Tech: Lidar Sensor

Lidar Sensor
Prerequisites: Sensor Theory, Lasers Theory, Active Sensors.
Research Cost: Pending
Description
Lidar (an acronym for Laser Imaging Detection And Ranging) was a sensor technology normally used primarily for the fire control of starships and vehicles.
In a method closely related to Active Sensors/Radar, it measured distances and speeds by sending out laser beams and measuring the time until the reflected beam returned. Although the speed of light limited its practical use to about one million kilometers, lidar was a common fire control system for the energy weapons of warships and vehicles.
Game Notes
Allows Lidar Sensor Starship Component to be added to Starship Designs.
Allows Lidar Sensor Vehicle Component to be added to Vehicle Units.
Category:Sensor Technology
Category:Technology
Category:Starship System Technology
Category:Vehicle System Technology