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TIER IV, the pioneering force behind the world’s first open-source software for autonomous driving, has been selected for a significant project under the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO). This US$9.5 million (¥1.5 billion) project aims to develop a data integration platform that aggregates data from roadside cameras and LiDAR. This effort is part of a broader initiative to support the digital transformation of industries, with a specific focus on advancing autonomous driving technologies.
Key Highlights
- Project Value: US$9.5 million (¥1.5 billion)
- Objective: Develop a data integration platform for autonomous driving
- Technology: Aggregation of data from roadside cameras and LiDAR
- Goals:
- Improve traffic flow and safety
- Reduce development costs for autonomous vehicles
- Expedite deployment of safe and efficient mobility services
- Support Japan’s goal of deploying Level 4 autonomous driving systems in 50 locations by 2025 and over 100 by 2027
TIER IV is set to establish a framework for data integration to accelerate the development and deployment of autonomous driving. The rapid deployment of mobility services enabled by autonomous driving systems is seen as key to addressing challenges in maintaining regional public transportation amid a declining and aging population. However, these systems still encounter difficulties in scenarios such as navigating intersections with blind spots where onboard sensors might fail to detect the surrounding environment accurately. Integrating roadside infrastructure that monitors traffic conditions and relays information to autonomous vehicles is expected to significantly enhance these systems.
TIER IV‘s platform will 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 anticipated 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 aims 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, they build scalable platforms and deliver comprehensive solutions across software development, vehicle manufacturing, and service operations. As a founding member of the Autoware Foundation, TIER IV‘s commitment to open-source software enables individuals and organizations to thrive in the evolving field of autonomous driving, reshaping the future of intelligent vehicles.
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