Scantinel Photonics develops a frequency-modulated continuous-wave (FMCW) LiDAR on a silicon wafer platform, enabling long-range detection over 300 meters with simultaneous measurement of distance and velocity. This technology addresses the need for reliable, compact, and cost-effective sensor solutions in the autonomous vehicle industry, enhancing object detection capabilities in various environmental conditions.
Funding
$19.9M 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
Autonomous vehicles require reliable, long-range object detection in diverse environmental conditions, but existing sensor solutions often lack the necessary range, robustness, or cost-effectiveness for mass deployment. Traditional LiDAR systems can be bulky, expensive, and susceptible to interference from sunlight or other LiDAR systems.
Solution
Scantinel Photonics develops a frequency-modulated continuous-wave (FMCW) LiDAR system integrated onto a silicon wafer platform, providing long-range detection capabilities exceeding 300 meters. This LiDAR-on-Chip solution simultaneously measures distance and velocity for each pixel, enhancing object detection and tracking. The integrated design improves reliability, reduces manufacturing costs, and enables a compact form factor suitable for automotive integration. Scantinel's FMCW technology is also robust to interference from sunlight and other LiDAR systems, ensuring reliable performance in challenging environments.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes automotive manufacturers and suppliers developing autonomous driving systems, as well as companies in other sectors requiring advanced LiDAR solutions.
Features
- FMCW LiDAR technology operating at 1550nm for long-range detection
- Silicon photonics integration for compact size, high reliability, and low cost
- Simultaneous measurement of distance and velocity for improved object tracking
- High pixel rate through efficient multiplexing
- Robustness to sunlight and interference from other LiDAR systems
- Scalable architecture suitable for mass production