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WATCH: Velodyne Introduces LIDAR Technology that Increases Driverless Car Safety

Velodyne released a new LIDAR product that increases range 2 to 3 times farther than its predecessor. Having a farther LIDAR reach allows driverless cars to react to obstacles at greater speeds. This new technology gives high resolution imaging up to 300 meters away. This paves the way for autonomous vehicles to become more safe…

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Velodyne released a new LIDAR product that increases range 2 to 3 times farther than its predecessor. Having a farther LIDAR reach allows driverless cars to react to obstacles at greater speeds. This new technology gives high resolution imaging up to 300 meters away. This paves the way for autonomous vehicles to become more safe and reach.

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