Sub-$200 Lidar Could be installed in every car

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"MicroVision, a solid-state sensor technology company located in Redmond, Wash., says it has designed a solid-state automotive lidar sensor intended to reach production pricing below US $200. That’s less than half of typical prices now, and it’s not even the full extent of the company’s ambition. The company says its longer-term goal is $100 per unit. MicroVision’s claim, which, if realized, would place lidar within reach of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) rather than limiting it to high-end autonomous vehicle programs. Lidar’s limited market penetration comes down to one issue: cost. ..."

Low-Cost Solid State Lidar Aims for ADAS Integration - IEEE Spectrum "MicroVision says its sensor could one day break the $100 barrier"

MicroVision hopes to produce a lidar unit costing under US $200—half of typical prices today.