- In July 2024, Cepton, Inc. announced a definitive agreement to be acquired by Koito Manufacturing Co., Ltd., a long-time collaborator, and strategic partner. Following the completion of the acquisition, Cepton will operate as a privately held indirect subsidiary of Koito, maintaining its headquarters in San Jose, California. This partnership builds on their history of developing high-performance LiDAR solutions for automotive and smart infrastructure applications. The acquisition is expected to enhance LiDAR adoption in mass-market applications, leveraging Koito's manufacturing capabilities and Cepton's technological expertise
- In May 2024, Cepton, Inc. introduced StudioViz, a proprietary end-to-end LiDAR simulation platform, aimed at accelerating the development of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous vehicles (AVs). StudioViz enables OEMs and developers to simulate LiDAR integration scenarios, test sensor placements, and refine perception algorithms without the need for extensive physical testing. This tool provides high-fidelity 3D point cloud visualizations and scenario-building capabilities, reducing costs and complexity in real-world testing by recreating diverse environmental conditions virtually
- In June 2021, eledyne Optech and Teledyne CARIS, both Teledyne Technologies companies, have announced the launch of the next-generation bathymetric LiDAR, the CZMIL SuperNova. This innovative system offers unmatched depth performance and the highest green laser point density in its class, featuring SmartSpacing technology for efficient point distribution, real-time processing to reduce post-processing time, and configurable modes tailored for various water environments
- In November 2023, Aeva secured a production win with Nikon Corporation to supply its micron-precise LiDAR-on-Chip technology for Nikon's industrial metrology and quality control products. The multi-year agreement will integrate Aeva’s technology into Nikon’s automated inspection solutions for automotive, aerospace, and renewable energy sectors, with production starting in late 2024 and product availability in 2025
- In June 2024, Innoviz Technologies has partnered with a major OEM to develop a new short-range LiDAR solution for Level 4 (L4) autonomous vehicles. This collaboration focuses on enhancing the vehicle's ability to perceive its environment at close ranges, contributing to more precise and reliable navigation for fully autonomous driving
