will be undertaking, please use the contact details on this page.