18216114. LiDAR APPARATUS HAVING WIDE SCANNING ANGLE RANGE simplified abstract (SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.)
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LiDAR APPARATUS HAVING WIDE SCANNING ANGLE RANGE
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LiDAR APPARATUS HAVING WIDE SCANNING ANGLE RANGE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18216114 titled 'LiDAR APPARATUS HAVING WIDE SCANNING ANGLE RANGE
The patent application describes a LIDAR apparatus that utilizes tunable laser light sources to emit light in different wavelength bands for various applications.
- The apparatus includes a light source module, an optical transmitter, an optical receiver, an optical detector, and a processor for controlling the operation of the components.
- The light source module consists of a first tunable laser light source emitting light in a first wavelength band, a second tunable laser light source emitting light in a different wavelength band, and a light selection element to output the selected light.
- The optical transmitter transmits the light generated by the light source module to the outside environment, while the optical receiver receives light from the outside for detection by the optical detector.
Potential Applications: - Autonomous vehicles for obstacle detection and navigation - Environmental monitoring for pollution detection - Industrial automation for object detection and positioning
Problems Solved: - Improved accuracy and resolution in LIDAR systems - Enhanced flexibility in selecting different wavelength bands for specific applications
Benefits: - Higher precision in object detection - Increased adaptability to different environmental conditions - Enhanced performance in various industries such as automotive, aerospace, and robotics
Commercial Applications: Title: "Advanced LIDAR Technology for Autonomous Vehicles and Environmental Monitoring" This technology can be utilized in the development of autonomous vehicles, environmental monitoring systems, and industrial automation solutions. The market implications include increased efficiency, safety, and accuracy in various sectors.
Prior Art: Readers can explore prior patents related to LIDAR technology, tunable laser light sources, and optical detection systems to understand the evolution of this innovation.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay informed about the latest advancements in LIDAR technology, tunable laser sources, and optical sensing techniques for potential improvements in performance and applications.
Questions about LIDAR Technology: 1. How does this LIDAR apparatus improve upon existing systems? 2. What are the key advantages of using tunable laser light sources in LIDAR technology?
Original Abstract Submitted
A LIDAR apparatus includes a light source module configured to generate light, an optical transmitter configured to transmit the light generated by the light source module to outside, an optical receiver configured to receive light coming from the outside, an optical detector configured to detect the light received by the optical receiver, and a processor configured to control the operation of each of the light source module and the optical transmitter, wherein the light source module includes a first tunable laser light source configured to emit light in a first wavelength band, a second tunable laser light source configured to emit light in a second wavelength band different from the first wavelength band, and a light selection element configured to select and output one of the lights emitted by the first tunable laser light source and the second tunable laser light source.
