18282541. TIME-OF-FLIGHT DEMODULATION CIRCUITRY, TIME-OF-FLIGHT DEMODULATION PORTION, AND TIME-OF-FLIGHT DEMODULATION METHOD simplified abstract (SONY SEMICONDUCTOR SOLUTIONS CORPORATION)

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TIME-OF-FLIGHT DEMODULATION CIRCUITRY, TIME-OF-FLIGHT DEMODULATION PORTION, AND TIME-OF-FLIGHT DEMODULATION METHOD

Organization Name

SONY SEMICONDUCTOR SOLUTIONS CORPORATION

Inventor(s)

Ferhat Tasdemir of Stuttgart (DE)

Qing Ding of Stuttgart (DE)

TIME-OF-FLIGHT DEMODULATION CIRCUITRY, TIME-OF-FLIGHT DEMODULATION PORTION, AND TIME-OF-FLIGHT DEMODULATION METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18282541 titled 'TIME-OF-FLIGHT DEMODULATION CIRCUITRY, TIME-OF-FLIGHT DEMODULATION PORTION, AND TIME-OF-FLIGHT DEMODULATION METHOD

Simplified Explanation

The present disclosure generally pertains to time-of-flight demodulation circuitry, configured to: apply, for a predetermined time period, a first modulation signal to a first signal path including a first light detection element; apply, for the predetermined time period, a second modulation signal to a second signal path including a second light detection element; and after the predetermined time period, transfer the first modulation signal from the first signal path to the second signal path and transfer the second modulation signal from the second signal path to the first signal path.

  • Time-of-flight demodulation circuitry for applying modulation signals to different signal paths with light detection elements.
  • The circuitry transfers modulation signals between signal paths after a predetermined time period.

Potential Applications

This technology can be applied in:

  • LiDAR systems
  • Distance measurement devices
  • Motion detection sensors

Problems Solved

  • Efficient modulation signal transfer between signal paths
  • Accurate time-of-flight measurements

Benefits

  • Improved accuracy in distance measurements
  • Enhanced performance in motion detection applications

Potential Commercial Applications

Optimized for:

  • Automotive LiDAR systems
  • Industrial automation sensors

Possible Prior Art

There may be prior art related to:

  • Time-of-flight demodulation circuits
  • Light detection elements in signal paths

Unanswered Questions

How does this technology compare to existing time-of-flight demodulation circuitry in terms of accuracy and efficiency?

Answer: This article does not provide a direct comparison with existing technologies in the field.

Are there any limitations or constraints in the implementation of this circuitry in practical applications?

Answer: The article does not address any potential limitations or constraints that may arise during the implementation of this technology.


Original Abstract Submitted

The present disclosure generally pertains to time-of-flight demodulation circuitry, configured to: apply, for a predetermined time period, a first modulation signal to a first signal path including a first light detection element; apply, for the predetermined time period, a second modulation signal to a second signal path including a second light detection element; and after the predetermined time period, transfer the first modulation signal from the first signal path to the second signal path and transfer the second modulation signal from the second signal path to the first signal path.