Project Summary

This project aims to develop a novel, fully embedded ultrasound-based navigation and collision avoidance system encompassing phased-array technology that offers unprecedented combination of high performance, flexibility, and low cost for autonomous vehicles.

Project Achievements

Activities The main goal of the proposal was to develop a novel, fully embedded, sensing architecture which enables 3-D perception for autonomous mobility applications in challenging environments using ultrasound. The work was based around three inter- linked objectives: 1. To develop a fully embedded sensing architecture 2. To fabricate a second-generation plug and play prototype sensor 3. To explore commercial opportunities

Conclusions

The ability to perceive and interact with surrounding objects and the environment is critical to autonomous mobility. Our sensors will improve the safety of autonomous vehicles by providing a low-cost, alternative source of information on environmental interaction. This project has enabled Calyo to move into the autonomous mobility sectors much more quickly and hence drive growth in the UK economy.

Next Steps

We’ve demonstrated several applications and attracted interest from a number of industry partners. This includes multinational technology companies for application on unmanned systems across defence, and civilian applications including the automotive, mobile robots, and consumer electronics sectors. The company is now looking for early adopter partners and clients.