A review of ToF-based LiDAR  

作　　者：Jie Ma Shenglong Zhuo Lei Qiu Yuzhu Gao Yifan Wu Ming Zhong Rui Bai Miao Sun Patrick Yin Chiang 

机构地区：[1]The College of Electronics and Information Engineering,Tongji University,Shanghai 200092,China [2]State Key Laboratory of ASIC&System,Fudan University,Shanghai 201203,China [3]School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering,Nanyang Technological University,Singapore [4]Lyne Technologies,Shanghai 201203,China

出　　处：《Journal of Semiconductors》2024年第10期7-19,共13页半导体学报（英文版）

摘　　要：In recent years,propelled by the rapid iterative advancements in digital imaging technology and the semiconductor industry,encompassing microelectronic design,manufacturing,packaging,and testing,time-of-flight(ToF)-based imaging systems for acquiring depth information have garnered considerable attention from both academia and industry.This technology has emerged as a focal point of research within the realm of 3D imaging.Owing to its relatively straightforward principles and exceptional performance,ToF technology finds extensive applications across various domains including human−computer interaction,autonomous driving,industrial inspection,medical and healthcare,augmented reality,smart homes,and 3D reconstruction,among others.Notably,the increasing maturity of ToF-based LiDAR systems is evident in current developments.This paper comprehensively reviews the fundamental principles of ToF technology and LiDAR systems,alongside recent research advancements.It elucidates the innovative aspects and technical challenges encountered in both transmitter(TX)and receiver(RX),providing detailed discussions on corresponding solutions.Furthermore,the paper explores prospective avenues for future research,offering valuable insights for subsequent investigations.

关 键 词：time of flight light detection and ranging TRANSMITTER RECEIVER 

分 类 号：TN958.98[电子电信—信号与信息处理]