Meet the radar and lidar innovators at CES: Tech highlights

CES is always an exciting time for sensor technology, especially when it comes to lidar and radar solutions driving innovations in autonomous vehicles, robotics, and beyond. As a data annotation platform at the forefront of machine learning and computer vision, Segments.ai is thrilled to see these cutting-edge sensors in action – because more sensors mean more (and richer) data to annotate!

Below, we’ve compiled a quick overview of the lidar and radar companies exhibiting at CES this year. Each one is pushing the boundaries of perception technology, enabling new applications that rely on accurate, high-quality sensor data.

Though Elon Musk calls lidar a “crutch,” these exhibitors show how lidar and radar power what NVIDIA’s Jensen Huang calls the first multi-trillion-dollar robotics industry.

Website: https://www.aeva.com

Booth: 6900

Aeva is a global technology company focused on perception in automated driving, industrial robotics, and beyond. Its 4D lidar sensors uniquely detect velocity and 3D position simultaneously using Frequency-Modulated Continuous Wave (FMCW) technology. These sensors deliver long-range performance and real-time velocity detection for safer autonomous operations.

Main benefit: detect objects far away, even with limited points.

Website: https://www.autol.co.kr

Booth: 6760

AutoL focuses on lidar technology for autonomous driving systems, aiming to make self-driving more accessible. Its solutions address common lidar pain points such as size, durability, and cost, offering compact, reliable sensors that integrate seamlessly into various vehicle platforms and industrial applications.

Main benefit: Durability and cost

Website: https://www.robosense.ai/

Booth: 6700

RoboSense provides sensors and solutions built on AI algorithms, specialized chips, and hardware for automotive OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, robotics, and other related industries. Its offerings focus on lidar-based perception, combining various technologies to deliver precise environmental data for improved automation.

Website: https://www.hesaitech.com/

Booth: 6824

Founded in 2014, Hesai Technology focuses on LiDAR technology for autonomous driving and ADAS. The company’s stated vision is to support robotics and improve lives through high-performance, reliable, and cost-effective 3D sensors.

Website: https://www.iqp.us/

Booth: 3146

IQP introduces a long-range flash lidar built around a quantum sensor with a Silicon Photomultiplier architecture. With no mechanical moving parts, it operates with a single laser and sensor in a compact form factor. It achieves up to 400 meters of range, high dynamic frame rates (up to 2 kHz), and ultra-fine time resolution (~20 ps).

Website: https://www.itops.co.kr/

Booth: 6375

ITOPS Automotive designs and manufactures actuators, sensors, and flash lidar components to advance vehicle safety, comfort, and efficiency. With in-house capabilities that span design through production, ITOPS provides optimized, cutting-edge solutions for next-generation automotive intelligence and sensing applications.

Website: https://www.lidwave.com/

Booth: 7218

Lidwave has developed an optical chip for next-generation 4-D lidar across autonomous vehicles, robotics, and more. Its sensor provides an in-depth view of environmental dynamics, coupling accurate velocity and depth information in real time to enable more sophisticated decision-making in various applications.

Main benefit: lidar on a chip, to combine all the optical elements on one chip.

Website: https://www.seyond.com/

Booth: 5060

Seyond is a global leader in high-fidelity lidar solutions serving automotive, intelligent transportation, robotics, and infrastructure. Its portfolio includes high-resolution lidar sensors and software and the Seyond ITS Management Platform (SIMPL), aiming to power a safer and more mobile world through precise environmental perception.

Main benefit: ultra-long lidar up to 500 meters, 1550 nm; to perform better in difficult weather conditions

Website: https://soslab.co

Booth: 4124

SOS LAB specializes in lidar sensors designed for future mobility and infrastructure. Its proprietary scanning lidar systems emphasize reliability and high-quality data capture, targeting automotive and other industries that demand robust, cost-effective solutions for advanced perception capabilities.

Website: https://www.hybrid-lidar.com/

Booth: 50339

Hybrid lidar Systems AG has developed a patented hybrid method of distance measurement with light for its next-generation solid-state flash lidar sensors. By delivering up to 10 times the resolution of competing systems at half the price, the company aims to set a new benchmark in high-performance yet cost-effective lidar technology.

Website: https://voyantphotonics.com/

Booth: 3175

Voyant Photonics designs and manufactures high-performance FMCW lidar imaging systems based on silicon photonics to minimize size, power, and cost. These sensors cater to both automotive and industrial robotics applications, providing precise measurements and 3D sensing for a range of autonomous and semi-autonomous use cases.

Website: https://www.altosradar.com

Booth: 6874

Altos Radar specializes in high-performance 4D imaging radar solutions for advanced driver assistance systems and fully autonomous driving. Its radars capture detailed data to enhance perception and support next-level vehicle intelligence, offering a balance of low cost and high resolution to meet various mobility needs.

Main benefit: Customize the range depending on the use case.

Website: https://arberobotics.com/

Booth: 7406

Arbe develops perception radar technology for safer driving and future autonomous applications. Its ultra-high-resolution 4D radar, powered by AI-based perception algorithms, delivers great image quality and reliability in all conditions. The technology enables real-time free-space mapping and helps redefine radar safety and performance in modern vehicles.

Main benefit: High channel count to create more detailed point clouds

Website: https://www.novelic.com/

Booth: 7412

Novelic delivers radar-based solutions for short-range automotive applications, including in-cabin monitoring and park-assist systems. The company focuses on connected, safe, and software-defined mobility through precise sensing technologies designed for reliable operation in various driving conditions.

Main benefit: Affordable solutions for automotive

Website: https://www.smartradarsystem.com/en/index.html

Booth: 3866

Smart Radar System develops 4D imaging radar technology that integrates distance, speed, angle, and height data with deep learning for enhanced environmental awareness. This next-generation radar approach has gained significant attention in the AD/ADAS market for its potential to increase reliability and accuracy in object detection.

Website: https://www.smartmicro.com/

Booth: 5066

Smartmicro designs, develops, and manufactures radar-based sensor solutions for traffic management and automotive industries. With more than 27 years of experience in high-performance radar technology, the company provides precise multi-lane and multi-object detection systems used to improve mobility, safety, and efficiency on roads worldwide.