Russian engineers have developed a method to improve the accuracy of laser rangefinders for space and navigation

In addition to space, the method is also applicable in construction and geodesy

Engineers at the Research Institute "Polyus" named after M.F. Stelmakha of the Schwabe holding (part of Rostec) have created a solution that increases the accuracy of rangefinder readings by 18 times. At the same time, the new method eliminates the risk of false triggering of rangefinders.

«Rostec engineers have derived a new formula for calculating laser radiation readings in a rangefinder. As a result, the error in calculations has decreased and the accuracy of the device's readings has increased. In modern life, rangefinders are used in many areas – from aviation and orbital satellite equipment to navigation and construction, therefore, the development has great practical value», – said Oleg Evtushenko, Executive Director of Rostec.

The principle of operation of a rangefinder is based on the emission of a laser beam reflected from an obstacle and returned back to the recording device. The distance to the object is calculated in fractions of a second. In shipping, the new method will allow you to accurately determine the distance to an approaching obstacle, even in adverse weather conditions.

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