TOKYO, July 22,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TIER IV, the pioneering force
behind the world's first open-source software for autonomous
driving, is proud to announce its selection for a significant
project under the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development
Organization (NEDO). The project, valued at approximately
US$9.5 million (¥1.5 billion), is
designed to develop a data integration platform aggregating data
from roadside cameras and LiDAR. This initiative is part of a wider
effort to develop infrastructure for the digital transformation of
industries. Through the initiative, TIER IV will establish a
framework for data integration aimed at accelerating the
development and deployment of autonomous driving.
The rapid deployment of mobility services enabled by autonomous
driving systems is seen as key to tackling challenges in
maintaining regional public transportation amid a declining and
aging population. However, autonomous driving systems still
encounter difficulties in certain scenarios, such as navigating
intersections with blind spots where onboard sensors might fail to
accurately detect the surrounding environment. Integrating roadside
infrastructure that monitors traffic conditions and relays
information to autonomous vehicles is set to significantly enhance
these systems.
TIER IV will develop a platform to collect data from roadside
cameras and LiDAR, aiming to improve traffic flow and safety in
environments where autonomous and conventional vehicles share the
road. The initiative is expected to reduce the cost of developing
autonomous vehicles and expedite the deployment of safe and
efficient mobility services. By enabling multiple systems operated
by different companies to connect to the same infrastructure, the
platform will facilitate seamless and efficient operations.
Through this project, TIER IV is set to contribute to the
Japanese government's objective of deploying Level 4 autonomous
driving systems in 50 locations by 2025 and over 100 by 2027. The
initiative underscores the company's ongoing commitment to
accelerating the deployment of autonomous driving and addressing
regional public transportation challenges such as driver
shortages.
About TIER IV
TIER IV stands at the forefront of deep tech innovation,
pioneering Autoware, the world's first open-source software for
autonomous driving, to empower intelligent vehicles worldwide.
Harnessing Autoware, we build scalable platforms and deliver
comprehensive solutions across software development, vehicle
manufacturing, and service operations. As a founding member of the
Autoware Foundation, our commitment to open-source software enables
individuals and organizations to thrive in the evolving field of
autonomous driving, reshaping the future of intelligent
vehicles.
Autoware is a registered trademark of the Autoware
Foundation.
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