Lidwave's Finite Coherent Ranging (FCR™) technology provides real-time 4D sensing by generating millions of precise depth points and instantaneous velocity data, enabling enhanced machine vision for safety-critical applications. This calibration-free, on-chip solution is immune to interference and glare, making it suitable for diverse environments in automotive, robotics, and smart city sectors.
Funding
$2.6M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Current LiDAR systems often struggle with interference from sunlight and other light sources, limiting their effectiveness in diverse environmental conditions. Traditional systems can also be bulky and require calibration, adding to their cost and complexity.
Solution
Lidwave's Finite Coherent Ranging (FCR™) technology provides real-time 4D sensing by generating millions of precise depth points and instantaneous velocity data. This on-chip solution is calibration-free and immune to interference and glare, enabling enhanced machine vision for safety-critical applications. Lidwave's technology delivers per-pixel Instantaneous Velocity, adding a critical layer of information for real-time segmentation. The patented FCR™ technology builds accurate, detailed 3D maps over hundreds of meters.
Target Audience
The primary customers are in the automotive and transportation, smart cities, robotics, and Industry 4.0 sectors.
Features
- Finite Coherent Ranging (FCR™) technology for real-time 4D sensing
- On-chip integration for cost-effective and scalable production
- Calibration-free design for robustness and reliability
- Immunity to interference and glare for uncompromised visibility in all weather conditions
- Per-pixel Instantaneous Velocity for improved perception and low compute requirements