LONDON and SEATTLE, Sept. 17,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cron AI, a leader in
adaptive 3D edge perception platforms, and Lumotive, a pioneer in
programmable optical semiconductors, have announced a
groundbreaking partnership. Together, they aim to enable the next
generation of 3D sensor technology: a solid-state LiDAR design with
integrated deep learning capabilities, utilizing Lumotive's Light
Control Metasurface (LCM™) chip for enhanced 3D sensing.
This partnership marks a significant leap in 3D perception
technology. It overcomes the limitations of previous systems by
combining their strengths into a single, streamlined design built
on Lumotive's 3D Sensing development kits.
These cutting-edge kits pave the way for designing a system
similar to a camera module, featuring a software-defined Region of
Interest (ROI) that enables dynamic extended range, higher frames
per second, and high resolution. Object detection or perception
layers like Cron AI's can all dynamically control these.
This innovative development lays the foundation for a new era of
intelligent sensors that seamlessly integrate LiDAR data,
transforming it into actionable intelligence through a robust deep
learning layer. This creates a highly dynamic closed-loop system
that leverages Lumotive's Software-Defined capabilities and Cron
AI's AI-enabled Perception Layer software to deliver high-accuracy
detections.
Synergy: AI Enabled Sensor
The traditional debate between LiDAR and camera technologies is
now obsolete. Cron AI and Lumotive's Light Control Metasurface
(LCM™) chip-based AI-enabled sensor transcends the simple
combination of camera and LiDAR functionalities, unlocking a new
level of perception. It integrates key camera functionalities
like License Plate Recognition (LPR) and Automated Number Plate
Recognition (ANPR) with LiDAR capabilities such as precise object
detection, classification, speed and location tracking, data
fusion, and comprehensive environmental data. The deep learning
layer then processes this data in real-time, extracting actionable
insights for various applications.
Unprecedented Performance - Yet Cost-Effective
This combined sensor exceeds the capabilities of traditional
mechanical LiDAR and camera systems, delivering unparalleled
performance in a compact and cost-effective form factor. It offers
a viable solution for a broader range of applications.
Unlocking Boundless Potential Across Industries
This groundbreaking technology has the potential to
revolutionize numerous industries:
- Autonomous Vehicles and Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X):
Enhanced perception for safer navigation, obstacle detection, and
seamless communication with surrounding infrastructure.
- Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) and Vision Zero
Initiatives: Improved traffic management, flow optimization,
and enhanced safety measures aligned with Vision Zero goals.
- Crowd and People Management: Real-time monitoring and
analysis for security, safety, and space optimization in various
environments.
- Smart Cities and Security: More accurate data collection
for improved security measures and efficient city management
solutions.
A Partnership for the Future of Intelligent
Infrastructure
This partnership combines Cron AI's senseEDGE platform with
Lumotive's award-winning Light Control Metasurface (LCM™)
chip-based development kit for solid-state LiDAR. It empowers
infrastructure operators to harness the power of real-time,
contextual 3D data. This paves the way for a future of intelligent
infrastructure, where data collection is efficient, and performance
is unparalleled in a compact and cost-effective form factor.
"At Lumotive, we are thrilled to partner with Cron AI to bring
our innovative LCM™ technology to new heights. This partnership
will redefine 3D sensing and perception, unlocking endless
possibilities across various industries," said Dr. Sam Heidari, CEO of Lumotive.
"This collaboration marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of
intelligent infrastructure. By integrating Lumotive's cutting-edge
LCM™ technology with our senseEDGE platform, we are setting new
standards for 3D perception and real-time data processing," said
Tushar Chhabra, CEO and Co-Founder
of Cron AI.
About Cron AI
Cron AI is a leading developer of adaptive 3D edge perception
platforms. Their senseEDGE platform bridges the gap between complex
3D sensing and real-world applications, unlocking the true
potential of sensor data.
About Lumotive
Lumotive's award-winning programmable optical semiconductors
improve perception, increase computing power, and enable reliable
high-speed communication in various industries.
The Light Control Metasurface (LCM™) chip is a patented,
software-defined photonic beamforming solid-state technology. As
the first of its kind, it meets essential needs in various sectors,
including 3D sensing and AI computing.
Lumotive was named Fast Company's Next Big Thing in Tech and won
two CES Innovation Awards. Headquartered in Redmond, WA, with offices in San Jose, CA, and Vancouver, Canada, Lumotive is backed by
notable investors, including Gates Frontier, MetaVC Partners, Quan
Funds, Samsung Ventures, and Uniquest.
https://lumotive.com/
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