Designing the Next Generation of 3D Sensors with Programmable Optics

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The rapid evolution of autonomous systems, robotics, and spatial computing has pushed 3D sensing beyond the limits of traditional lidar. This session explores how programmable optics are redefining what sensors can see and do — transforming rigid mechanical designs into compact, software-defined systems. Attendees will discover how beam steering without moving parts unlocks features that perception engineers will soon consider indispensable, from higher-resolution point clouds to dynamic field-of-view control and adaptive environmental tuning. Drawing on real-world prototypes and deployments, this session will highlight the architectural principles, design tradeoffs, and breakthrough capabilities that make programmable optics the foundation for the next generation of lidar and 3D sensors.