Introduction
In the world of smart sensing and autonomous perception, high-precision and stable detection is critical. While standalone LiDAR sensors offer excellent baseline performance, complex applications such as autonomous driving, industrial robotics, and interactive projection systems demand more. This is where multi-LiDAR cascading technology comes into play.
By combining multiple LiDAR devices or chips, cascading systems create a larger, more intelligent sensing array that significantly enhances accuracy, range, and environmental adaptability.
Key Mechanisms for Improved Accuracy and Stability
1. Expanded Antenna Aperture and Channel Multiplication
Multi-LiDAR cascading merges the transmit (TX) and receive (RX) channels of several LiDAR units to form a large-scale virtual antenna array. This boosts:
- Angular resolution, enabling detection below 1° field of view
- Range resolution, allowing finer distance measurement
- Imaging capability, transforming LiDAR from simple rangefinder to true imaging radar
Example: Cascading multiple AWR2243 LiDAR chips allows precise beamforming, ideal for applications that require centimeter-level tracking or dense object separation.
2. Enhanced Signal-to-Noise Ratio and Detection Range
Cascading increases overall output power and reception gain, which:
- Lowers the minimum Radar Cross Section (RCS) required for detection
- Extends maximum sensing distance, supporting reliable target tracking at 350+ meters
- Improves performance in low-reflectivity or cluttered environments
This is especially critical in autonomous vehicles, where early detection of distant obstacles can be life-saving.
3. Precision Phase and Amplitude Calibration
Multi-LiDAR systems face challenges such as:
- PCB layout imbalances
- Hardware variation between chips
- Time/frequency drift during operation
To overcome these, cascading systems implement:
- Factory calibration for static phase and gain adjustment
- Real-time calibration via central processing units
- Unified phase and amplitude correction across all channels
The result: More accurate angle estimation and consistent multi-point tracking, even across multiple sensors.
4. Dynamic Calibration and Temperature Compensation
Each LiDAR unit in a cascade performs independent temperature-based calibration, minimizing errors caused by:
- Environmental fluctuations
- Long-term operation
- Mechanical or thermal drift
Using temperature-indexed update sequences, the system ensures smooth phase transitions during calibration, keeping beamforming and motion detection stable in changing conditions.
5. Adaptive Beamforming and MIMO Configuration
Cascading LiDAR supports flexible chirp design and frame-level time sequencing, allowing the system to:
- Alternate between beamforming and MIMO modes
- Dynamically optimize distance and angle resolution
- Adapt to real-time changes in the interaction scene or driving environment
This flexibility is essential in high-speed robotics or dynamic projection spaces.
6. Algorithm-Driven Performance Boost
On the software side, multi-LiDAR systems integrate:
- Optimized waveform design
- Advanced signal processing algorithms
- AI and deep learning-based target classification
These enhancements enable better clutter suppression, object segmentation, and adaptive filtering, ensuring robust performance even in noisy or high-traffic scenarios.
Summary: Multi-LiDAR = Superior Performance
| Enhancement | Function |
|---|---|
| Antenna Expansion | Higher angular and range resolution |
| SNR Improvement | Longer range and smaller object detection |
| Phase/Amplitude Calibration | Increased accuracy and consistency across channels |
| Thermal Compensation | Stability in fluctuating environments |
| Adaptive Beamforming | Optimized sensing for varying conditions |
| Algorithmic Intelligence | Superior object recognition and clutter reduction |
CPJROBOT is a leading provider of POE-enabled LiDAR systems and intelligent robotics, specializing in multi-sensor interaction, gesture recognition, and environmental sensing. Our solutions are trusted in:
- Autonomous vehicles and smart transportation
- Large-scale interactive projection systems
- Security, logistics, and industrial robotics
- Museums, public installations, and digital exhibitions
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