Fundamentals and Application Trends of Sensor Fusion for Autonomous Driving [Web Seminar]

Explaining the characteristics, positioning, and cutting-edge product technology of LiDAR, an essential technology from autonomous driving level 3.

The recent boom in autonomous driving can be said to be supported by the performance of Velodyne's LiDAR. Velodyne developed LiDAR at the request of a team from Stanford University to win an autonomous driving contest organized by the U.S. Department of Defense. After winning the Urban Challenge, the Stanford team moved to Google, where they established the de facto standard for current autonomous driving systems. In Japan, demonstrations of autonomous driving have also begun, with LiDAR playing a significant role. However, since there are no Japanese-made LiDAR systems, the ones being used are from Velodyne. Therefore, I conceived this book project to contribute to the development of LiDAR, which will be a key technology for autonomous driving in Japan. This book has been written by leading researchers and engineers in the field of LiDAR, covering everything from basic principles to applications. While it does not cover everything about LiDAR due to its emphasis on timeliness, it is believed that most of the major topics have been introduced. I hope this book will be of some reference to researchers and engineers involved with LiDAR.

• Technical and Reference Books

A book on optics that allows people outside the field to understand the characteristics required by optical technology and the expansion of the market.

This is a book for those outside the field who want to understand optical design and lens technology without relying on formulas, responding to the voices of those who wish to learn about the overall picture and future prospects, including market and application trends and what is being demanded. It is aimed at individuals who want to consider whether they can apply their company's technology or those who wish to learn about optical design, covering optics and lenses for expanding markets such as automotive and IoT sensor applications. It explains the fundamentals necessary to understand the technology, as well as application and market trends, the technologies used, and their required characteristics. It is recommended not only for those involved in research, technology, and manufacturing but also for those engaged in planning and sales.

• Technical and Reference Books

Condensing millimeter-wave hardware technology into a single volume from a practical perspective.

This book explains the overview of technologies and development trends regarding antennas and high-frequency circuits, which are important component parts. It summarizes the development trends of automotive millimeter-wave radar and millimeter-wave communication as representative applications of millimeter-wave technology, and also introduces millimeter-wave imaging, which is a future sensing technology. Furthermore, to reduce the cost of millimeter-wave systems, high-frequency substrates are used for antennas and high-frequency circuits, as they are crucial technologies that influence the performance and cost of millimeter-wave systems. Examples of high-frequency substrate development are also presented. High-frequency substrates are being developed by various companies, and advancements in performance are being pursued with keywords such as low loss, low cost, multilayering, and stable characteristics, making it a field to watch in the future. Additionally, to maintain stable system performance, it is necessary to avoid interference issues that constantly arise in radio wave systems, and the design of radio wave absorbers specific to the millimeter-wave frequency band is discussed. In the millimeter-wave band, the properties of these materials differ from those at low frequencies, making accurate information on the electrical constants of materials extremely important for the design of antennas and high-frequency circuits. Finally, the book discusses the measurement techniques for the electrical constants of materials, antennas, and radar systems in the millimeter-wave band.

• Technical and Reference Books

We will be holding the second webinar on aluminum foil, which received great acclaim last time. This is an opportunity to deepen your knowledge about aluminum foil, so please join us. 【Webinar Details】 Content: Introduction to the Manufacturing Methods and Functional Aluminum Foils vol.2 Date: February 20 (Friday) Time: 15:00 - 16:00 Participation Fee: Free How to Participate: A Zoom viewing URL will be sent to those who register by the day before. Capacity: 100 people 【Recommended for the Following Individuals】 - Those who have challenges related to metal foils or resin films - Those interested in joint research with foil manufacturers or new business development - Those interested in functional aluminum foils with high smoothness, high corrosion resistance, high strength, and luxurious designs ▼ Register here (Microsoft Forms) https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/UA5g4N2fGU (dummy) ▼ If you have any further questions, please contact us at the email address below. foil-marketing@toyal.co.jp

This is a seminar introducing the new features of the latest version, Ver. 30, of the general-purpose 2D CAD system "EASYDRAW." Customers currently using EASYDRAW can achieve further efficiency and utilize convenient features by taking advantage of the new functionalities, so we encourage you to consider attending this seminar.

In aerospace, automotive, and other fields, rapid advancements in material development and manufacturing technology are being made to achieve further weight reduction aimed at improving fuel efficiency and reducing carbon dioxide emissions. This seminar will provide an easy-to-understand explanation for beginners about the trends in new material development at advanced companies that are energetically working towards ultra-lightweight solutions using lightweight materials such as carbon fiber, aluminum, and ceramics, as well as various additive manufacturing (AM) and manufacturing technologies and product case studies utilizing these materials through complex shape integration, lattice/honeycomb structure fabrication, porous structure fabrication, and topology optimization with 3D printers, which are impossible with conventional processing methods and technologies. The lightweighting of parts that can significantly differentiate from conventional and competitor parts is an urgent and critical issue, and intense technological development competition is unfolding both domestically and internationally. 3D printers, which are seen as the next-generation manufacturing method, offer a completely new perspective on AM technology, enabling the creation of innovative and attractive lightweight parts that are difficult to achieve with existing processing methods and technologies, as well as realizing short-term, low-cost, and high-quality manufacturing. Development cannot be expected to progress along the lines of existing technologies. By merging lightweight materials with 3D printing and utilizing topology optimization, astonishing weight reduction of parts can be achieved. We encourage you to take on this challenge.

At the beginning of this seminar, we will focus on the research and development related to ceramics 3D additive manufacturing that the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology has been working on. We will discuss 3D additive manufacturing, powder preparation for manufacturing, debinding and sintering processes, as well as case studies of ceramics 3D additive manufacturing centered on alumina and reaction-sintered silicon carbide. Next, we will introduce Canon's latest developments in high-performance ceramic materials that significantly reduce "shrinkage" during sintering, which excel in selective laser melting (SLM) for 3D printers. We will also cover the characteristics of parts that can be manufactured using this method, layering technology, target fields, contract manufacturing services, and collaboration with Metal Research Institute, which has started high-precision semi-conductor part manufacturing services using metal 3D printers with these materials. After that, we will have advanced explanations from instructors of Shin-Toh V-Ceramics and As One about the development trends of various ceramics 3D printers from world-leading companies 3DCeram Sinto and Lithoz. We will discuss the latest additive manufacturing technologies that enable the creation of innovative parts, rapid part development, prototyping, and manufacturing, significant reductions in the number of parts, lightweight miniaturization, and reductions in manufacturing processes and workforce through the production of complex shapes, hollow and porous structures, and lattice structures that were previously impossible.

The complex shape manufacturing, integrated manufacturing, lattice/honeycomb structure manufacturing, porous structure manufacturing, hybrid structure manufacturing, direct manufacturing from 3D data, as well as topology optimization and collaboration with generative design, which were difficult with conventional processing methods and technologies, can lead to the creation of innovative aluminum parts that are not found in traditional or other companies. This includes rapid development, prototyping, and manufacturing of parts, dramatic reductions in the number of parts, ultra-lightweight and compact designs, and significant reductions in manufacturing time, costs, processes, and workforce. In this seminar, pioneering users such as J·3D, ODEC, and the pioneers of white copper, who are utilizing metal 3D printers to rapidly develop, prototype, and manufacture complex aluminum parts, will specifically explain the key points and precautions for introduction and utilization, various manufacturing methods and technologies, unique next-generation AM technologies developed in-house, and groundbreaking case studies that significantly differentiate their parts from those of other companies, sharing both success and failure stories. With the remarkable advancements in metal AM technology, the use of metal 3D printers for aluminum parts manufacturing will become commonplace in a few years. The secrets to success will be discussed by instructors with numerous research achievements and extensive manufacturing experience, providing clear and concrete lectures for those considering implementation, beginners with interest, and those who are new to the field.