Introducing The Sensor; Applications; Features; Models - quanergy M8 User Manual

2. Introducing the Sensor

Quanergy's Time-of-Flight (TOF) M8 LiDAR sensor (Figure 4)
enables new applications in the transportation, industrial
automation, 3D mapping and surveying, and security markets.
Linux® and Windows drivers allow for easy configuration,
integration, and testing.
The M8 Sensor Data Sheet lists the specifications defining the
sensor. The latest version can be downloaded from
https://quanergy.desk.com/customer/portal/articles/2687054.

Applications

Quanergy's smart sensing technology can be applied to a variety of platforms (e.g.,
vehicles, production tools, robots, and monitoring stations) to enable rapid 3D detection,
measurement, identification, tracking, and classification of items, as well as triggering
actions based on real-time scenario analysis supported by advanced perception software.

Features

With a 360° field of view, high accuracy, fine resolution, high reliability, compact size, light
weight, and low power consumption, Quanergy's compact M8 LiDAR sensor was designed
to meet the demands of challenging real-world applications. In addition, the sensor sees
by day or night, with no IR signature needed, and is operational in rain, snow, and dust,
with IP69K-rated ingress protection.

Models

The M8 family of LiDAR sensors includes three models to better serve Quanergy's diverse
customer base and market applications. Depending on industry requirements, choose a
model according to its maximum measurement range. Assuming 80% reflectivity:
• M8-Core has a maximum range of at least 100 meters.
• M8-Plus has a maximum range of at least 150 meters.
• M8-Ultra has a maximum range of at least 200 meters.

NMEA and PPS Inputs

The sensor can be clocked according to the National Marine Electronics Association
(NMEA) and pulse-per-second (PPS) inputs via the M12 3-pin connector, as discussed in
"Appendix 1: Use of NMEA/PPS Signals."
M8 Sensor User Guide, QPN 96-00001 Rev K

Figure 4. M8 LiDAR Sensor

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