Aeva and Wideye by AGC to Showcase First FMCW In-cabin 4D LiDAR Integration at CES 2025
Aeva (NYSE: AEVA) and Wideye, an AGC Group division, announced they will demonstrate the industry's first functional FMCW in-cabin 4D LiDAR solution for passenger vehicles at CES 2025. The integration combines Aeva Atlas™ 4D LiDAR sensor with Wideye's custom-formulated windshield glass, optimized for FMCW wavelength transmission.
The solution features high mounting position for enhanced long-range sensing while maintaining minimal impact on vehicle design and aerodynamics. Wideye's glass provides high infrared transparency with nearly zero absorption, ensuring optimal LiDAR performance. The behind-windshield placement offers protection from external elements and easy cleaning, while the compact housing maintains road visibility. The system's low power consumption and passive cooling support cabin comfort.
Aeva (NYSE: AEVA) e Wideye, una divisione del gruppo AGC, hanno annunciato che dimostreranno la prima soluzione FMCW 4D LiDAR funzionale in cabina per veicoli passeggeri all'CES 2025. L'integrazione combina il sensore LiDAR 4D Aeva Atlas™ con il vetro per parabrezza personalizzato di Wideye, ottimizzato per la trasmissione a lunghezza d'onda FMCW.
La soluzione presenta un'altezza di montaggio elevata per migliorare il rilevamento a lunga distanza mantenendo un impatto minimo sul design e sull'aerodinamica del veicolo. Il vetro di Wideye offre un'elevata trasparenza nell'infrarosso con quasi zero assorbimento, garantendo prestazioni ottimali del LiDAR. La collocazione dietro il parabrezza offre protezione dagli elementi esterni e facilita la pulizia, mentre l'involucro compatto mantiene la visibilità stradale. Il basso consumo energetico del sistema e il raffreddamento passivo contribuiscono al comfort dell'abitacolo.
Aeva (NYSE: AEVA) y Wideye, una división del Grupo AGC, anunciaron que demostrarán la primera solución FMCW 4D LiDAR funcional en cabina para vehículos de pasajeros en CES 2025. La integración combina el sensor LiDAR 4D Aeva Atlas™ con el vidrio de parabrisas formulado a medida de Wideye, optimizado para la transmisión de longitud de onda FMCW.
La solución presenta una posición de montaje alta para mejorar la detección a larga distancia, manteniendo un impacto mínimo en el diseño y la aerodinámica del vehículo. El vidrio de Wideye proporciona alta transparencia infrarroja con casi cero absorción, asegurando un rendimiento óptimo del LiDAR. La ubicación detrás del parabrisas ofrece protección contra elementos externos y facilita la limpieza, mientras que la carcasa compacta mantiene la visibilidad en la carretera. El bajo consumo de energía del sistema y el enfriamiento pasivo contribuyen al confort de la cabina.
Aeva (NYSE: AEVA)와 Wideye, AGC 그룹의 한 부문이 CES 2025에서 승용차를 위한 업계 최초의 기능성 FMCW 인캡 4D LiDAR 솔루션을 시연할 것이라고 발표했습니다. 이 통합 솔루션은 Aeva Atlas™ 4D LiDAR 센서를 Wideye의 맞춤형 전면 유리와 결합하고, FMCW 파장 전송에 최적화되어 있습니다.
이 솔루션은 차량 디자인과 공기역학에 미치는 영향을 최소화하면서 장거리 감지를 향상시키기 위해 높은 장착 위치를 특징으로 합니다. Wideye의 유리는 거의 제로 흡수를 가진 높은 적외선 투과성을 제공하여 LiDAR의 최적 성능을 보장합니다. 유리 뒤에 위치한 시스템은 외부 요소로부터 보호하고 청소를 용이하게 하며, 컴팩트한 하우징은 도로 가시성을 유지합니다. 시스템의 낮은 전력 소비와 수동 냉각은 객실의 안락함을 지원합니다.
Aeva (NYSE: AEVA) et Wideye, une division du groupe AGC, ont annoncé qu'ils démontreront la première solution FMCW 4D LiDAR fonctionnelle en cabine pour véhicules passagers lors du CES 2025. L'intégration combine le capteur LiDAR 4D Aeva Atlas™ avec le verre de pare-brise spécialement formulé de Wideye, optimisé pour la transmission des longueurs d'onde FMCW.
La solution présente une position de montage élevée pour améliorer la détection à longue portée tout en ayant un impact minimal sur le design et l'aérodynamisme du véhicule. Le verre de Wideye offre une haute transparence infrarouge avec presque aucune absorption, garantissant des performances LiDAR optimales. Le placement derrière le pare-brise offre une protection contre les éléments extérieurs et facilite le nettoyage, tandis que le boîtier compact maintient la visibilité routière. La faible consommation d'énergie du système et le refroidissement passif contribuent au confort de la cabine.
Aeva (NYSE: AEVA) und Wideye, eine Division der AGC-Gruppe, haben angekündigt, dass sie auf der CES 2025 die erste funktionale FMCW 4D LiDAR-Lösung für Passagierfahrzeuge im Innenraum demonstrieren werden. Die Integration kombiniert den Aeva Atlas™ 4D LiDAR-Sensor mit dem speziell formulierten Windschutzscheibenglas von Wideye, das für die FMCW-Wellenlängenübertragung optimiert ist.
Die Lösung bietet eine hohe Montierposition für verbesserte Langstreckenerkennung, während sie einen minimalen Einfluss auf das Fahrzeugdesign und die Aerodynamik hat. Das Glas von Wideye bietet eine hohe Infrarottransparenz mit nahezu null Absorption, was eine optimale LiDAR-Leistung gewährleistet. Die Platzierung hinter der Windschutzscheibe bietet Schutz vor äußeren Einflüssen und erleichtert die Reinigung, während das kompakte Gehäuse die Sicht auf die Straße bewahrt. Der niedrige Energieverbrauch des Systems und die passive Kühlung tragen zum Komfort des Fahrzeuginnenraums bei.
- First-to-market with FMCW in-cabin 4D LiDAR integration solution
- Strategic partnership with major glass manufacturer AGC Group
- Technical advancement in LiDAR integration without compromising vehicle design
- Product still in demonstration phase, not yet commercialized
- Market adoption timeline uncertain
Insights
The collaboration between Aeva and Wideye showcases an innovative behind-windshield LiDAR integration that addresses key challenges in automotive sensor deployment. The technical breakthrough lies in Wideye's custom glass formulation, specifically designed to work with Aeva's FMCW wavelength, enabling optimal infrared transmission while maintaining sensor performance. This integration solves multiple engineering challenges: sensor protection from environmental elements, improved aerodynamics and simplified maintenance.
The solution's significance stems from its potential to accelerate LiDAR adoption in mass-market vehicles by eliminating common integration hurdles. Traditional LiDAR mounting options often compromise vehicle aesthetics or aerodynamics, while this behind-windshield approach maintains vehicle design integrity. The system's passive cooling and low power consumption characteristics are particularly noteworthy for EV applications where energy efficiency is crucial.
While this technological advancement is promising, its immediate market impact remains The automotive LiDAR market is still in its early stages, with market adoption primarily constrained by cost factors rather than integration challenges. For Aeva, with its relatively modest
The technology demonstration at CES, while innovative, is primarily a proof-of-concept that will require extensive validation and testing before potential commercial deployment. The automotive industry's lengthy development cycles mean any meaningful revenue impact would likely be several years away. For investors, this represents a long-term strategic development rather than a catalyst for immediate stock movement.
Co-developed Behind the Windshield 4D LiDAR Solution Highlights the Future of LiDAR Sensing for Passenger Vehicles
An Aeva Atlas 4D LiDAR sensor integrated behind a custom windshield made by Wideye by AGC. (Photo: Business Wire)
The advanced integration of the Aeva Atlas™ 4D LiDAR sensor behind the windshield combines the benefits of a high mounting position for enhanced long-range sensing with minimal impact on vehicle design and aerodynamics. Custom-formulated glass from Wideye, compatible with Aeva’s unique FMCW wavelength, increases infrared light transmission while maintaining LiDAR point cloud quality. Wideye glass benefits from high infrared transparency with nearly zero absorption, allowing the LiDAR sensor to deliver a high-end performance at full detection range. Placing the LiDAR sensor behind the windshield protects from external elements and allows for easy cleaning of potential obstructions. Inside the cabin, the compact housing ensures road visibility while the sensor’s low power consumption and passive cooling support a quiet cabin and passenger comfort.
“As OEMs look to enable higher levels of safety and automation by incorporating LiDAR technology, we see the unique combination of Aeva’s powerful 4D LiDAR with Wideye Windshield is ready to meet their needs,” said Gaetan Friart, CEO at Wideye by AGC. “Placing the LiDAR behind Wideye windshield with other in-cabin optical sensors meets the stringent demands for next-generation vehicle autonomy without compromising on vehicle design.”
“LiDAR is quickly becoming a must-have sensing technology to enable higher levels of vehicle automation, including highway-speed driving,” said Mina Rezk, Co-Founder and CTO at Aeva. “This collaboration with AGC demonstrates that automakers can have the best of both worlds - a seamless and smooth industrial design that is powered by industry-leading 4D LiDAR from Aeva, without compromising on performance or safety.”
The innovative in-cabin 4D LiDAR solution will be showcased at CES 2025 in Aeva’s booth #6900 in the West Hall of the
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