Kipp & Zonen Data Sheet Lidar Systems - Kipp & Zonen - #2

A Lidar emits laser pulses into the atmosphere. Part of these pulses are scattered back to the earth surface by aerosols and molecules. This backscattered radiation is collected by the receiving telescope of the Lidar system and coupled in a detection system consisting of filters and photo detectors. The detected signals are recorded by a data acquisition system. This data is processed by the embedded or remote computer to instantly provide real-time atmospheric profiles.

The Lidar system is fully pre-configured and provides instant turn-key operation. Each Lidar is supplied in an IP56 enclosure for trouble free continuous outdoor operation. Thanks to the comprehensive software supplied free with every system, operating a Lidar and processing measurement data has never been easier. The Lidar system can be controlled with the click of a button.

The high temporal and spatial resolution, down to 12 seconds and 3.75 meter respectively, make our Lidar systems powerful tools for measuring atmospheric profiles.

Applications include:

• Backscatter & Extinction coefficient profiling

• Aerosol Optical Depth

• Water vapour profiling

• Ozone monitoring

• Boundary layer & cloud dynamics and properties

• Boundary layer dynamics

• Dust transport measurement

• Public health and safety

• Satellite remote sensing validation

There are three standard configurations. Each system offers a wide range of configuration options to ensure the optimal system for your application. Thanks to the modular design of the system, detection channels can easily be added via upgrades making it the most flexible system available.

We offer a comprehensive installation and training program covering all the operational aspects of the Lidar system. This ensures that the Lidar user can start using the system right away!

Thanks to the weatherproof enclosure and automated operation our Lidar systems are ideal for deployment in aerosol monitoring networks. The elastic backscatter Lidars are used within for example Saharan dust monitoring networks and the Raman Lidars are used within the EARLINET network.

LB-Series Backscatter LIDAR systems measure atmospheric parameters (backscatter coefficient, extinction coefficient, optical depth) and processes (boundary-layer growth, aerosol and cloud layering, etc). The measurement principle of the LB-systems is based on elastic scattering processes by suspended aerosols (dust, water droplets, ice crystals, black carbon) and molecules of the atmosphere.

The de-polarization feature provides information on the shape distribution of the backscattering particles. This allows for the discrimination between spherical and non-spherical aerosols. For example, water droplets and ice crystals in clouds and for the detection of dust and smoke particles.

A scanning version of this Lidar system is available for full hemispherical 3D automated scanning of the atmosphere. This Lidar system is fully eye safe to IEC 60825-1 and still maintains up to 30 mJ per laser pulse. Combined with a 200 mm telescope, this ensures superior signal quality and effective measurement range.

• Compact and portable

• 200 mm receiving telescope

• Weatherproof enclosure IP56

• Full 3D scanning available

• Remote control

The LB-Series Lidar systems are a compact and cost effective solution for many Lidar applications.

Aerosol evolution during a major Sahara dust event