| Issue |
EPJ Web Conf.
Volume 362, 2026
31st International Laser Radar Conference (ILRC 31) Held Together with the 22nd Coherent Laser Radar Conference (CLRC 22)
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| Article Number | 05003 | |
| Number of page(s) | 4 | |
| Section | Lidar Techniques and Observations Related to Ocean Properties, Biosphere, and Ecosystems | |
| DOI | https://doi.org/10.1051/epjconf/202636205003 | |
| Published online | 09 April 2026 | |
https://doi.org/10.1051/epjconf/202636205003
Towards a Droneborne Maritime Lidar for Fisheries Surveys
University of Alaska-Fairbanks Geophysical Institute PO Box 757320, Fairbanks, AK 99775, USA This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Published online: 9 April 2026
Abstract
Airborne maritime lidars are an established technique for profiling the underwater environment. However, these lidars required manned aircraft for operation and expensive components. Here, we present the design of a droneborne maritime lidar for salmon surveys. Modeling of the signal-to-noise ratio from a single salmon is considered and we also determine the optimal spot diameter for detection. For the specific water conditions examined, a surface spot diameter of 1-2 m maximizes the detection depth.
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