18175618. PHOTON DETECTION SYSTEM AND METHOD simplified abstract (KABUSHIKI KAISHA TOSHIBA)
Contents
- 1 PHOTON DETECTION SYSTEM AND METHOD
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 PHOTON DETECTION SYSTEM AND METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
PHOTON DETECTION SYSTEM AND METHOD
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Mirko Sanzaro of Cambridge (GB)
Christopher Meayers of Cambridge (GB)
James F. Dynes of Cambridge (GB)
Andrew Simpkins of Cambridge (GB)
Andrew James Shields of Cambridge (GB)
PHOTON DETECTION SYSTEM AND METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18175618 titled 'PHOTON DETECTION SYSTEM AND METHOD
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a photon detection system utilizing an avalanche photodiode with a biasing circuit and a non-reflective filter circuit for signal processing.
- Avalanche photodiode generates a signal in response to incident photons.
- Biasing circuit supplies a periodic gating signal to the photodiode to enable photon detection.
- Non-reflective filter circuit filters the photodiode signal using a low-pass filter with a specific cut-off frequency.
Potential Applications
This technology can be applied in:
- Photon counting and detection systems
- Laser ranging and lidar systems
- Optical communication systems
Problems Solved
- Enhances photon detection sensitivity
- Improves signal-to-noise ratio in photon detection
- Enables precise timing of photon detection events
Benefits
- Increased accuracy in photon detection
- Enhanced performance in low-light conditions
- Improved efficiency in optical communication systems
Potential Commercial Applications
- Scientific research institutions
- Aerospace and defense industries
- Telecommunications companies
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art is the use of avalanche photodiodes in photon detection systems for high-sensitivity applications.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology compare to traditional photon detection methods?
This technology offers improved sensitivity and signal processing capabilities compared to traditional methods, leading to more accurate and efficient photon detection.
What are the limitations of using an avalanche photodiode in photon detection systems?
Some limitations include higher power consumption and potential noise issues associated with avalanche breakdown in the photodiode.
Original Abstract Submitted
A photon detection system comprising an avalanche photodiode configured to generate a photodiode signal in response to an incident photon. The photon detection system also comprises a biasing circuit configured to supply a gating signal to the avalanche photodiode. The gating signal is a periodic signal configured to reverse bias the avalanche photodiode above and below its breakdown voltage for photon detection during each period. The photon detection system further comprises a non-reflective filter circuit configured to receive, at an input port, the photodiode signal, and provide, at a first output port, a first filtered output signal by applying a low-pass filter with a first cut-off frequency to the received photodiode signal.
