Global and U.S. Continuous-wave Doppler LiDAR Market Report, Published by QY Research.

QY Research has released a comprehensive new market report on Continuous-wave (CW) Doppler LiDAR, advanced optical sensing systems that measure line-of-sight velocity by detecting Doppler frequency shifts in backscattered laser light from aerosols, particles, or surfaces. Unlike pulsed LiDAR, CW Doppler LiDAR operates with a continuous laser beam and coherent detection, enabling extremely high velocity resolution and fast temporal response at a defined focal distance. These systems are widely used in wind energy assessment, atmospheric boundary-layer research, aviation safety, industrial flow diagnostics, and precision motion sensing. As demand grows for real-time, high-accuracy wind and velocity measurements, this report delivers an in-depth assessment of global market size, technology evolution, and competitive dynamics.

Core Market Data

Global market size: USD 540 million
CAGR (2024-2030): 9.6%
Average price: USD 64300 per unit
Annual production: 8400 units
Gross margin: 46%
Production capacity: 11000 units

List of Main Players

Lumibird (Euronext: LBIRD, France)
Aeva (NYSE: AEVA, USA)
Vaisala (Nasdaq: VAIAS, Finland)
Hesai (NASDAQ: HSAI, China)
Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT, USA)
Mitsubishi (TSE: 6503, Japan)
Thales (Euronext: HO, France)
Coherent (NYSE: COHR, USA)
NRG Systems (Private, USA)
Scantinel (Private, Germany)
Insight LiDAR (Private, USA)
LSLiDAR (Private, China)
LightIC (Private, USA)
SiLC Technologies (Private, USA)
Voyant Photonics (Private, USA)

1. By Measurement Configuration

Single-beam Systems
Multi-beam Systems

2. By Wavelength

1.5 μm
2.0 μm

3. By Measurement Range

Homodyne Systems
Heterodyne Systems

4. By Application

Wind Energy
Marine
Aviation
Industrial
Defense & Security

Case Study for Bidding

Time: May 2024
Supplier: ZephIR Lidar
Buyer: Vestas
Product: Continuous-wave Doppler LiDAR systems for turbine-mounted wind inflow measurement
Quantity: 680 units
Contract Value: USD 94 million
Delivery Timeline: January 2026

Case Study for End Using

End User: National Renewable Energy Laboratory

Application: High-resolution wind-field characterization for wind-turbine performance modeling and control optimization.

Installation Location / Usage Stage

Deployed on meteorological masts and turbine nacelles.
Operated in continuous scanning mode with adjustable focal distance.
Integrated with meteorological sensors and SCADA systems.

Purpose

Measures wind speed and turbulence with very high velocity resolution.
Captures inflow conditions ahead of turbine rotors.
Supports advanced turbine control and load-reduction strategies.

Effect

Improved wind-speed measurement accuracy by 25% compared with mechanical anemometers.
Enhanced turbine power-curve modeling accuracy.
Reduced uncertainty in structural load and fatigue analysis.

Alternative Wind & Velocity Measurement Technologies
Pulsed Doppler LiDAR offers longer-range profiling but lower velocity resolution at a single focal point.
SODAR systems are lower cost but more sensitive to acoustic noise and environmental interference.
Cup and sonic anemometers are mature and inexpensive but limited by mechanical wear and installation height.

Therefore, Continuous-wave Doppler LiDAR remains the preferred solution for ultra-high-precision, fast-response velocity and wind measurements-delivering unmatched sensitivity and reliability in wind energy, atmospheric science, and advanced flow diagnostics.

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