Arbe Robotics Adopts GF Technology for High-Resolution Imaging Radar to Enable Safety for Autonomous Vehicles

Arbe Robotics’ proprietary chipset leverages GF’s 22FDX® technology to deliver industry’s first real-time 4D imaging radar for Level 4 and Level 5 autonomous driving

April 26, 2018 – GF announced that Arbe Robotics has selected GF’s 22FDX® process for its groundbreaking, patented imaging radar , which will help enable fully autonomous system capabilities and enable a safer autonomous car driving experience.

Arbe Robotics' radar is the world's first radar that can display 1-degree resolution in real time, and has made necessary improvements in sensor and ADAS technology. Arbe is committed to building a sensing system with high resolution and zero false alarms, allowing cars to rely entirely on the data provided by the radar to make decisions. By using GlobalFoundries' 22FDX FD-SOI technology, this new chipset will increase the transmit and receive channels on the chip and can be better integrated with Arbe's dedicated processors.

The rise of autonomous driving is transforming the entire automotive semiconductor market, which is expected to grow to approximately $54 billion by 2023. This growth is driven by demand for new technologies that can enhance the driving experience, such as 360-degree surround view technology, which requires high resolution and long-range capabilities. GF's 22FDX process provides excellent RF performance, low power consumption, low noise, and high digital density to help improve the coverage and resolution of these applications.

As the first company to display ultra-high resolution in a wide field of view, Arbe Robotics’ radar technology can detect pedestrians and obstacles within a range of 300 meters regardless of weather and lighting conditions. The processor creates a complete 3D image of the specific object and its speed, and classifies the target according to its radar signature.

“ Arbe Robotics’ imaging radar is optimized to provide a very high-resolution, real-time 4D image of the environment, ” said Kobi Marenko, CEO of Arbe Robotics. “ Our collaboration with GF is a major step forward in our pursuit of higher performance levels for safe autonomous driving. GF’s 22FDX technology leverages more than a decade of automotive experience to deliver an energy-efficient , on-demand solution for current and future radar technology needs. ”

“ The trend toward autonomous driving is accelerating, creating a need for high-resolution radar. The future will be determined by real-time maps, advanced navigation software, and real-time data from the car’s sensors, ” said Mark Granger, vice president of automotive at GF. “ Therefore, GF is very pleased that Arbe Robotics has selected our 22FDX platform to work together to deliver valuable features to support the rapid development of the autonomous driving industry. ”

GF’s 22FDX platform is part of the AutoPro™ solution , which provides clients with access to a wider range of manufacturing services that support the entire range of AEC-Q100 quality grades, from Grade 2 to Grade 0, to minimize qualification efforts and accelerate time to market.

About Arbe Robotics

Arbe Robotics was founded in 2015 to make autonomous driving safe, affordable, and accessible today. The company’s 4D imaging radar is the first high-resolution radar for ADAS, Level 4, and Level 5 fully autonomous vehicles, allowing them to “see” their surroundings in any weather and lighting conditions; at any orientation, any altitude, any range, and any Doppler effect, regardless of distance.

About GLOBALFOUNDRIES

GLOBALFOUNDRIES is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing unique design, development and manufacturing services to the world's most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GLOBALFOUNDRIES enables the emergence of industry-changing technologies and systems and gives clients the power to shape their markets. GLOBALFOUNDRIES is owned by Mubadala Investment Company of Abu Dhabi .