IRIDESENSE has unveiled what it claims is the first 3D multispectral LiDAR sensor capable of analysing plant health and soil humidity levels remotely in real-time, while adding that the unit is also suitable for other applications, such as industrial quality control and forest management.

The long-range (300-metre), 60W 3D LiDAR is based on proprietary SWIR multispectral laser technology, featuring five colours in infrared and high-resolution image quality. The unit can operate completely independent of lighting and meteorological conditions, weighs only 3.5 kg and has dimensions of 142 mm x 220 mm x 192mm.

The company says it is actively searching for partners to deploy the technology to collect data to improve its artificial intelligence.