Light detection and ranging systems and related methods

Details Light detection and ranging systems and related methods Light detection and ranging systems and related methods

2011-06-07

2011-06-07

Tarcza, Thomas H (Department: 3662)

Optics: measuring and testing

Range or remote distance finding

With photodetection

C356S005010, C356S005100, C356S005150

Reexamination Certificate

active

07956988

ABSTRACT:
A sensitivity modulated light detection and ranging (LIDAR) system and related methods. Implementations of sensitivity modulated LIDAR systems may include a pulsed laser and a light detection system coupled with the pulsed laser through a timing system. The light detection system may include a high-bandwidth detector coupled with the timing system, at least one imaging detector coupled with the timing system, and at least one sensitivity modulator coupled with the at least one imaging detector and with the timing system.

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