Neptec  Design Group Ltd. Kanata
Next-Generation Mini Lidar — A  light detection and ranging (lidar) 3D imaging sensor uses lasers to produce  representations of an environment or object. Lidar is crucial for robotic  navigation technologies. A small, low-cost, lighting-immune 3D sensor is highly  desired for potential future planetary rover missions. Neptec is proposing the development of a next-generation  miniaturized lidar platform which addresses customer needs and future trends in  both terrestrial and space markets. This will be accomplished through the  manufacture and testing of two mini lidar prototypes, one focusing on  performance and readiness for flight, and the other prioritizing  miniaturization over performance. These projects will leverage Neptec's  experience and expertise in developing lidar systems for space, using the  successful TriDAR as a foundation for the proposed architecture.