Mitsubishi electric corporation (20240310519). DISTANCE MEASURING APPARATUS simplified abstract
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DISTANCE MEASURING APPARATUS
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mitsubishi electric corporation
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DISTANCE MEASURING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240310519 titled 'DISTANCE MEASURING APPARATUS
Simplified Explanation: The distance measuring apparatus uses a laser light source to measure the distance to an object by detecting the return light reflected off or scattered by the object.
- Laser light source for emitting outgoing light
- Optical scanning unit to scan with the outgoing light
- Light receiving unit to detect the return light
- Light-path guiding unit to direct the outgoing light towards the optical scanning unit
- First aperture to make the diameter of the outgoing light small
Potential Applications: 1. Industrial automation for precise distance measurements 2. Robotics for object detection and navigation 3. Automotive industry for collision avoidance systems
Problems Solved: 1. Accurate distance measurement 2. Improved object detection capabilities 3. Enhanced safety features in various applications
Benefits: 1. Increased efficiency in industrial processes 2. Enhanced precision in robotics and automation 3. Improved safety in automotive systems
Commercial Applications: The technology can be used in industries such as manufacturing, robotics, and automotive for various applications requiring accurate distance measurements and object detection capabilities.
Prior Art: Prior art related to this technology may include patents or research papers on laser-based distance measuring devices and object detection systems.
Frequently Updated Research: Researchers are constantly working on improving the accuracy and efficiency of laser-based distance measuring systems for various applications.
Questions about Laser Distance Measuring Technology: 1. How does the size of the first aperture impact the accuracy of distance measurements? 2. What are the potential limitations of using laser light sources for distance measuring applications?
Original Abstract Submitted
the distance measuring apparatus detects return light reflected off or scattered by an object and measures a distance to the object. the distance measuring apparatus includes a laser light source, an optical scanning unit to scan with outgoing light emitted from the laser light source, a light receiving unit to detect the return light, which is reflected off the object irradiated with the outgoing light from the optical scanning unit, reflected off the optical scanning unit, a light-path guiding unit to direct the outgoing light emitted from the laser light source toward the optical scanning unit, and a first aperture to make a diameter of the outgoing light small and disposed on an optical path, from the laser light source to the light-path guiding unit, of the outgoing light.
