Enhancing Vehicle Safety with Next-Gen Sensor Integration with indie Semiconductor
Release Date: 01/22/2024
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info_outlineIn this episode of The Electropages podcast Chet Babla, Senior Vice President of Strategic Marketing at indie Semiconductor, offers valuable insights for engineers and automotive industry professionals.
Chet discloses the latest advancements in automotive sensor technology, including the integration of radars, cameras, ultrasonics, and LiDAR systems in vehicles, as well as the critical role these technologies play in enhancing vehicle safety and the challenges presented by the shift toward electric vehicles (EVs). This episode provides a comprehensive overview of the evolving electronic architectures in modern vehicles, making it a must-watch for those interested in automotive electronics and EV technology.
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