Apparatus for synchronizing operation of optical sensors and a method for using same
US11700061B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 5, 2022 |
| Grant date | Jul 11, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 5, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04B10/1149
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A central unit is provided which is operative in a system that comprises a plurality of moveable devices, each comprising an optical depth sensor. The central unit comprises a processor adapted to: divide the moveable devices into a plurality of groups, wherein each of the groups is characterized by a specific wavelength range at which all projecting modules associated with the optical depth sensors of the moveable devices belonging to that group, are operative; establish a time frame within which each of the optical depth sensors of the moveable devices will operate, wherein the time frame comprises a plurality of time slots; and associate at least two of the moveable devices with a single time slot, wherein each of the at least two moveable devices belongs to a different group than the other.
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