**3. Geomatics and Forensics: overview**

This section will describe the main geomatic technologies currently applied in forensic analysis. Since the early 1960s, we are witnessing a quick evolution of sensors and algorithms in geomatic science. That evolution was supported by the electronic advances such as electro‐ magnetic distance and angular measurement, computer miniaturization, increase of computer power or imaging semiconductor circuits. Nowadays, the drive is now reinforced by the telecommunications advances. **Figure 3** shows a quick summary of this evolution.

**Figure 3.** Chronological chart showing geomatic advances related to forensic science.
