Techniques for Distance Measurement

952085

09/01/1995

Event
International Off-Highway & Powerplant Congress & Exposition
Authors Abstract
Content
This paper presents a comparison of the available electronic techniques for distance measurement suitable for the off-highway environment. The main techniques described are:
  • ultrasonic
  • passive infrared
  • laser radar
  • FMCW radar
  • impulse radar
  • capacitive
  • vision
The techniques are compared across a number of key parameters, including sensitivity, measurement range and cost. A brief description of some of the disadvantages is also included. Finally the paper discusses the use of sensor fusion techniques to overcome the inherent disadvantages of particular techniques.
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DOI
https://doi.org/10.4271/952085
Pages
9
Citation
Upton, M., "Techniques for Distance Measurement," SAE Technical Paper 952085, 1995, https://doi.org/10.4271/952085.
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Publisher
Published
Sep 1, 1995
Product Code
952085
Content Type
Technical Paper
Language
English