A Short Introduction to Automotive Lidar Technology
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Lidar technology is crucial for autonomous vehicles, but high costs hinder widespread adoption. Over 140 startups are working to reduce lidar costs by at least 90%. The technology operates using infrared lasers at 905 nm or 1550 nm wavelengths, with various ranging techniques and scanning systems being developed to improve performance and lower prices.
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