Hesai Tech Supplies Lidar For Cratus Robots

Hesai Technology and Cratus have teamed up to create autonomous warehouse solutions. Hesai's 3D lidar, the QT128, will be used in this development. Hesai has been praised for its safety rating. Cratus is a software integrator for lidar systems. The two companies have formed a strategic alliance.

Cratus picked QT128 for lidar perception package in AGVs and AMRs.

AGV and AMR technology has been in use for several years now in factories and storage facilities to complete various tasks that involve the movement of objects.

Currently, most systems use 2D laser scanners. These scanners give little perception data. Hesai's QT model has 128 laser channels. This model allows for new features in AGVs and autonomous forklifts.

Traditional devices have a horizontal FOV of just 270 degrees or less. This can create blindspots for AGVs. But, with QT128, there's a 360 degree FOV. So, there are no blind spots. This eliminates potential safety risks.

QT128 is now certified by the ISO 26262 ASIL B – Performance Level D Functional Safety Standard by TÜV Rheinland. With this certification, the Lidar system can detect risks in electronic systems and alert the autonomous driving system, preventing any accidents and ensuring safe and efficient operation of AGVs.

QT128 has 128 laser channels, which is more than 2D lidar's one laser channel. This gives extra safety redundancy and better 3D perception data. Compared to a 2D lidar-equipped AGV, when one laser fails or strong light sources are present, the visibility of QT128 wouldn't be affected.

QT128 has 128 laser channels that help it work well even in challenging situations. Due to this feature, it can be used in many different AGV applications such as moving things between warehouses or working outside.

Cratus CEO Zeki Gunay announces a revolution in warehouse operations. The trend is toward automation and efficiency. With the QT128's safety rating certification, Cratus can now offer new software products. This means better safety and capabilities for material handling facilities.

Bob in den Bosch from Hesai said they're keen to help Cratus create AGV and AMR apps that are safe. They're thrilled that Cratus likes the QT so much.

Cratus is the best when it comes to providing accurate data to perception stack. They also have a performance level D safety rating. No other lidar sensor can match them. This makes Cratus a great partner and leader in the industry.

Cratus and Hesai will team up to launch drivers, middleware, and end solutions using the QT128 lidar sensor. This will speed up 3D lidar use for material handling and open up new robotic opportunities for warehouses.

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