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This study presents a compact laser rangefinder using the time-of-flight method. Enhanced accuracy is achieved through gray-value distance and temperature corrections, enabling precise real-time measurements for various applications.

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  • Optoelectronics and Photonics
  • Robotics and Automation
  • Measurement Science and Metrology

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  • Accurate distance measurement is crucial for real-time applications in robotics and autonomous systems.
  • Traditional time-of-flight (ToF) laser rangefinders face challenges with timing discrimination errors and environmental factors like temperature.
  • Compact and cost-effective solutions are needed for widespread adoption in industrial and navigation settings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a short-range, compact, real-time pulsed laser rangefinder with enhanced ranging accuracy.
  • To implement novel correction methods for reducing timing errors and improving performance.
  • To evaluate the ranging capabilities and suitability for on-line applications.

Main Methods:

  • Construction of a pulsed laser rangefinder utilizing the time-of-flight (ToF) principle.
  • Real-time implementation of gray-value distance correction and temperature correction using a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA).
  • Theoretical calculation and experimental investigation of ranging performance metrics including maximum distance, range standard deviation, and accuracy.

Main Results:

  • The developed laser rangefinder achieves an effective ranging distance of up to 8.08 meters.
  • A ranging accuracy of less than ±11 mm was experimentally verified.
  • The implemented correction methods significantly reduced timing discrimination errors and improved overall measurement precision.

Conclusions:

  • The designed laser rangefinder offers high precision, fast ranging speed, and a compact form factor.
  • The proposed correction techniques enable robust and accurate real-time distance measurements.
  • The device shows significant potential for applications in robotics, manufacturing, and autonomous navigation due to its performance and low cost.