The far-infrared thermal imaging camera provides a new level of road information, extending the sensor data fusion capabilities of the ADAS system, paving the way for all-weather, fully automated driving.
Automakers are evaluating prototypes and planning to start mass production in 2020
STMicroelectronics (ST; New York Stock Exchange: STM) and AdaSky, an Israeli automotive far-infrared imaging technology (FIR) startup that aims to make future cars look farther and clearer, announce a technical cooperation agreement . The collaboration will be jointly designed by both parties and will be produced using ST's proprietary 28nm FD-SOI (fully depleted silicon-on-insulator) process, which will then be integrated into the AdaSky thermal imaging camera. The overall image sensor, named Viper, was developed by AdaSky to allow autonomous vehicles to see and identify roads and the surrounding environment under all conditions.
With complete vision and sensing capabilities, especially in harsh light or weather conditions, roads, vehicles, roadside facilities, and obstacles can be seen and identified, making it essential for the safe operation of next-generation autonomous vehicles. To achieve all-weather autopilot, vehicles need to integrate complementary streams of information from different sensors. Today, there are no sensors or cameras that can capture all the information needed for autonomous driving. Each sensor or camera has its own shortcomings and weaknesses in certain light or weather conditions. Passive infrared vision systems, like AdaSky's Viper, can be used to compensate for the deficiencies of individual sensors when used in sensor fusion solutions, providing precise illumination in dynamic lighting, direct sunlight, head-mounted cars, and harsh weather conditions. Vision and perception.
The new camera detects the temperature of the target object through an FIR microbolometer sensor. In the ADAS solution, Viper uses a proprietary algorithm based on convolutional neural networks to classify obstacles and display obstacles on the driver's seat display to alert the driver. This early warning method is a few seconds ahead of the warning method using ordinary visible light sensors, even faster than the human eye warning.
AmotS Kats, vice president of hardware at AdaSky, said: "With the help of ST, we created the first high-resolution thermal imaging camera on the market. The camera is very small in size, weight and power consumption and has no moving parts. Power consumption limitations are a challenge for sensor performance. ST has ultra-low power design, IP modules that are fully compliant with automotive application standards, 28nm FD-SOI manufacturing technology, and expertise in these areas to meet stringent work. The consumption limit is crucial. We are able to provide a breakthrough solution that has caused tremendous changes in the autonomous vehicle market, thanks to STMicroelectronics' expertise in automotive standards, a strong supply chain, and reliable reliability and long-term supply for automotive manufacturers. Technical support and business continuity, covering the entire product lifecycle of automotive manufacturers."
Fabio Marchio, vice president and general manager of automotive digital products at STMicroelectronics, said: "AdaSky has developed a powerful infrared vision sensor and high-value algorithms to add a high-value complementary information layer to existing sensors. The program will soon drive autonomous vehicles. Driving conditions are still one of the main concerns of true all-day, all-weather, autonomous driving, and AdaSky is making these unmanned driving problems by solving challenging and difficult driving conditions. The system becomes possible."
Viper uses ST's proprietary 28nm FD-SOI manufacturing technology and IP modules that are fully compliant with automotive applications. Automakers are evaluating prototypes and are planning to begin mass production in 2020.
About STMicroelectronicsSTMicroelectronics (ST) is the world's leading semiconductor company, providing intelligent, energy-efficient products and solutions that are relevant to everyday life. STMicroelectronics' products are ubiquitous and work with customers to achieve smart driving, smart factories, smart cities and smart homes, as well as next-generation mobile and IoT products. Enjoy technology and enjoy life, STMicroelectronics advocates the idea that technology leads the way of life (a life.augmented). ST's 2017 net income was $8.35 billion, with more than 100,000 customers worldwide.
About AdaSkyAdaSky introduces far-infrared sensing technology into the automotive market with the goal of making tomorrow's cars look farther and clearer at all times. AdaSky's founding team consists of senior experts in the semiconductor, thermal sensor, image processing and computer vision markets. In the past decade, they have developed advanced far infrared sensing solutions. Now, the multidisciplinary team of experienced engineers is further innovating and adapting the special requirements of autonomous vehicles to make AdaSky's solution a key add-on to fully automated vehicles, completely solving the traditional sensor's visual and perceptual aspects. Weaknesses.
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