3. CONCLUSION 
We present the first prototype of a full waveform hyperspectral 
terrestrial laser scanner and its first applications in the remote 
sensing of vegetation. The instrument provides a novel 
approach for one shot spectral imaging and laser scanning by 
producing hyperspectral 3D point clouds. The spectra can be 
used in, e.g., visualization and automated classification of the 
point cloud and calculation of spectral indices for extraction of 
target physical properties. The new type of data opens up new 
possibilities for more efficient and automatic retrieval of 
distinctive target properties, leading to improved monitoring 
tools for remote sensing applications, e.g., 3D-distribution of 
chlorophyll or water concentration in vegetation. At this stage 
the instrument is optimized for short range terrestrial 
applications, but we believe that, as technology matures, 
hyperspectral laser scanners with extended distance and spectral 
range will also become available from commercial 
manufacturers. 
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