"Carey has spent the last few years quietly building a solid-state sensor that sees the world using the terahertz band of the electromagnetic spectrum, which sits between microwaves and infrared. It essentially combines the best traits of radar sensors - like no moving parts and the ability to pierce rain or fog - with the higher definition afforded by laser-based lidar sensors."
"There was Carey, outside the Westgate hotel, aiming an early version of the Teradar sensor at crowds of people as reps from some of the biggest automakers watched it parse the scene in real time. "They almost didn't believe it until they got to play with it," he said. "I've never raised money without, like, spending a lot of time in a demo of people trying to break it. And that's how it should be, right?""
Teradar developed a solid-state sensor that images using the terahertz band between microwaves and infrared. The sensor blends radar traits — no moving parts and penetration of rain or fog — with lidar-level higher definition. Early demos at CES showcased real-time scene parsing and convinced skeptical automaker observers. The company raised $150 million in Series B funding from investors including Capricorn Investment Group and Lockheed Martin's venture arm. Teradar is working with five major automakers and three Tier 1 suppliers and aims to have sensors ready for a 2028-model vehicle production timeline requiring 2027 readiness.
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