Blickfeld (Accelerator)

Company Description: Blickfeld is disrupting the LiDAR sensor industry by using MEMS-based mirror technology to steer the ranging laser beam instead of relying on mechanical spinners. Our solution is more compact, maintenance free, and provides new capabilities, such as changing scan resolutions on the fly. They work with global automotive OEMs and suppliers to integrate sensors within the vehicle body, providing mid-range sensing data for autonomous navigation. They also offer a stand-alone sensor, the Cube, that can be deployed in a variety of Internet of Things applications, including: • People counting and monitoring – the sensor system is particularly well suited for deployment in large halls or outdoor settings. The companion software (Percept) makes it easy to locate counting “portals” anywhere in the scene. • Mapping: a key early application area is the real-time volume measurement of large stockpiles of minerals and other mining products. • Security: LiDAR sensing works in all lighting conditions and is far less sensitive to false alarms than existing solutions in perimeter monitoring. • Navigation: The Blickfeld’s Cube light weight (270g) makes it a perfect sensor for deployment on drones, performing collision avoidance and mapping tasks. The Cube has been shipping since 2020.