In recent years, microchip lasers, as a type of passive Q-switched, sub-nanosecond pulsed, high peak power, and miniature solid-state lasers, have shown great application potential in the research and application of lidar, and have high research value and broad development prospects. Their unique performance and compact structure make them indispensable key components in lidar systems.

Lidar is a radar system that uses laser beams to detect the position, speed and other characteristic quantities of targets. The high peak power and short pulse width of microchip lasers enable them to emit high-quality laser beams, which are crucial for the precise detection of lidar. The excellent beam quality and extremely small divergence angle of microchip lasers can ensure the stability and accuracy of the laser, which plays a certain role in improving the detection accuracy and distance resolution of lidar.

The small size, light weight, simple structure, and high stability of microchip lasers also make them highly deployable and applicable, which is of great significance for the miniaturization and integration of lidar in the future. RealLight’s independently developed and produced 1064nm microchip solid-state lasers and 1535nm eye-safe erbium glass lasers are shipped in large quantities every year and have been highly recognized by the market. Relying on the wide application of miniaturized and high-precision lidar systems in fields such as autonomous driving, navigation of unmanned aerial vehicles, and terrain mapping, not only can the safety and accuracy of related fields be greatly improved, but also the rapid development and application of related technologies can be promoted.

The application of its microchip lasers not only significantly improves the performance of the system but also reduces its cost. Its batch production capacity greatly lowers the manufacturing cost of lidar, promoting its wide popularity and application. At the same time, it provides favorable conditions for its deeper development in various fields.

It is worth noting that with the continuous advancement of technology, the performance of microchip lasers is constantly improving. By delicately optimizing the gain medium and deeply exploring and skillfully grasping the mechanism of Q-switching, the peak power of the laser can be significantly increased while greatly reducing the pulse width. This approach further enhances the detection capability and accuracy of lidar.

In conclusion, microchip lasers have demonstrated broad application prospects and huge market potential in lidar. Relying on their unique excellent performance and numerous advantages, the wide application of lidar systems can not only make them small in size, low in price and good in reliability, but also provide strong technical support for the development of fields such as autonomous driving, navigation of unmanned aerial vehicles and terrain mapping. With the continuous progress of technology and the continuous expansion of application fields, the application of microchip lasers in lidar will become more extensive and in-depth.

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