Waymo introduced improved low-priced lidar sensors, along with new radar system, for sale to automotive manufacturers

Briefing

Waymo introduced improved low-priced lidar sensors, along with new radar system, for sale to automotive manufacturers

March 30, 2017

Briefing

  • Improved Sensors – Unveiled improved lidar sensors that provide highly detailed close and long range views with costs reduced by 90%, as well as radar system that works well in rain, fog and snow, at North American International Auto Show in Detroit
  • Lidar Sensors Function – Bounces laser light off objects to create 3D map of car's surroundings
  • Supplier to Car Manufacturers – May sell autonomous driving hardware, including sensors and software, to more car manufacturers, having already sold full self-driving kit to Fiat Chrysler and with possible deal with Honda under development
  • Increased Competition – Competes with other suppliers of driverless technology, like Mobileye

Accelerator

Sector

Information Technology

Organization

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, Honda Motor Co. Ltd., Waymo

Source

Original Publication Date

January 10, 2017

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