Timing quantization error in lidar speed-measurement devices

Minimizing the timing quantization error of lidar speed-measurement devices is an important step in reducing the magnitude of the speed-measurement er rors associated with these devices. This paper presents a statistical model for the timing quantization error and demonstrates how this model can be u sed to select the values of key timing parameters. The values of these para meters must be carefully selected so that manufactured equipment meets curr ent model lidar speed-measurement device performance standards established by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).