Multi-Axis Scanner Timing Using a Shared DCO Frequency Ratio

The patent merges multiple clock divider functions into a single shared clock divider. Instead of having separate clock dividers for each scanning axis, one clock divider is used to generate timing signals for multiple axes simultaneously. This consolidation maintains synchronization accuracy while reducing the number of components and chip area required.

The shared clock divider is designed to serve multiple functions by generating timing signals for multiple scanning axes. It universally provides frequency division and synchronization capabilities to different parts of the system, eliminating the need for dedicated clock dividers for each axis while maintaining performance requirements.

Multiple clock division functions are merged into a single clock divider unit. This shared component generates synchronized timing signals for multiple scanning axes through coordinated frequency division, reducing the total number of components and interconnections while maintaining synchronization reliability across all axes.

The shared clock divider acts as an intermediary that coordinates timing between multiple scanning axes. It generates a unified timing reference that mediates the synchronization requirements of different axes, ensuring reliable operation without requiring each axis to have independent clock management.

The system dynamically adjusts the clock division ratio to achieve fine frequency steps without requiring high clock frequencies. By changing the division factor N, the system can obtain precise frequency control at lower operating frequencies, reducing power consumption while maintaining frequency step resolution.

The patent changes the parameter of clock division ratio rather than increasing clock frequency to achieve better frequency resolution. By adjusting the division factor, the system obtains fine frequency steps at lower frequencies, thereby reducing power consumption while maintaining measurement precision.