A useful toolbox for optical alignment and assembly of lidar sensor technologies

The demand for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving capabilities has become a key accelerator in the development of light detection and ranging (lidar) sensors. These sensors are vital in the enhancement of automotive safety and functionality, but the complexity of manufacturing them at scale can present a number of challenges, particularly when it comes to optical alignment, assembly, and testing.

This White Paper outlines the challenges faced in LiDAR sensor development and production. It details how TRIOPTICS’ latest solutions can address these challenges, and why early engagement with your supplier is best practice in reducing time-to-market and production costs.

Who should read this White Paper?

This White Paper is essential reading for professionals and organisations involved in the development and production of lidar systems for the automotive industry, including:

• Tier 1 suppliers: Driving innovation for automotive manufacturers.
• Startups: Designing cutting-edge lidar technologies.
• Contract manufacturers: Scaling lidar production efficiently.
• Optical engineers, R&D teams, and production managers: Seeking to optimise optical alignment, assembly, and testing processes.
   

What does this White Paper contain?

This White Paper offers a detailed overview of the challenges and solutions for lidar sensor development, including:

• Key production challenges such as optical alignment complexity and scalability for mass production.
• TRIOPTICS’ advanced toolbox for precision optical alignment and assembly.
  Real-world examples of how TRIOPTICS has accelerated time-to-market for leading automotive clients.
• The importance of early supplier engagement to reduce production costs and ensure design for manufacturability.

Why read this White Paper?

Lidar sensors are at the heart of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous vehicles, but developing them at scale requires overcoming significant challenges.

Learn how to align optical components with micrometer precision to ensure reliability and performance.

Explore scalable solutions that bridge the gap from prototype to mass production.

Gain insights from TRIOPTICS’ expertise in supporting automotive leaders with cutting-edge optical measurement and metrology tools.