Advancing Long Wave Infrared Thermal Imaging for Autonomous Vehicles

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OWL Autonomous Imaging: Advancing Long Wave Infrared Thermal Imaging for Autonomous Vehicles

TLDR Long wave infrared thermal imaging technology is crucial for autonomous vehicles, as it can detect people and animals in various weather conditions, and Owl Autonomous Imaging is working on making this technology affordable and integrated into AI perception stacks for improved resolution and object classification.
 

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    00:00
    Owl Autonomous Imaging, founded by Wade Appleman, specializes in long wave infrared thermal imaging for autonomous vehicles, crucial for capturing thermoelectric energy in the automotive industry.
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    04:31
    Long wave infrared cameras are valuable for autonomous driving in darkness and bright light, using thermoelectric energy for imaging and lidar for object detection without the need for a return signal.
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    08:10
    Long wave infrared thermal imaging in automotive applications is misunderstood, as it’s not just about sensing heat but also about the quality and resolution of the camera, and it can detect people in various weather conditions without being affected by rain or fog like lidar.
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    10:16
    Lidar technology used to be expensive, but through cost reduction efforts, the price has significantly decreased.
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    11:42
    Owl is working on affordable thermal imaging technology for autonomous vehicles, with prices expected to drop to under $100 for level two PAB and $300-350 for level three autonomous vehicles, integrating long wave infrared imaging into AI perception stacks for improved resolution and object classification.
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    15:05
    Thermal imaging systems can detect pedestrians and animals faster than headlights, helping to prevent accidents and reduce insurance claims, but current night vision systems are not integrated with braking systems.
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    18:39
    Long-wave infrared technology is gaining importance in the automotive industry, impacting the supply chain and potentially increasing demand.
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    20:22
    Connect with Wade for more information on Owl autonomous imaging and long wave infrared thermal imaging.

 

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