Leh Woon Lim

Agency for Science, Technology and Research

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Total Citations

302

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About

Leh Woon Lim is a leading researcher in nanophotonics and solid-state LiDAR technology, with a focus on advancing precision sensing for autonomous systems and environmental monitoring. Her most impactful work, the 2022 review "A Progress Review on Solid‐State LiDAR and Nanophotonics‐Based LiDAR Sensors," has garnered over 300 citations, establishing her as a key voice in the field. In this seminal paper, Lim systematically evaluates the transition from traditional mechanical LiDAR to solid-state and nanophotonic designs, highlighting their potential to revolutionize 3D object detection in robotics, archaeology, and autonomous driving. Her contributions bridge fundamental photonics with practical sensor engineering, offering critical insights into performance trade-offs and integration challenges. Beyond this review, Lim's research explores scalable nanophotonic architectures that enhance LiDAR resolution and reliability, addressing key barriers to widespread adoption. Her work is widely cited by engineers and scientists developing next-generation sensing platforms, reflecting its influence on both academic research and industrial innovation. Through her rigorous analyses and forward-looking perspectives, Leh Woon Lim continues to shape the trajectory of LiDAR technology, making her an essential figure for students and researchers exploring the intersection of photonics and autonomous systems.