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onsemi Hyperlux Sensors Now Supported on NVIDIA DRIVE to Improve Vision for Autonomous Vehicles

October 09, 2023

– onsemi’s Hyperlux Image Sensor Family drivers are now compatible with NVIDIA’s DRIVE platform, improving vision and safety in autonomous vehicles.– Hyperlux sensors offer superior image quality, low power consumption, and near instant decision-making, aiding the NVIDIA DRIVE platform in accurate and efficient autonomous vehicle operation.

onsemi recently made known that its Hyperlux Image Sensor Family drivers are now incorporated on the NVIDIA DRIVE platform. This integration enhances autonomous vehicle vision and safety by enabling more accurate decisions and faster responses. The Hyperlux sensors provide first-rate vision capabilities, surpassing human vision in advanced driver assist systems. They eliminate exposure setting changes, reducing blind spots and facilitating near-instant decision-making.

Hyperlux sensors present detailed images and avoid blind spots without altering exposure settings. This high-quality data enables the NVIDIA DRIVE platform to process information and make informed decisions swiftly. Furthermore, the sensors’ industry-leading low power consumption combined with NVIDIA’s efficient architecture offers the lowest power option for autonomous vehicle operation.

Chris Adams, vice president of the Automotive Sensing Division at onsemi, stated, “Uncompromising image quality is imperative for autonomous vehicles… By offering Hyperlux as part of the NVIDIA DRIVE platform automakers get a system that can see problems before drivers do and make better decisions to avoid them…”

The Hyperlux Image Sensors provide 150 dB high dynamic range (HDR), exceeding expectations in detecting a variety of objects even under difficult lighting conditions. These sensors nearly eliminate dropped frames that could contain critical details or moments when other sensors need to change exposure mode for a clear picture.

Glenn Schuster, senior director of sensor ecosystems at NVIDIA, noted, “Building public confidence toward self-driving means being able to offer the assurance that these supercomputers-on-wheels can get you where you need to go, safely…”

To ensure safety, image sensors must be stable and perform under any condition. The Hyperlux family avoids degradation by delivering best-in-class image quality across the entire automotive temperature range, from -40 C to 125 C. The Hyperlux sensors can capture fast-moving objects, car headlights, and flickering lights for higher system safety.

This advancement in sensor technology will augment the capabilities of autonomous vehicles, thereby enhancing the overall safety and efficiency of the electric vehicle industry.