Toshiba has revealed new LiDAR technology in the form of a palm-sized projector, measuring 71 cm³ (~4.3-in³). The device can be used to increase the detection range of an autonomous vehicle to 300 m (~984 ft). The company claims that the system can accurately read road conditions for a safer driving experience.https://www.notebookcheck.net/Toshiba-unveils-palm-sized-LiDAR-with-300-m-range-for-autonomous-driving.631913.0.html
there are years since lidars that size are capable to "read" the environment at 200-300m. the question is: how powerful is the laser projector? in order to work in rain, fog, strong sun and yet to be eye safe for the humans exposed to the beam....