Voyant Photonics manufactures compact, solid-state LiDAR systems that utilize coherent imaging and on-chip beam steering to accurately detect and differentiate between objects and surfaces in real-time. Their technology addresses the need for affordable and reliable machine perception solutions across various applications, enhancing safety and operational efficiency in industries like robotics and automotive.
Funding
$34.2M 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 rely on bulky designs with moving parts, making them susceptible to damage from shock and vibration, especially in harsh industrial environments. These systems can be expensive to replace and integrate, hindering the widespread adoption of machine perception in robotics, automotive, and smart infrastructure applications.
Solution
Voyant Photonics develops compact, solid-state LiDAR systems using coherent imaging and on-chip beam steering to provide accurate, real-time object detection and differentiation. Their LiDAR technology shrinks complexity by integrating all components onto a single semiconductor chip, reducing size, cost, and power consumption while enhancing reliability. Voyant's sensors offer consistent performance, unaffected by background lighting or interference from other sensors, and determine velocity and distance without requiring additional computation. The company's product line includes safety scanners, long-range automotive LiDAR, and sensors for mobility and smart infrastructure, all designed for easy integration and scalability. Voyant's APIs allow users to leverage the full potential of their sensors without needing specialized knowledge of photonics.
Target Audience
Voyant's primary customers include robotics manufacturers, automotive companies developing ADAS (Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems), and organizations involved in smart infrastructure and mobility solutions.
Features
- Solid-state LiDAR systems with no moving parts for enhanced robustness and reliability
- Coherent imaging for accurate object detection and differentiation
- On-chip beam steering for compact size and reduced complexity
- Resistant to shock, vibration, and impact, suitable for harsh industrial environments
- Available in various configurations, including safety scanners, long-range automotive LiDAR, and sensors for mobility and smart infrastructure
- Drop-in replacement for legacy safety scanners, upgrading AMR robustness
- Software APIs for easy integration and application development