SiLC Receives Honda Investment for AI Vision Development

SiLC Technologies has received an investment from Honda to develop next-generation frequency-modulated continuous-wave (FMCW) lidar solutions for mobility applications. SiLC is a developer of integrated, single-chip FMCW lidar solutions and focuses on enabling advanced AI-based machine vision. The investment was made through Honda’s startup-focused global innovation program Honda Xcelerator Ventures, led by Honda Innovations.
SiLC’s integrated single chip FMCW lidar technology compared to a penny. Courtesy of SiLC Technologies.

SiLC’s integrated single chip FMCW lidar technology compared to a penny. Courtesy of SiLC Technologies.

SiLC’s integrated single-chip frequency-modulated continuous-wave (FMCW) lidar technology. The company recently received an investment from Honda. Courtesy of SiLC Technologies.

The latest funding comes less than a year after SiLC introduced four versions of its FMCW lidar-based Eyeonic Vision System and secured $25 million to expand production to support designs for its Eyeonic solutions.

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Published: September 2024

Glossary

lidar: Lidar, short for light detection and ranging, is a remote sensing technology that uses laser light to measure distances and generate precise, three-dimensional information about the shape and characteristics of objects and surfaces. Lidar systems typically consist of a laser scanner, a GPS receiver, and an inertial measurement unit (IMU), all integrated into a single system. Here is how lidar works: Laser emission: A laser emits laser pulses, often in the form of rapid and repetitive laser...
machine vision: Machine vision, also known as computer vision or computer sight, refers to the technology that enables machines, typically computers, to interpret and understand visual information from the world, much like the human visual system. It involves the development and application of algorithms and systems that allow machines to acquire, process, analyze, and make decisions based on visual data. Key aspects of machine vision include: Image acquisition: Machine vision systems use various...
integrated photonics: Integrated photonics is a field of study and technology that involves the integration of optical components, such as lasers, modulators, detectors, and waveguides, on a single chip or substrate. The goal of integrated photonics is to miniaturize and consolidate optical elements in a manner similar to the integration of electronic components on a microchip in traditional integrated circuits. Key aspects of integrated photonics include: Miniaturization: Integrated photonics aims to...