Explore how LP360 simplifies LiDAR and imagery processing for professionals who demand precision, performance, and efficiency.
At this year’s ASPRS International Technical Symposium, attendees had the opportunity to explore the latest in LiDAR and photogrammetry processing during a session led by Eian Davis, Geospatial Support Specialist at GeoCue. Her presentation, “Unlocking the Full Potential of LiDAR and Imagery Data,” walked through the capabilities of LP360, GeoCue’s professional 3D point cloud software designed for efficient, scalable, and intuitive geospatial data processing.
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Since its launch in 2006, LP360 has earned its reputation as the trusted tool for professionals who demand accuracy, flexibility, and performance. Made in the United States, it is a standalone solution that handles data from airborne, mobile, and terrestrial LiDAR sensors, including third-party platforms such as DJI, Wingtra, and handheld scanners.
A Complete Environment for LiDAR and Imagery Processing
Eian began the session by highlighting what makes LP360 different. It is not limited to one workflow or one sensor. Whether your data comes from a TrueView payload, a DJI L1 or L2, or a mobile scanner, LP360 provides a seamless environment to process everything from raw point clouds to fully classified deliverables.
Users can perform multi-flight imports, run automated and manual classification, and generate a range of products, including contours, DEMs, and orthomosaics. LP360 even supports ASPRS standard accuracy reporting, giving surveyors and mapping professionals confidence in their final outputs.
One of the most powerful aspects of LP360 is its visualization flexibility. The software offers synchronized map, 3D, and profile views, along with measurement and identification tools that allow users to analyze every layer of their data. The Immersive Viewer goes a step further, allowing users to “fly through” their point clouds and explore captured imagery in an intuitive, street-view-style experience.
From Flight Lines to Finished Deliverables
LP360 is designed to manage the entire data lifecycle from raw sensor input to final deliverables.
Eian walked attendees through the workflow for TrueView payloads and other third-party sensors, demonstrating how LP360’s strip align tool improves the accuracy of flight lines by compensating for dynamic heading errors. The result is a tighter, cleaner, and more consistent point cloud.
For accuracy verification, LP360 provides both Z accuracy and full 3D accuracy reporting, supporting checkerboards, concentric circles, and GeoCue’s Accuracy Stars. The software automatically detects the X, Y, and Z centers of each target using intensity ranges, saving valuable processing time and improving consistency across projects.
Business Intelligence and Advanced Analysis
Eian also introduced attendees to LP360’s Business Intelligence license, which extends functionality into automated analysis and feature extraction.
Key tools include:
Power Line Extraction and Vegetation Encroachment Analysis – Automatically vectorize power lines and identify vegetation that poses potential risks.
Tree Segmentation – Generate individual tree models for forestry or urban vegetation management.
Building Rooftop and Planar Surface Classification – Automatically classify and digitize rooftops for urban modeling and asset management.
Rail Extraction – Detect and trace railway centerlines for infrastructure projects.
Eian demonstrated how these features combine to create a more efficient workflow, helping users move from raw data to actionable insight faster than ever.
Another favorite among advanced users is the Surface Precision Tool. This feature evaluates fuzziness or noise within a point cloud, providing visual feedback on areas that may require additional processing. It is particularly effective for assessing flight line overlap, verifying alignment, and identifying misclassified ground points.
Smart, Scalable Processing with LP360 Cloud
No presentation on LP360 would be complete without discussing its growing Cloud integration. LP360 Cloud extends the desktop experience, allowing users to upload, process, and share data online.
Within LP360 Cloud, users can:
- View and stream point clouds directly from the browser.
- Share datasets with collaborators via streaming links.
- Run Automatic AI Ground Classification in the cloud, leveraging deep learning algorithms to separate ground from non ground points quickly and efficiently.
For DJI users, the L1 or L2 Cloud Batch Processing Add On has been a major improvement. It enables complete data processing directly through LP360, removing the need for DJI Terra and allowing for full control over coordinate systems, multi cycle processing, and data organization, all while freeing up local resources.
Tools for Every Workflow
From volumetric analysis and breakline enforcement to canopy height models and LAS registration, LP360 continues to expand its toolbox to meet the needs of today’s mapping professionals. The platform also supports direct export to XML and CAD environments, making it an ideal choice for surveyors, engineers, and GIS analysts who need both precision and compatibility.
For those looking to learn more, Eian reminded the audience that GeoCue offers monthly free training webinars, as well as custom and on-site training sessions. Backed by a dedicated United States-based support team, LP360 users can count on expert help from setup and calibration to advanced workflows and troubleshooting.
Ready to Explore LP360?
As Eian concluded, LP360 is not just software. It is a complete ecosystem for processing, visualizing, and delivering professional-grade LiDAR and imagery data. Whether you are capturing large-scale aerial surveys, mobile mapping corridors, or handheld scans in confined spaces, LP360 gives you the tools and confidence to deliver results that meet and exceed professional standards.
To learn more or schedule a live demonstration, visit LP360.com or reach out to [email protected]