Industrial robots, AMRs, AGVs, humanoid robots and autonomous drones require highly accurate sensing, positioning and communications technologies to operate safely and efficiently. Broadcom delivers a comprehensive portfolio of optical sensing, encoder and connectivity solutions that help engineers develop smarter, faster and more reliable autonomous systems. From Time-of-Flight (ToF) sensors that enable obstacle detection and navigation, to high-performance NIR SiPMs for LiDAR systems, precision encoders for motion control and optical wireless transceivers for reliable data transfer across rotating joints, Broadcom technologies provide the building blocks for next-generation robotics. Designed for demanding industrial environments, Broadcom solutions offer exceptional accuracy, robustness and ambient light immunity, supporting applications ranging from autonomous mobile robots and factory automation to UAV navigation and precision landing systems. Whether you are designing advanced industrial robots, collaborative robots, AGVs, AMRs or drones, Broadcom's portfolio helps improve operational efficiency, safety, performance and reliability while accelerating development cycles and reducing system complexity.
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The Eyes of the Robot: Broadcom´s Time of Flight 3D Sensors guide robots with precision. Broadcom’s AFBR-S50 ToF sensor family delivers mission-critical autonomy for unmanned aerial systems. With a high frame rate of up to 3 kHz and detection ranges exceeding 100 meters, our sensors provide the precise, high-speed data required for rapid obstacle detection. The AFBR-S50 is engineered for superior ambient light immunity, maintaining exceptional accuracy in challenging, high-glare outdoor environments. Built with a Laser Class 1, eye-safe design, these sensors are robust, reliable, and difficult to jam—making them the perfect solution for stable flight and navigation in GPS-denied environments. These capabilities ensure precise collision avoidance and landing support. Designed for security and scale, the AFBR-S50 series features a fully NDAA-compliant supply chain and is ready for high-volume production, meeting critical infrastructure demands.
Sensing in Robotics: Broadcom´s NIR SiPMs are optimised for robotic LiDAR applications. They provide high sensitivity, improved long-range detection and high speed imaging. Key Features
- 28% PDE at 905nm
- High dynamic range with >6000 SPADS per mm²
- 15-ns cell recharge time
- Various form-factors available
Moving with Precision: Precise encoder solutions provide best in class accuracy for AMR and AGV applications. Broadcom offers
- Wide range of integration levels and technologies
- High accuracy for precise navigation
- Robust and reliable
- Hollow shaft options
- High performance
- Multi-Axis capabilities
- Compact lightweight design
Reliable Connectivity: Broadcom´s optical wireless transceiver AFBR-FSxxx family is an optical transceiver that communicates data over air or a transparent medium. These products are ideal for robotic joint applications and provide 360° continuous rotation - no connectors, cables or sliprings are necessary for the data communication.
- Full-duplex, bi-directional communication
- Galvanic isolation at data rates up to 8GBd
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Industrial/Humanoid Robotics
Low Cost Drones
Mid to High End Drones
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Time of Flight 3D Sensors in Drone Applications