GeoSun GS-260X UAV LiDAR Scanner

The Geosun GS-260X is a professional UAV LiDAR scanning system designed for high-precision 3D mapping, surveying and geospatial data collection. It combines a 32-channel laser scanner, GNSS positioning, an inertial navigation system (INS) and a camera to capture detailed 3D point clouds and imagery. The system is suitable for topographic surveying, forestry, mining, infrastructure inspection, construction and urban mapping.

The GS-260X features a maximum laser measuring range of 300 meters, a 32-channel LiDAR sensor, up to 1,920,000 points per second, triple-return technology and integrated GNSS/INS positioning. It also includes a 26 MP camera, supports multiple mounting platforms and weighs approximately 1.1 kg. These capabilities make it suitable for high-density point cloud acquisition and professional aerial surveying.

The Geosun GS-260X has a maximum specified laser measuring range of 300 meters. The effective scanning distance depends on surface reflectivity, environmental conditions, laser incidence angle and the required point cloud density. For professional surveying, flight altitude should be selected according to the desired accuracy, coverage and ground point density.

The GS-260X specifies an absolute system accuracy of approximately 10 cm at a measuring distance of 150 meters. Its laser scanner has a specified ranging accuracy of 0.5 cm. The integrated positioning system specifies horizontal accuracy of 2 cm and vertical accuracy of 3 cm under suitable conditions. Actual mapping accuracy depends on GNSS quality, trajectory processing, calibration, flight conditions and survey methodology.

The GS-260X can capture up to 1,920,000 laser points per second using its 32-channel LiDAR scanner with triple-return capability. This high acquisition rate supports detailed 3D mapping of terrain, vegetation, buildings and infrastructure. Actual point cloud density depends on flight speed, altitude, scan geometry and mission settings.

Yes. The Geosun GS-260X supports up to three laser returns per emitted pulse. Multiple-return LiDAR technology helps capture information from different surfaces within the same laser footprint, including vegetation canopies and the ground beneath them. This is particularly valuable for forestry surveying, vegetation analysis and digital terrain model generation. Ground returns depend on vegetation density and available gaps in the canopy.

The GS-260X is designed for professionals in land surveying, geospatial mapping, forestry, agriculture, mining, civil engineering, construction, transportation infrastructure, energy utilities and urban planning. Surveyors, GIS specialists, drone mapping companies, forestry managers and engineering teams use UAV LiDAR data to generate accurate 3D representations of terrain and infrastructure for measurement, planning and analysis.

Yes. The GS-260X is suitable for topographic surveying, land mapping and terrain analysis. It captures georeferenced 3D point clouds that can be processed into digital terrain models (DTMs), digital surface models (DSMs), elevation maps, contour lines and other survey deliverables. Its airborne LiDAR capabilities are particularly useful for mapping large, uneven or difficult-to-access areas.

Yes. The GS-260X is well suited to forestry mapping and vegetation monitoring. Its triple-return LiDAR technology can record reflections from tree canopies, branches and exposed ground beneath vegetation. Processed point cloud data can support canopy height measurements, forest structure analysis, terrain modeling, vegetation classification and forest inventory workflows. The quality of ground detection depends on forest density and scanning conditions.

Yes. The GS-260X can collect detailed 3D point cloud data along power lines and utility corridors. Survey teams can use this information to map transmission towers, electrical conductors, surrounding terrain and nearby vegetation. With suitable processing software, the collected data can support vegetation clearance analysis, corridor mapping and infrastructure maintenance planning.

Yes. The GS-260X can be used for mining surveys, quarry mapping, construction site documentation and earthworks monitoring. Its 3D point clouds can support terrain modeling, excavation measurements, stockpile volume calculations and construction progress analysis. Volume calculations and comparisons between surveys require suitable point cloud processing software and consistent georeferencing.

Yes. The GS-260X supports 3D mapping applications involving highways, roads, bridges, buildings and urban infrastructure. Its high-density point cloud data can be used to document existing site conditions, generate elevation models and support engineering design, GIS analysis and urban planning. For bridge structures and other complex environments, flight planning and scanner visibility are important for obtaining sufficient coverage.

The Geosun GS-260X is designed for integration with multirotor UAVs and VTOL platforms. Vehicle-mounted applications are also supported. Compatibility with a specific drone depends on payload capacity, mounting hardware, power supply, GNSS antenna placement and system integration. Before installation, confirm that the aircraft supports the GS-260X payload weight and electrical requirements.

The GS-260X weighs approximately 1.1 kg according to the product datasheet. Its compact design makes it suitable for integration with professional UAV platforms and other mobile mapping systems. The complete operational payload weight may increase when mounting equipment, cables, antennas and additional accessories are included.

Yes. The GS-260X integrates a GNSS positioning system with the gSpin 310 positioning and orientation system, including inertial measurement capabilities. The system supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo and BeiDou satellite signals and provides an IMU update rate of 200 Hz. Combining GNSS positioning with inertial navigation allows the system to record the sensor position and orientation required for georeferenced LiDAR point cloud generation.

Yes. The GS-260X datasheet specifies an integrated 26 MP camera with an approximately 80-degree field of view. This allows the system to collect imagery alongside LiDAR measurements. Camera data can support visual interpretation, mapping documentation and point cloud colorization when processed using compatible software and an appropriate workflow.

The GS-260X laser scanner has a specified 360-degree horizontal field of view and approximately 40.3 degrees of vertical coverage. This scan geometry helps capture surrounding objects and terrain from different viewing angles. Actual ground coverage depends on the sensor mounting orientation, flight height, route layout and possible obstructions from the carrying platform.

The Geosun GS-260X operates with a specified input voltage of 12 V to 24 V and a nominal power consumption of 20 W. Its stated operating temperature range is -20°C to +55°C. The power supply and installation should meet the manufacturer's requirements, and operation should remain within the environmental limitations of both the LiDAR system and the carrying platform.

The GS-260X collects laser ranging measurements, GNSS/INS trajectory information and camera imagery. After processing, these measurements can be converted into georeferenced 3D point clouds representing terrain, vegetation, buildings and infrastructure. Depending on the processing workflow, the data can be used to create digital terrain models, surface models, contour maps, classified point clouds and other geospatial deliverables.

Geosun provides software workflows for LiDAR trajectory processing and point cloud generation, including its Shuttle and gAirHawk solutions. The product documentation also identifies Point Cloud Automata for point cloud classification and post-processing. Optional WayPoint Master mission planning software is listed for customized flight route planning. Confirm the software versions, licenses and modules included with the selected GS-260X configuration.

Yes. Geosun documentation identifies LAS as a supported point cloud output format and also describes a custom TXT output option. LAS files can be used in many professional GIS, surveying and point cloud processing applications. Compatibility with specific LAS versions, coordinate reference systems and third-party software should be verified against the installed processing software.

The GS-260X uses integrated multi-constellation GNSS and inertial navigation for precise trajectory determination. Geosun describes RTK and PPK support for the GS-260X platform. PPK processing can use recorded GNSS observations and reference station data to refine the flight trajectory after data collection. The required correction data, equipment, software and supported workflow should be confirmed for the specific configuration.

The GS-260X datasheet provides indicative coverage of approximately 1 km² at a flight height of 50 meters, 1.68 km² at 100 meters and 2.52 km² at 150 meters, based on the manufacturer's reference operating conditions. Actual coverage depends on drone endurance, flight speed, route overlap, terrain, vegetation and the required point cloud density. Higher flight altitudes generally increase coverage while reducing point density.

The GS-260X datasheet specifies 64 GB of onboard storage and support for TF memory cards up to 128 GB. Storage requirements depend on mission duration, LiDAR recording settings, camera usage and the amount of data collected. Operators should verify available storage capacity before each mission and transfer or back up collected survey data as part of their normal field workflow.