OVERVIEW
Ainstein’s K-77 long-range, front-facing radar was designed to excel in obstacle detection for driver assist, safety assist, and adaptive cruise control systems. As semi-truck fleet managers look to maximize their fuel budget they’re turning to ADAS (advanced driver assist system). Adaptive cruise control system designers and autonomous vehicle OEM’s may find that vehicle radars such as the K-77 is ideal as it’s a more cost-efficient solution than lidar, and is more reliable than cameras.
Equipped with radar sensors, such as Ainstein’s K-77 front-facing radar, it is possible to provide vehicle detection and pedestrian detection through dust, rain, or snow and be able to provide driver assistance at the necessary parameters. This is especially crucial as an additional safety feature for collision avoidance in autonomous vehicles.
Key Benefits of the K-77 Long-Range Radar for Adaptive Cruise Control:
- Ideal for forward vehicle detection
- More reliable in various weather conditions than LiDAR or Cameras
- Small size and weight
- Precision even through road grime, rain, and snow
Who is the K-77 Ideal for:
- Semi-Truck Fleet Operators
- Adaptive Cruise Control system designers
- Autonomous Vehicle OEM’s
Why Use a Front-Facing Long-Range Radar?
- Provides the first crucial detection when working in conjunction with other sensors
- LiDAR is ineffective in harsh over-the-road environmental conditions
- Cameras can be expensive and can be ineffective when the lens gets dirty
- FCC compliant
- IP69k Ingress Protection Level
How the K-77 Works on Your Semi-Trucks:
The K-77 utilizes advanced 77 GHz RFCMOS technology and hardware signal process acceleration. Using the powerful, highly customizable algorithm and signal-processing computing platform, you’ll ensure that your vehicle stays ahead of the competition without drastically impacting your budget or compromising safety in adverse weather conditions.
- Consult with Ainstein’s team on your use case who will advise on best practices for long-range radar use.
- Set up a test plan for your particular vehicle use in the intended environment using recommended mounting parameters.
- Communicate results to Ainstein’s team who can recommend adjustments with mounting and assist with updating the K-77 firmware.
- Expand testing to a soft launch to reach desired results prior to full-scale deployment.
