Open-source 3D point cloud processing software for LiDAR point clouds, forest structure and 3D scene analysis.
CloudCompare is open-source 3D point cloud and mesh processing software suited to LiDAR, photogrammetric point clouds and 3D models. It supports point cloud registration, clipping, distance computation, classification, volume estimation and visual analysis.
Use cases: LiDAR point cloud processing, forest structure analysis, 3D terrain/object measurement, comparing point clouds and meshes
Alternative to: partially replaces Leica Cyclone / Trimble RealWorks / commercial point cloud software
