From Ground to Canopy

Source: NASA Scientific Visualization Studio.

Learning Objectives

• Explain the theoretical background of GEDI’s elevation estimations.
• Review limitations to performance of ground elevation and height calculations under certain conditions.

Topics Overview

1. Define each vegetation structure metric, how it is formatted, and key considerations.
   1. Ground elevation estimates
   2. Relative height metrics
   3. Canopy top height

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Table of contents

• GEDI’s Elevation and Relative Height Metrics Explained