Emerging from stealth, NODAR introduces “Hammerhead 3D Vision” platform for automated driving
To launch automated vehicles, the general thinking is that LiDAR is required to accomplish highly precise long distance ranging so as to ensure safety. But LiDARs are seen as expensive in automotive circles. Costs will likely come down over time, but what to do now to deploy systems without breaking the bank? Today NODAR, an early stage startup based in Cambridge Massachusetts, emerged from stealth to announce their approach based on long baseline stereo vision. What exactly is this? Is it the answer?