its technical uses continue to grow as more developers realize just how use- ful it can be for spotting patterns and recognizing problem areas. For on-site crews, there are dozens of apps that are aiding in estimates, diagnostics, treatment plans, and more. Adbian performs advanced biomechan- ical analysis of tree stability by combin- ing photogrammetry and LiDAR scans with species-specific wood properties and local wind projections. Arborists can integrate resistance drill- ing or tomographic data into Adbian's model to simulate pruning scenarios, calculate changes in a tree’s safety factor, and create a more precise risk assessment. Unlike population-lev- el LiDAR tools used for urban canopy management, Adbian enables highly detailed analysis at the level of individ- ual trees. Additional apps are beginning to use AI to analyze satellite imagery and identify signs of disease, pest infestations, wa- ter stress, and nutrient deficiencies — giving arborists remote, data-driven insight into tree health trends across a property or region. According to Hank Ortiz founder and CEO of ArborNote , and JP McDonnell, assistant director of SavATree Con- sulting Group , AI is poised to reshape municipal and utility tree inventory management. Many cities and utility companies already collect data using LiDAR-equipped vehicles or drones. When paired with AI, this data can automatically prescribe tree manage- ment specifications, estimate required labor time, and even predict traffic disruptions — without an arborist ever visiting the site. “This represents a monumental shift in how we manage public tree infrastruc- ture,” Ortiz shared. Still, McDonnell cautioned that AI should augment — not replace — the role of qualified arborists.
Many cities and utility companies already collect data using LiDAR-equipped vehicles or drones.
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