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LiDAR apparatus

US10422862B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 13, 2016
Grant dateSep 24, 2019
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Expiry dateDec 25, 2037

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01S7/4816
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A LiDAR apparatus comprising a laser source for emitting laser pulses. An SiPM detector is provided for detecting reflected photons. Optics and an aperture stop is provide. The aperture stop is provided intermediate the SiPM detector and the optics for limiting an angle of view of the SiPM detector.

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