The wavelength range explored is particularly interesting because LiDAR and similar optical tracking techniques achieve their highest range at 2 µm. The influences of scattering and refraction balance each other. In contrast to shorter wavelengths, pulsed lasers in the SWIR are considered eye-safe; thus, it is possible to achieve higher pulse energies. In addition, the systems are less susceptible to interference such as fog, dust, or smoke. Experts, therefore, believe that technologies for civil and military tracking systems will soon shift to this wavelength range (e.g., when it comes to sensors for autonomous driving).
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InGaAs 500 – 2600 nm
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