Aurora Innovation has patented a LIDAR system that combines multiple functions, including transmitting light signals and receiving reflected beams from objects. The system utilizes local oscillator signals to pair the reflected beams with the appropriate signals. GlobalData’s report on Aurora Innovation gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Aurora Innovation, Autonomous freight management was a key innovation area identified from patents. Aurora Innovation's grant share as of February 2024 was 48%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Lidar system combining multiple functions for object detection
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11892543B2) discloses a light detection and ranging (LIDAR) system designed to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of object detection in an environment. The system includes a laser source that generates light signals and a transceiver with multiple transmission (TX) outputs and receive (RX) inputs for transmitting and receiving light beams from objects in the environment. The transceiver is configured to receive local oscillator (LO) signals, transmit light signals into the environment, receive returned light from objects, and output the received signals to specific RX outputs. The TX outputs and RX inputs are located on one side of the transceiver, with the possibility of interleaving for optimized performance.
Moreover, the patent also covers applications of the LIDAR system in autonomous vehicle control systems. By integrating the LIDAR system with one or more processors, the autonomous vehicle can utilize the data from the transmitted and received light signals to control its operations effectively. The system allows for precise detection and tracking of objects in the vehicle's surroundings, enabling autonomous vehicles to navigate safely and efficiently. The patent details the arrangement of components within the transceiver, including semiconductor substrates and spacing considerations, to ensure optimal performance in various applications, such as autonomous vehicles with steering or braking systems. This innovative LIDAR system represents a significant advancement in the field of autonomous vehicle technology and object detection systems.
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