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Scanning mirror system with attached magnet

US11525896B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 9, 2019
Grant dateDec 13, 2022
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Expiry dateSep 19, 2041

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B26/085
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A light detection and ranging system includes synchronously scanning transmit and receive mirrors that scan a pulsed fanned laser beam in two dimensions. Imaging optics image a receive aperture onto an arrayed receiver that includes a plurality of light sensitive devices. Scanning mirror assemblies include stationary coils and MEMS devices with attached mirrors and permanent magnets.

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