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May 21, 2019 Blog The Must-read Guide to Using the New LeddarSDK for your Mobility…

The Must-read Guide to Using the New LeddarSDK for your Mobility Application
Blog post by Julien Stanguennec, Product Engineer, LeddarTech®

LeddarTech’s LiDAR technology provides Tier-1 suppliers and selected Tier-2s the key components and tools to develop and produce differentiated SSL solutions tailored to the specific Advanced Drivers Assistance Systems, Autonomous Driving, and mobility application requirements of OEMs.

Throughout the entire development process, customers have access to engineering and training services, ongoing support, and a comprehensive team of Leddar EcosystemTM partners, who serve as integral elements of our product offering.

As part of our service support engagement, we always aim to provide the right resources and guidance on how to successfully integrate and deploy LeddarTech’s suite of LiDAR modules in our customers’ mobility applications.

This blog post focuses on the essential elements required to integrate LeddarTech’s LiDAR sensors for mobility applications successfully and on schedule using the recently built LeddarSDK.

Ways to Integrate LeddarTech’s LiDAR Sensors

It is important to start by noting that we offer customers two main avenues to integrating LeddarTech’s LiDAR sensors in their applications:

Developers can build their complete application from the ground up, based on the low-level communication protocol definition. You can download our sensor User-guide to learn more about how to proceed with this option.

We offer the LeddarSDK for customers who wish to accelerate their software integration and reduce the lead time associated with entirely building their application from the ground up. We have built a new LeddarSDK to provide a more flexible, more usable SDK than ever before.

As outlined above, we will further explore the way in which customers can integrate LeddarTech sensors using the LeddarSDK application.

What is the LeddarSDK

LeddarSDK is a software development kit allowing LeddarTech customers to easily integrate LeddarTech’s LiDAR sensors by providing third-party libraries for low-level communication, code example, and documentation. The LeddarSDK also provides a standardized API that enables developers to start building their application quickly and easily. Below are some of the key advantages and specifications of the new LeddarSDK:

Open-source and Cross-platform (limited use of pre-compiled code – only from libraries);
Constitutes a unique software package for main LeddarTech mobility sensors and all communication protocol;
To account for most developers needs, a python layer and a ROS node are offered over a C++
The tested Hardware platform are PC based x86 (IA-32), x64 (AMD64/EM64T) and ARM-based platform Raspberry Pi;
The tested Operating Systems are Linux (Ubuntu) and Windows (7, 8,10);
LeddarSDK is designed for PC-based architecture to be interfaced with the M16 family (M16-LED, M16-LSR, IS16), Vu8, and LeddarOne LiDAR sensors with all communication protocol available (USB, Modbus (RS232, RS485 & USB VCP), CAN BUS, SPI;
For the low-level communication protocol, alternate hardware and library are used to interface with the PC’s USB port.

About the Hardware Interface

Below are the key considerations regarding the Hardware Interface:

FTDI cable to convert RS232, RS485 and SPI to USB (See accessories at leddartech.com).
For CAN BUS communication, Komodo CAN interface to USB (https://www.totalphase.com/products/komodo-cansolo/).

About the Third-Party Library

Below are the key considerations regarding the third-party library:

Libusb for USB communication (.c and .h for windows, and standard library for Linux)
Libmodbus for Modbus communication (.c and .h)
Komodo for CAN BUS communication (compiled .so and .dll)
FTDI for RS232 and RS485 for FTDI cable PHY (compiled .so and .dll)
MPSSE for SPI FTDI cable PHY (compiled .so and .dll)
RapidJSON for data recording

Functionality Considerations

The LeddarSDK takes care of low-level communication and provides an standard abstraction layer for the different LeddarTech sensors to easily:

Connect to a sensor
Read detections
Configure the sensor
Record data

In addition, to provide developers with a complete picture, we also offer LeddarConfigurator software for windows that provides a graphical user interface (GUI) to allow customers to quickly connect to a sensor, configure it, display live data, and record measurements. This software is typically used for quick technology assessment and troubleshooting, while the SDK can be used to build the application.

How to Access the LeddarSDK
We are happy to announce that the LeddarSDK is now delivered on GitHub, for wider collaboration with the developer community. Customers can access the LeddarSDK in the following way:

Code Distribution: github.com/leddartech/LeddarSDK
User Documentation: sdk.leddartech.com

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May 27, 2019 In the media LeddarTech Featured on the APMA’s latest episode of “The…

LeddarTech Featured on the APMA’s latest episode of “The Intelligent Podcast”

Claude Doré, our Chief Financial Officer and Daniel Aitken, our Vice-President of Global Marketing sat down with Warren Ali, Vice-President of Innovation at the Automotive Parts Manufacturer’s Association to talk about CES 2019, LeddarTech’s growth, the future of Autonomous Technology for Automotive Applications, and getting into the best industry parties. All this during the latest recording of The APMA’s Intelligent Podcast.

Click here to listen to the episode of the podcast:

https://soundcloud.com/user-819903760/leddartech

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APMA’s connectTEC Conference – Windsor, Canada

Pierre Olivier, Chief Technology Officer at LeddarTech, will join a panel discussion on Intelligent Mobility at the connectTEC Conference – The In.tel.li.gent Network on June 11th, 2019. The APMA event aspires to bring together Canada’s Leaders in Auto, ICT, Industry, and Infrastructure to discuss the challenges and identify the opportunities that lie ahead for Canadian manufacturers. Mr. Olivier’s focus will be on communicating the impact of LiDAR Technology for automotive and mobility AD applications.

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May 28, 2019 Press release LeddarTech to Appear at a Series of North American Conf…

LeddarTech to Appear at a Series of North American Conferences on LiDAR Auto and Mobility Technology in June 2019

QUEBEC CITY, May 28th, 2019 — LeddarTech®, an industry leader providing the most versatile and scalable auto and mobility LiDAR platform™, is pleased to announce that LeddarTech’s Mobility Leadership Series continues through the month of June with participation in several conferences across North America. LeddarTech’s senior executives will present at Impulsion MTL 2019 on June 3rd, APMA’s connectTEC conference on June 11th, and at the 2019 GSA Silicon Summit on June 18th. LeddarTech will also exhibit at TU-Automotive Detroit on June 5th.

June 3rd: Impulsion MTL 2019 – Montreal, Canada

Frantz Saintellemy, president and COO of LeddarTech, will present at Impulsion MTL International Fleet Forum. The event will bring professionals and suppliers together around a common objective: upgrading fleets with new technologies and solutions to meet environmental, social, operational, and regulatory requirements. Mr. Saintellemy’s talk will focus on LiDAR and the evolution of technology in advanced driver-assistance systems.

June 5th: TU-Automotive – Detroit, U.S.A.

Senior members from LeddarTech will exhibit at the TU Automotive Conference in Detroit, U.S.A. TU-Automotive Detroit is the world’s largest automotive technology conference & exhibition, shaping the future of connected auto mobility. LeddarTech will exhibit as part of the Government of Canada pavilion. Visit booth #B113 to speak with our LiDAR specialists and discover our ADAS and AD solutions for automotive and mobility applications.

June 11th: APMA’s connectTEC Conference – Windsor, Canada

Pierre Olivier, Chief Technology Officer at LeddarTech, will join a panel discussion on Intelligent Mobility at the connectTEC Conference – The In.tel.li.gent Network. The APMA event aspires to bring together Canada’s Leaders in Auto, ICT, Industry, and Infrastructure to discuss the challenges and identify the opportunities that lie ahead for Canadian manufacturers. Mr. Olivier’s focus will be on communicating the impact of LiDAR Technology for automotive and mobility AD applications.

June 18th: 2019 GSA Silicon Summit – Santa Clara, U.S.A.

Charles Boulanger, LeddarTech’s CEO, will speak and participate in a Transformation of Mobility panel at the 2019 GSA Silicon Summit. Mr. Boulanger will discuss advanced LiDAR sensor architectures, and how platform solutions are enabling autonomous driving. GSA’s Silicon Summit brings together more than 250 semiconductor executives from leading companies in the expanded semiconductor ecosystem for a full day of discussion and thought exchange. This year’s focus is on “The Smart Evolution – Ubiquity, Autonomy, Mobility.”

About LeddarTech

LeddarTech is an industry leader providing the most versatile, scalable auto and mobility LiDAR platform based on the unique LeddarEngine, which consists of a suite of automotive-grade, functional safety certified SoCs working in tandem with LeddarSP™ signal processing software. The company is responsible for several innovations in cutting-edge mobility remote-sensing applications, its patented technologies enhancing ADAS and autonomous driving capabilities for automobiles, trucks, buses, delivery vehicles, robotaxis, shuttles, and more. Additional information about LeddarTech is accessible at www.leddartech.com, and on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube.

LeddarTech, Leddar, LeddarEngine, LeddarSP, and LeddarTech logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of LeddarTech Inc. All other brands, product names, and marks are or may be trademarks or registered trademarks used to identify products or services of their respective owners.

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July 30th, 2019 Press release LeddarTech Successfully Defends its LiDAR Intellectu…

LeddarTech Successfully Defends its LiDAR Intellectual Property Against Phantom Intelligence

QUEBEC CITY, July 30, 2019 — LeddarTech®, an industry leader providing the most versatile and scalable auto and mobility LiDAR platform™ in the market, announces that its patent infringement case against Phantom Intelligence was settled favorably in the Federal Court of Canada.

In December 2015 LeddarTech challenged Phantom Intelligence for the illegal use of its patented LiDAR sensing technology protected by Canadian Patent No. 2,710,212, entitled “Detection and Ranging Methods and Systems” and relating to systems and methods for acquiring an optical signal and converting it into a digital trace. The patent is a core driver of LeddarTech’s long-established intellectual property and is practiced in all of its LiDAR sensing products deployed in advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving (AD) applications in the auto and mobility sectors. The settlement, the amount, terms and conditions of which are confidential, was agreed under a court-sponsored mediation process following which Phantom Intelligence became a customer of LeddarTech.

“LeddarTech is proud of its years of innovation as a pioneer in LiDAR technology for ADAS and AD,” stated Pierre Olivier, Chief Technology Officer at LeddarTech. “We have always been confident that we would be successful in defense of our intellectual property, and we will continue to be vigilant in protecting it.” continued Mr. Olivier. LeddarTech values the important contributions of its engineers and scientists to its intellectual property (72 patents: 52 granted and 20 pending) and intends to continue monitoring for possible infringements of its proprietary LiDAR sensing technology.

About LeddarTech

LeddarTech is an industry leader providing the most versatile, scalable auto and mobility LiDAR platform based on the unique LeddarEngineTM, which consists of a suite of automotive-grade, functional safety certified SoCs working in tandem with LeddarSP™ signal processing software. The company is responsible for several innovations in cutting-edge mobility remote-sensing applications, its patented technologies enhancing ADAS and autonomous driving capabilities for automobiles, trucks, buses, delivery vehicles, robotaxis, shuttles, and more. Additional information about LeddarTech is accessible at www.leddartech.com, and on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube.

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June 12, 2019 Blog LiDAR, Radar, or Camera? Demystifying the ADAS / AD Technology …

LiDAR, Radar, or Camera? Demystifying the ADAS / AD Technology Mix

A blog post by
Preeti Prasher, ASIC Test Engineer, LeddarTech®

The growth of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving (AD) solutions is the catalyst for the adoption of several types of sensors being incorporated into vehicles. Radars, cameras, and ultrasonic sensors have become the industry standard, answering the call for advancements in road safety. And now, Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) technology has been added to the list and is actively being deployed in vehicles on the production line.

Why is LiDAR so significant?

One of the main advantages of LiDAR is that the light source is an integrated part of the solution. LiDAR sensors use an eye-safe laser to emit light pulses which light up the desired area. Unlike cameras, they function independently of the ambient lighting. LiDAR can achieve fantastic results day and night without any loss of performance due to disturbances such as shadows, sunlight or headlight glare.

LiDAR systems use the Time of Flight (ToF) principle – light is emitted at time t-0, hits an object, is reflected back, and is then measured by an array of sensors at time t-1. Based on knowledge about the speed of light, the measured interval – the ToF – can easily be converted into a precise distance. By considering how much light is returned, the size and shape of the object can also be determined.

Here’s an example to see how that works: If a light pulse hits a flat, reflective surface head-on, it is almost fully reflected. If the light pulse hits the same surface at a different angle, the light that strikes the closest side is reflected back with higher intensity than the light which strikes the side furthest away. Some of the emitted light pulses are not reflected back at all, or the reflections are not measured because the object is outside the range of capture.

Given that a LiDAR system, such as LeddarTech’s LeddarEngineTM, can process more than 1 billion samples per second, it is easy to see how the system can also determine an object’s shape, size, and movements. This means that the vehicle always has the very latest information about what is happening in the surrounding environment.

Different objects have different emission characteristics (for example, they reflect or absorb different quantities of light) does not pose any problem either, because within the applicable measurement range. This is taken into account by LeddarEngine‘s software and algorithms.

The vast number of measurement points in LiDAR technology results in a very accurate 3D reconstruction of a scene. Every light pulse emitted provides specific information about the relative distance and size of the detected object and allows the system to create a precise three-dimensional mapping of the environment.

In principle, this can also be achieved using cameras. However, LiDAR technology has advantages: Image analysis is much simpler and faster. With cameras, post-processing techniques have to be applied to the images to determine the size and relative distance of an object. By contrast, processing the output of a LiDAR sensor is very straightforward, in particular when using a LeddarEngine consisting of LeddarCore® ICs in combination with our patented software, LeddarSPTM.

Due to its scalable and versatile design, the LeddarEngine can support various LiDAR building blocks and used in a wide range of LiDAR sensor applications.

This has a direct impact on safety: “LiDAR can identify an object with near-perfect accuracy. This should not be compared to a classification, but if there is an object in front of the sensor, LiDAR can detect how far away it is and how big it is. This information can then directly prompt certain actions, such as ‘slow down’ or ‘stop’. Camera images, on the other hand, require far more complex computation. This means that with LiDAR, actions can be triggered in fewer CPU cycles. For camera images, the system must first identify which of the data within an image is actually relevant.

All resolutions are possible

For instance, if more detailed 3D data is required, the resolution must be increased. High resolutions are especially important for autonomous driving, whereas lower resolutions are required for smart toll systems, for example. In this last case, LiDAR first detects the size of the moving vehicle and then activates a camera which records the license plate for the toll charge. Both cases demand a very high level of accuracy, and autonomous driving requires even finer detail. For LeddarTech, this is no problem because our design is highly scalable. If it is necessary to capture and analyze more light pulses, several LeddarEngine SOCs can easily be used in parallel.

Data acquisition takes place in parallel, so if more information is required, this only causes a slight increase in the computation time. We, therefore, have a greater quantity of useful data in almost the same time. In other words, market demand is the only factor which determines the limits. Our patented software provides a unique advantage because it enables us to reconstruct detailed 3D data from the measurement results to determine which objects are present in the environment and where they are located.

LiDAR, cameras, and radar as complementary technologies

Cameras require significantly more computing power. This can be challenging, given that the amount of available computing power is ever-increasing. This could lead some to ask why LiDAR should be integrated into future solutions. Highly efficient CPUs consume a lot of energy. This is why many OEMs choose to combine cameras, radar and LiDAR sensors so that computing power is not required to analyze all of the camera data.

On the other hand, we shouldn’t expect LiDAR to replace cameras altogether, because it has two disadvantages: LiDAR cannot detect colors or interpret the text. Consequently, it is extremely difficult, or even impossible, for LiDAR to identify traffic lights or road signs. Because camera-based sensors can recognize colors and read road signs using image processing techniques, such systems can trigger reactions to the red brake lights of other vehicles or stop signs for instance. A high-resolution LiDAR sensor with shape-recognition software could identify stop signs by their octagonal shape and trigger appropriate action, but in this respect, cameras have a distinct advantage.

When it comes to the utilization of radar in autonomous vehicles, LiDAR and camera both benefit from this antecedent technology: The operation of a camera sensor can be impaired by snow, rain, or fog. Such weather conditions also change the refractive index of the transmission medium and reduce the range of a LiDAR sensor. Resistance to weather conditions is one reason why radar is also incorporated in the design of most automotive sensor suites.

Incorporating the technology mix

Although no one technology fulfills the entire spectrum of market requirements, LeddarTech’s LeddarEngine offers unique advantages which tip the balance in favor of LiDAR-based solutions.

Furthermore, research into the strengths of the various types of sensors has shown that combining sensors is the best way of advancing ADAS and AD solutions in both commercial and consumer applications worldwide.

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June 4th, 2019 Press release COAST Autonomous Optimizes Self Driving Vehicle Safet…

COAST Autonomous Optimizes Self Driving Vehicle Safety with LeddarTech’s Cocoon LiDAR

COAST Autonomous selects LeddarTech’s solid-state LiDAR technology as the most reliable solution to achieve maximum safety levels for its self-driving vehicles designed for campus and urban environments.

QUEBEC CITY, June 4, 2019— LeddarTech®, an industry leader in automotive and mobility LiDAR technology, is pleased to announce that COAST Autonomous has selected LeddarTech for its autonomous shuttles. COAST Autonomous, founded by veterans of the self-driving industry, chose LeddarTech’s technology because of its ability to deliver enhanced safety for COAST Autonomous’ vehicles. The robustness and reliability of LeddarTech’s solid-state technology meet today’s demanding mobility conditions and makes it the technology of choice toward preventing collisions in stop-and-go applications by eliminating dead zones left by other sensing technologies.

COAST Autonomous has developed self-driving vehicles that integrate several detection technologies, including LiDAR, RADAR, and camera. LeddarTech’s LiDAR provides full coverage with no dead zones within the entire perimeter of the vehicle, also referred to as the cocoon. This protects vulnerable road users such as pedestrians who may approach the vehicle in stop-and-go situations. LeddarTech’s cocoon LiDAR provides a unique solution enabling safe, fully autonomous vehicles. “With the intent of providing the safest rides to our passengers, our selection of detection technologies takes into consideration the maturity of the partners we work with and their ability to consistently deliver on their promises,” stated Pierre Lefevre, Chief Technology Officer at COAST Autonomous. “With more than a decade of experience building LiDAR sensors, LeddarTech is the perfect partner for us and has consistently shown it could exceed our expectations.”

“We are honored that our cocoon LiDAR solutions were selected and trusted by COAST Autonomous to be part of its self-driving vehicles,” stated Adrian Pierce, VP of Global Sales & Business Development of LeddarTech. He went on to say, “COAST has an amazing track record with over 60 trials in 7 different countries and impressive history of transporting over 120,000 passengers. The first element of Coast’s charter is safety first, and the deployment of LeddarTech’s cocoon LiDAR supports that charter and the commitment Coast makes to their customers.” Mr. Pierce concluded that “making mobility applications safer is at the core of our DNA. Our technology offers the right balance of performance and cost-effectiveness and is ready for deployment today.”

About COAST Autonomous

COAST Autonomous is a software and technology company focused on delivering AV solutions at appropriate speeds for urban and campus environments. COAST’s mission is to build community by connecting people with mobility solutions that put pedestrians first and give cities back to people. At the center of one of the fastest and most profound disruptions to impact the transportation and logistics industries, COAST has developed the full stack of Autonomous Vehicle (AV) software that includes mapping and localization, robotics and artificial intelligence (AI), fleet management and supervision systems. Partnering with proven manufacturers, COAST can provide a variety of vehicles equipped with its best-in-class software to offer Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) solutions to cities, theme parks, campuses, airports, and other urban environments. Based in Pasadena, California, COAST’s team is recognized for its experience and expertise in all aspects of implementing and operating AV fleets while prioritizing safety and the user experience. To learn how COAST Autonomous can help you power autonomous transportation in your environment, please visit www.coastautonomous.com.

Contact: Aimie Nghiem, Director of Program Development, COAST Autonomous

Tel: +1-626-838-2469 ANghiem@coastautonomous.com

About LeddarTech®

LeddarTech is an industry leader providing the most versatile and scalable automotive LiDAR development platform based on the unique LeddarEngineTM which consists of a suite of automotive-grade, functional safety certified SoCs working in tandem with proprietary LeddarSP signal processing software. The company is responsible for several innovations in cutting-edge mobility remote-sensing applications, with over 70 patented technologies (20 pending) enhancing ADAS and autonomous driving capabilities for automobiles.

LeddarTech also serves the mobility market with solid-state high-performance LiDAR module solutions for autonomous shuttles, trucks, buses, delivery vehicles and robotaxis.

Additional information about LeddarTech is accessible at www.LeddarTech.com, and on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube.

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May 28, 2019 Blog LeddarTech Launches its LiDAR Technology R&D Centre in Toronto

LeddarTech Launches its LiDAR Technology R&D Centre in Toronto
LeddarTech, a Quebec City-based organization that has been expanding globally with the opening of R&D facilities focusing on LiDAR technology for automotive and mobility applications, held its grand opening of the Toronto Automotive Centre of Excellence facility on May 2nd, 2019.

This Centre is an integral part of LeddarTech’s continued global growth strategy and accommodates a team of automotive industry experts actively contributing to LeddarTech’s solid-state LiDAR platform for automotive and mobility applications. The team is dedicated to enabling active safety and autonomous driving solutions that meet ISO 26262 compliance. The core expertise of the group includes, namely, artificial intelligence, machine learning, computer vision, and ADAS systems. The team has significant experience in delivering software system solutions that can be found today in several premium passenger car brands.

“The senior automotive experts in our Toronto facility bring with them valuable experience and know-how in developing automotive-grade solutions that meet the industry’s stringent functional safety requirements,” stated Antonio Polo, LeddarTech’s Vice-President of Engineering. Mr. Polo continued, “This new expertise also supports our long-term technology development roadmap and enhances the organization’s capability to support our customers’ LiDAR solution requirement through the integration of our unique LeddarEngine™ for autonomous driving applications.”

Guests of the Grand Opening were welcomed by LeddarTech’s CEO Charles Boulanger and members of the Toronto Automotive Centre of Excellence:

They also had the opportunity to attend a greeting address from Michael Parsa, MPP for Aurora, Oak Ridges, and Richmond Hill and Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade:

The Automotive Parts Manufacturer’s Association (APMA) was also present amongst the many other dignitaries of the municipal, provincial and federal governments. Warren Ali, Vice-president – Innovation at the APMA, delivered a compelling speech outlining the power of Canada’s burgeoning automotive technology industry, and LeddarTech’s pivotal role in driving forward innovation in the sector.

Guests of the Grand Opening were then invited to view live demonstrations of LeddarTech’s innovative LiDAR technology, and to network and discuss the role of artificial intelligence and machine learning in LiDAR and autonomous vehicles.

Below is a Recap Video of the Grand Opening:

Driving Toward Growth
The expansion into the Greater Toronto Area is another step in LeddarTech’s rapid growth. Over the past nine months, the company has opened several sales and research & development facilities throughout Europe, the US, China, and Canada. Toronto is our largest R&D facility outside of Quebec.

LeddarTech® plans to grow its presence in the Greater Toronto Area and is actively recruiting for additional system engineers to contribute to the development of its solid-state LiDAR platform.

More About the APMA

The APMA is Canada’s national association representing OEM producers of parts, equipment, tools, supplies, advanced technology, and services for the worldwide automotive industry. The APMA represents 90% of parts production with over $35 billion in sales and 96,000 skilled people.

Pierre Olivier, Chief Technology Officer at LeddarTech, will join a panel discussion on Intelligent Mobility at APMA’s connectTEC Conference – The In.tel.li.gent Network. The APMA event aspires to bring together Canada’s Leaders in Auto, ICT, Industry, and Infrastructure to discuss the challenges and identify the opportunities that lie ahead for Canadian manufacturers. Mr. Olivier’s focus will be on communicating the impact of LiDAR Technology for automotive and mobility AD applications.

LeddarTech is a member of the APMA and a proud sponsor of the connectTEC Conference.

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May 8, 2019 Press release May Mobility Selects LeddarTech’s Cocoon LiDAR Solution …

May Mobility Selects LeddarTech’s Cocoon LiDAR Solution for its Autonomous Shuttle

LeddarTech’s solid-state Cocoon LiDAR has proven to be the most reliable technology as May Mobility’s driverless fleet takes to the roads, making autonomous mobility services safer.

QUEBEC CITY, May 8th, 2019 — LeddarTech®, an industry leader in automotive and mobility LiDAR technology is excited to announce that May Mobility, one of the front-runners in the deployment of autonomous shuttles, has selected LeddarTech LiDAR technology to provide enhanced safety in their autonomous shuttle deployments. May Mobility has validated the technology with over 50,000 real-condition test drives before launching in full mass production.

LeddarTech’s solid-state Cocoon LiDAR solution is designed to create a complete 360-degree cocoon and deliver a higher degree of safety related to collision prevention in autonomous shuttle applications. Powered by LeddarTM technology, the selected LiDAR solution provides the optimal balance of performance and cost-effectiveness required for successful commercial deployment of autonomous mobility services. LeddarTech’s mature technology and experienced support team also provide faster integration, development, and time-to-market, at lower cost and risk.

May Mobility integrates several detection technologies into their autonomous shuttles, including LiDAR, RADAR, and camera. This combination of sensors is what enables the shuttles to be fully autonomous. “We rely on the combination of the best detection technology that is currently available on the market to ensure the safest and most reliable autonomous shuttles for the passengers we transport,” stated Steve Vozar, Chief Technology Officer of May Mobility. “Safety is at the heart of May Mobility’s core DNA, and the LeddarTech Cocoon LiDAR solution meets our requirements to ensure that our autonomous vehicles achieve the highest level of safety for our users.”

“It is with great pride we announce our selection by May Mobility as a trusted LiDAR solution supplier and to support their mission of making transportation safer” stated Adrian Pierce, Vice President of Global Sales and Business Development at LeddarTech. Mr. Pierce added, “the implementation of LeddarTech’s LiDAR solutions into May Mobility’s shuttle design demonstrates our leadership in LiDAR technology that LeddarTech has built with over a decade of field-proven expertise.”

The collaboration between LeddarTech and May Mobility brings enhanced security to all passengers of May Mobility’s vehicles, and this collaboration will continue for future autonomous fleet deployments.

About May Mobility

May Mobility builds and operates fleets of driverless cars in structured environments like central business districts, corporate campuses, and dense residential developments. A typical deployment is 10 or more vehicles operating on roughly 4 square miles and has either public or private roads with speed limits of 35 mph or less. May Mobility works directly with municipal and/or commercial entities to provide the service to residents or tenants of the proposed site.

About LeddarTech

LeddarTech is an industry leader providing the most versatile and scalable automotive LiDAR development platform based on the unique LeddarEngineTM which consists of a suite of automotive-grade, functional safety certified SoCs working in tandem with proprietary LeddarSPTM signal processing software. The company is responsible for several innovations in cutting-edge mobility remote-sensing applications, with over 70 patented technologies (22 pending) enhancing ADAS and autonomous driving capabilities for automobiles.

LeddarTech also serves the mobility market with solid-state high-performance LiDAR module solutions for autonomous shuttles, trucks, buses, delivery vehicles and robotaxis.

Additional information about LeddarTech is accessible at www.leddartech.com, and on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube.

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Press release / January 7, 2019 LeddarTech Signs Nagase & Co. Ltd as Its Exclusive Distributor for Japan LeddarTech selects Nagase as distributor of its mobility LiDAR products in Japan. A first collaborative event will take place at CAR-ELE-JAPAN in Tokyo on January 16-18, 2019, where they will showcase LeddarTech’s technology to the automotive industry.

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LeddarTech Signs Nagase & Co. Ltd as Its Exclusive Distributor for Japan
LeddarTech selects Nagase & Co. Ltd. as distributor of its mobility LiDAR products in Japan, effective now. A first collaborative event will take place at CAR-ELE-JAPAN in Tokyo on January 16-18, 2019, where they will showcase LeddarTech’s solid-state LiDAR technology to the automotive industry.

QUEBEC CITY, January 7, 2019 — LeddarTech, an industry leader providing the most versatile and scalable auto and mobility LiDAR platform, today announced that it has selected Nagase & Co. Ltd. as the distributor of its solid-state LiDAR solutions for ADAS and autonomous vehicles in Japan.

“We are honored to represent LeddarTech’s visionary LiDAR technology in Japan,” stated Koichi Kawahito, Division Manager of the Automotive Electronics division at Nagase. He added: “LeddarTech’s LiDAR mobility platform brings to Tier-1 suppliers a differentiated, compelling automotive LiDAR offering that is in line with Nagase’s mission to expand its automotive business to distributing components and systems as well as offering software and design services for advanced driving assistance systems (ADAS), electrical vehicle and human-machine interfaces.”

A memorandum of understanding between the two parties was signed at the beginning of December. Nagase will be responsible for the promotion and sales in Japan of LeddarTech’s LCA2 LeddarEngine and LCA3 LeddarEngine, which are highly integrated solid-state LiDAR cores that are comprised of a LeddarCore system on chip (SoCs) and coupled with the LeddarSP signal processing software. In addition, Nagase will provide high-quality, first-line product support to local customers.

“LeddarTech is truly committed to providing the best technology and support to our worldwide customers. We are proud to be associated with such a reputable distributor as Nagase & Co., Ltd.,” stated Adrian Pierce, Vice-President of Global Sales and Business Development at LeddarTech.

Charles Boulanger, LeddarTech’s CEO, added: “We intend to bring great value to our mobility customers in Japan with our distinctive business model that is based on a comprehensive LiDAR development platform. This platform provides Tier-1 suppliers with the ability to design and mass produce customized automotive-grade, high-performance, and cost-efficient LiDAR solutions for the most demanding automotive use cases.”

Presence at CAR-ELE-JAPAN – January 2019

LeddarTech’s and Nagase’s close collaboration will be showcased at CAR-ELE-JAPAN, from January 16 to 18, 2019 in Tokyo, Japan. Together, at booth number E47-002, they will present and demonstrate 3D Flash solid-state LiDAR solutions based on the LCA2 LeddarEngine.

The CAR-ELE JAPAN show brings together automotive electronics technologies, such as components, materials, software, manufacturing equipment and testing technologies, etc. It attracts automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers and has become a must-attend event for automotive industry professionals.

About Nagase

Nagase & Co., Ltd. is a chemical trading firm, founded in Kyoto, Japan in 1832. The Nagase Group began as a specialized sales agent securing exclusive contracts to sell industry-leading products from around the world in Japan. Over the years, the company has leveraged its technology and information gathering expertise—as well as its global network—to transform its business into a hybrid model offering superior manufacturing, processing and R&D functions as well as trading company services. The Automotive Solutions department has been providing high functional material and parts into the automotive industry for a long time and is now focusing on delivering state-of-the-art technologies into the market to realize a safer and more comfortable mobility society.

More information is accessible at www.nagase.co.jp/english

About LeddarTech

LeddarTech is an industry leader providing the most versatile, scalable auto and mobility LiDAR platform based on the unique LeddarEngine, which consists of a suite of automotive-grade, functional safety certified SoCs working in tandem with LeddarSP signal processing software. The company is responsible for several innovations in cutting-edge mobility remote-sensing applications, its patented technologies enhancing ADAS and autonomous driving capabilities for automobiles, trucks, buses, delivery vehicles, robotaxis, shuttles, and more. Additional information about LeddarTech is accessible at www.leddartech.com, and on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube.

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Press release / January 8, 2019 LeddarTech Joins Baidu’s Apollo Autonomous Driving Open Platform LeddarTech’s LiDAR technology will now be compatible with Apollo 3.5, the latest version of the platform, through the integration of an open source software development kit (SDK) which will facilitate the development for Tier-1 suppliers, OEMs, and other application developers.

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LeddarTech Joins Baidu’s Apollo Autonomous Driving Open Platform
LeddarTech joins Baidu’s Apollo autonomous driving open platform with its LiDAR products through an open source SDK.

QUEBEC CITY, January 8, 2019 — LeddarTech, an industry leader providing the most versatile and scalable auto and mobility LiDAR platform, announced the integration of LeddarTech’s LiDAR products into Apollo, Baidu’s autonomous driving open platform.

LeddarTech’s products will now be compatible with Apollo 3.5, the latest version of the platform, through the integration of an open source software development kit (SDK) which will facilitate the development for Tier-1 suppliers, OEMs, and other application developers who wish to use LeddarTech products within the Apollo open platform.

LeddarTech’s auto and mobility LiDAR platform equip key suppliers with the technology, tools, and resources they need to design their own differentiated LiDAR offering and to meet the specific requirements of various advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving (AD) applications. At the core of the platform is the LeddarEngine, comprised of highly-optimized SoCs and signal processing software that have been designed to meet ISO 26262 ASIL-B standards and that will allow LeddarTech’s customers to deliver automotive-grade LiDAR sensors which comply with functional safety requirements.

“An open platform is a powerful model that fosters win-win, added-value partnerships throughout the automotive supply chain,” said Frantz Saintellemy, LeddarTech’s President and COO. “With our open source SDK for the Apollo platform, the data output format will allow easier comparison and system development,” added Saintellemy. “The wide, global reach of the Apollo partners provides tremendous new opportunities to accelerate the adoption of our LiDAR platform across the industry.”

Apollo serves as an open, reliable and secure software platform for its partners to develop their own autonomous driving systems through on-vehicle and hardware platforms. Apollo accelerates the development, testing, and deployment of autonomous vehicles.

Apollo welcomes LeddarTech as a new partner of its open development platform as all Apollo partners will now benefit from open, standardized access to LeddarTech’s LiDAR technology, greatly facilitating development and integration projects.

Both companies participate in CES 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada, January 8-12. The LeddarTech Pavilion will be located at CP-16 and Baidu-Apollo will be situated at Westgate Pavilion #1814.

About LeddarTech

LeddarTech is an industry leader providing the most versatile, scalable auto and mobility LiDAR platform based on the unique LeddarEngine, which consists of a suite of automotive-grade, functional safety certified SoCs working in tandem with LeddarSP signal processing software. The company is responsible for several innovations in cutting-edge mobility remote-sensing applications, its patented technologies enhancing ADAS and autonomous driving capabilities for automobiles, trucks, buses, delivery vehicles, robotaxis, shuttles, and more. Additional information about LeddarTech is accessible at www.leddartech.com, and on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube.

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