Lidwave LiDAR 2 is a breakthrough alternative to traditional time-of-flight (ToF) LiDAR systems, built to solve real-world engineering challenges in automotive, industrial, and robotics applications. Rather than using pulsed laser reflection, Lidwave LiDAR 2 relies on continuous-wave coherent sensing with Doppler shift analysis, adding real-time velocity data to depth measurements—effectively turning 3D vision into 4D insight.
What sets this product apart is its ability to sense both range and motion for each pixel, enabling applications that demand sub-millimetre precision and motion detection in dynamic environments. By operating with milliwatt-level laser power while delivering over 600 metres of range, this compact chip achieves eye-safe, long-distance detection with ultra-low power draw. Engineers developing smart infrastructure or mobile robots benefit from a sensing solution that’s built for scale without compromising on performance.
At the heart of Lidwave LiDAR 2 is a monolithic 10×10 mm chip that integrates emitters, receivers, amplifiers, and 40 channels—all within a single die. This enables compact system designs and simplifies integration into size-constrained hardware. The chip boasts a signal-to-noise ratio up to 40 million times greater than traditional LiDAR, which enables reliable operation even in challenging environmental conditions like fog, direct sunlight, or dust.
Engineers working in quality assurance, logistics, or autonomous navigation will also appreciate the 50-micron depth resolution offered by the LiDAR 2. This high-resolution capability opens up precision measurement applications previously limited to lab-grade equipment. It’s a new benchmark for what chip-scale depth sensing can deliver outside the lab, with real-world reliability.
It also supports fast deployment, with evaluation kits available for partners looking to trial the technology. The combination of a Doppler-enabled continuous-wave laser and a highly integrated chip architecture means fewer moving parts, less calibration complexity, and improved long-term reliability.
In the shift toward smarter, more adaptable machine vision, Lidwave LiDAR 2 provides the next leap in capability. Engineers tired of the cost, size, or environmental limitations of conventional LiDAR now have a compact, powerful option that’s ready for mass deployment.