Acta Optica Sinica (Online), Volume. 2, Issue 16, 1614001(2025)

Influence of Noise Distribution on Signal-to-Noise Ratio in Pre-Amplifier Circuit of Laser Doppler Velocimeter

Chongbin Xi1,2, Jian Zhou1,2、*, Xiaoming Nie1,2, and Shilong Jin1,2
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  • 1College of Advanced Interdisciplinary Studies, National University of Defense Technology, Changsha 410073, Hunan , China
  • 2Nanhu Laser Laboratory, National University of Defense Technology, Changsha 410073, Hunan , China
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    To address the issue of decreased signal-to-noise ratio in Doppler signals when using a laser Doppler velocimeter for high-speed carrier velocity measurements, this study analyzes the impact of pre-amplifier circuit output noise on Doppler signal quality. Theoretical analysis and simulation results indicate that the noise gain peak in the pre-amplifier circuit significantly affects the signal-to-noise ratio of Doppler signals, particularly at high frequencies, leading to a reduction in signal-to-noise ratio. Two types of operational amplifiers are selected to design the pre-amplifier circuit, and their respective output noise and signal-to-noise ratio are analyzed. Experimental validation of the simulation results demonstrates that selecting appropriate electronic component parameters can mitigate the effect of the noise gain peak on the signal-to-noise ratio of Doppler signals. This provides theoretical support for optimizing the pre-amplification circuit design of laser Doppler velocimeters, enhancing their suitability for high-speed carrier velocity measurements.

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    Chongbin Xi, Jian Zhou, Xiaoming Nie, Shilong Jin. Influence of Noise Distribution on Signal-to-Noise Ratio in Pre-Amplifier Circuit of Laser Doppler Velocimeter[J]. Acta Optica Sinica (Online), 2025, 2(16): 1614001

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    Paper Information

    Category: Applied Optics and Optical Instruments

    Received: May. 20, 2025

    Accepted: Jun. 23, 2025

    Published Online: Aug. 7, 2025

    The Author Email: Jian Zhou (wttzhoujian@163.com)

    DOI:10.3788/AOSOL250466

    CSTR:32394.14.AOSOL250466

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