The automotive industry – making state-of-the-art functionality affordable and accessible

For over a decade, distance-measurement systems based on microwave or ultrasonic technologies have been used in features such as automatic cruise control (ACC) and parking aids in high-end cars. In recent years, there has been an increasing trend toward camera-based automotive applications. CMOS-based cameras are used for applications, such as rear-view assistance or lane departure warning systems.
As the number of electronic systems in a car rises, the need to create technology that combines both image and range sensing also grows. As soon as these devices are available at low cost, there will be vast potential for implementing additional features in mid-range cars.

Once again, PMD technology provides a solution because every pixel inside a PMD imager captures grayscale information as well as the distance data. That means the sensors deliver a combined 2D/3D image of a scene in real time, eliminating the need for complex post processing.

PMDTec has developed various sample cameras with major OEMs and tier-one partners. These systems offer better performance than any other camera-based 3D approach.

In fact, the technology is currently being tested for deployment in a range of applications, including:

• Pedestrian Safety & • Stop & Go Assist,
• Park Assist & Rear View Sensing Warning (e.g. Kids & Cars),
• Interior & Occupant Sensing (e.g. OOP - Out of Position Detection, Safety Restraint Optimization),
• and many more

Sample Videos
approaching objects.avi
pole.avi
pedestrian demo.avi
vehicle and pedestrian.avi