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Maxim TIAs:
• Support bandwidths of 160 MHz and 490 MHz;
• Amplify input pulses in nanoseconds to achieve greater resolution;
• Support 128 channels; and
• Enable highly accurate measurements equally well for distant and nearby objects through
low-noise capabilities.
Maxim's TIAs can be used for signal conditioning in the receiver by increasing bandwidth. LiDAR
systems must have enough bandwidth to capture and process all environmental details, so it is
logical that increasing bandwidth would be a good way to capture and process more pixels.
Expanding LiDAR system bandwidth is easier said than done, however, because doing so
increases signal noise, which can distort the signal and lead to misinterpretations over long
distances.
"The technology can
be used in a variety
of industries such as
intralogistics, machine
safety, building
automation, ports, and
traffic applications. The
intelligent [LiDAR's] 'laser
eyes' are becoming
more and more relevant
due to their increasing
range, speed, and
robustness."
Silas Gschwender
International Applications
Engineer, SICK Sensor Intelligence
"Bandwidth performance is very important. Doubling the bandwidth
will help the autonomous vehicle drive 10 mph faster. This is huge! It
will also however, consume more power. The ability to deliver high
bandwidth with low power is key."
Maurizio Gavardoni
Product Definition Engineer at Maxim Integrated
Chapter One: Solving Key Design Challenges
