Frequently Asked Questions

Product Information

What is AEye's Apollo lidar sensor?

Apollo is AEye's flagship lidar sensor, recognized for its small form factor and its ability to detect objects at distances of up to one kilometer. It is designed to enhance perception for autonomous mobility and intelligent transportation infrastructure. Learn more.

What is the OPTIS full-stack lidar solution?

OPTIS™ is AEye's full-stack lidar solution that captures a high-resolution 3D image of the world, interprets it, and provides direction to act upon what it sees in real-time. It is designed for advanced driver-assistance, vehicle autonomy, smart infrastructure, security, and logistics applications. More details.

What is software-defined lidar technology?

AEye's software-defined lidar technology allows for customization and scalability, enabling the lidar to adapt to specific customer needs without requiring hardware changes. This makes the technology future-proof and adaptable to evolving requirements. Source.

What are the main applications of AEye's lidar solutions?

AEye's lidar solutions are used in advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), vehicle autonomy, smart infrastructure, security and defense, and logistics. These applications help enhance safety, efficiency, and adaptability across industries. Source.

What is the 4Sight Intelligent Sensing Platform?

The 4Sight Intelligent Sensing Platform is designed to deliver precise measurement imaging for applications such as autonomous vehicles, smart infrastructure, and logistics. It enhances safety, efficiency, and adaptability. Source.

What technical documentation is available for AEye's products?

AEye provides specification sheets, white papers, case studies, and technology insights. For example, the Apollo specification sheet is available here, and a collection of resources can be found on the resources page.

Where can I find AEye's press releases?

All official press releases are available on the AEye press releases page, including recent announcements, financial results, and event participation updates.

What is the purpose of the 'Press Releases' page on AEye's website?

The 'Press Releases' page serves as an archive for official announcements and updates about AEye's activities, achievements, and developments. Access the archive.

How can I contact AEye for sales or investor relations inquiries?

For sales inquiries, you can contact [email protected] or call +1 (925) 400-4366. For investor relations, reach out to [email protected] or [email protected]. Source.

What is AEye's company address?

AEye, Inc. is located at 4670 Willow Road, Suite 125, Pleasanton, CA 94588, USA. Source.

What languages does the AEye website support?

The AEye website supports English and Korean, with language selection available in the site header. Source.

Where can I find case studies about AEye's lidar technology?

Case studies are available on the AEye resources page and include documents such as Lidar Case Studies for ITS Use Cases.

What are the main solutions offered by AEye?

AEye offers the Apollo lidar sensor, the OPTIS full-stack solution, and the 4Sight Intelligent Sensing Platform, each designed for different applications in mobility, infrastructure, and logistics. Source.

How can I request a meeting with AEye at an event?

To request a meeting with AEye at events such as ITS World Congress, you can email [email protected] as indicated in the event press release. Source.

What is AEye's Nasdaq ticker symbol?

AEye is publicly traded on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol LIDR. Source.

What is the focus of AEye's participation at ITS World Congress?

At ITS World Congress 2025, AEye is showcasing its next-generation Apollo lidar sensor and demonstrating how its technology is redefining perception for autonomous mobility and intelligent transportation infrastructure. Source.

What are the main features of AEye's Apollo lidar sensor?

The Apollo lidar sensor features a small form factor, ultra-long-range detection up to one kilometer, high resolution, and adaptability for use in autonomous mobility and intelligent transportation. Source.

What is AEye's mission?

AEye's mission is to provide advanced, adaptive lidar solutions that enhance safety, efficiency, and productivity across industries, saving lives and advancing the future of transportation and mobility. Source.

What is the OPTIS platform designed for?

The OPTIS platform is designed to provide a complete system for capturing, interpreting, and acting on high-resolution 3D images in real-time, supporting advanced driver-assistance, vehicle autonomy, smart infrastructure, security, and logistics. Source.

What is the best way to stay updated on AEye's latest news?

The best way to stay updated is to regularly check the press releases page and subscribe to updates if available.

Features & Capabilities

What are the key performance highlights of AEye's lidar solutions?

Key performance highlights include dynamic scan patterns, ultra-long-range detection (up to one kilometer for Apollo), high resolution, adaptability to challenging environments (rain, darkness, fog), over-the-air updates, and flexible mounting options. Source.

Does AEye support integration with other platforms?

Yes, AEye's Apollo sensor is fully integrated with the NVIDIA DRIVE AGX platform, including NVIDIA AGX DRIVE Thor™, and supports OEM integration options behind the windshield, on the roof, or in the grille. Source.

How does AEye's dynamic scan pattern feature work?

AEye's lidar can adjust scan patterns in real-time to focus on critical areas, enhancing safety and efficiency in applications like autonomous driving and smart infrastructure. Source.

How does AEye's lidar perform in challenging environments?

AEye's lidar systems perform reliably in adverse conditions such as rain, darkness, and fog, ensuring consistent performance and operational reliability. Source.

What makes AEye's lidar technology future-proof?

Over-the-air updates ensure AEye's lidar technology remains relevant and adaptable to evolving needs, reducing the risk of obsolescence. Source.

What mounting options are available for AEye's lidar sensors?

The compact design of AEye's lidar sensors supports various mounting options, such as in-cabin, on the roof, or in the grille, catering to different user requirements. Source.

What tools and resources does AEye provide for implementation?

AEye provides validation testing tools, comprehensive technical support, and user education resources such as documentation, tutorials, and hands-on training sessions to ensure smooth implementation. Source.

How easy is it to integrate AEye's lidar solutions?

AEye's solutions are designed for ease of integration with existing systems, ensuring minimal disruption and a quick start for customers. Source.

Use Cases & Benefits

Who can benefit from AEye's lidar technology?

Industries such as automotive, trucking, smart infrastructure, aviation, defense, rail, and logistics can benefit from AEye's lidar technology. Source.

What problems does AEye's lidar technology solve?

AEye's lidar addresses enhanced safety, customization and scalability, adaptability to challenging environments, future-proofing, operational efficiency, and flexible placement. Source.

Can you share specific case studies or success stories?

Yes, case studies include A Pedestrian in Headlights (pedestrian detection), Flatbed Trailer Across Roadway (obstacle detection), and Obstacle Avoidance (customization and scalability). More are available on the resources page.

What are some use cases relevant to the pain points AEye solves?

Use cases include enhanced safety (A Pedestrian in Headlights), customization and scalability (Obstacle Avoidance), adaptability to challenging environments (False Positive), and future-proof technology (Cargo Protruding from Vehicle).

What feedback have customers provided about ease of use?

Customers benefit from ease of integration, comprehensive technical support, user education, and validation testing tools, making onboarding smooth and efficient. Source.

How long does it take to implement AEye's solutions?

Implementation timelines vary by use case, but AEye's focus on ease of integration, technical support, and validation tools ensures a quick and efficient start. Source.

Competition & Comparison

How does AEye compare to Velodyne?

Velodyne offers traditional lidar systems with fixed scan patterns, while AEye provides dynamic scan patterns, software-defined architecture, and over-the-air updates for greater adaptability and future-proofing. Source.

How does AEye compare to Luminar?

Luminar focuses on long-range, hardware-centric lidar, while AEye offers dynamic scan patterns, adaptability to challenging environments, and flexible mounting options. Source.

How does AEye compare to Innoviz?

Innoviz offers solid-state lidar with limited software-defined customization, while AEye provides customizable, future-proof solutions with over-the-air updates and high performance. Source.

Why choose AEye's solution over alternatives?

AEye offers dynamic scan patterns, software-defined architecture, future-proof design, high performance, and flexible placement, providing scalability, adaptability, and efficiency for various industries. Source.

What are the advantages of AEye's lidar for different user segments?

Engineers benefit from ease of integration, product managers from scalability, safety officers from enhanced safety features, and executives from operational efficiency and ROI. Source.

Customer Proof & Partnerships

Who are some of AEye's customers and partners?

Notable customers and partners include Continental (automotive), Sanmina Corporation (manufacturing), and NVIDIA (AI compute integration). Source.

What industries are represented in AEye's case studies?

Industries include automotive, trucking, smart infrastructure, aviation, defense, rail, and logistics. Source.

What are some recent press releases from AEye?

Recent press releases cover topics such as financial results, event participation, product performance updates, and corporate announcements. See all press releases.

What information is available under the 'AEye Lidar' resource tag?

The 'AEye Lidar' resource tag lists press releases related to corporate activities, such as financial results and event participation. See tagged releases.

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AEye to Showcase its Apollo Lidar Sensor at ITS World Congress

PLEASANTON, Calif. — (BUSINESS WIRE) – August 14, 2025 — AEye, Inc. (Nasdaq: LIDR), a pioneer in high-performance lidar technology and creator of both the Apollo lidar sensor and the OPTIS full-stack lidar solution, today announced its participation in ITS World Congress 2025 in Atlanta, GA from August 25 – 28, 2025.

AEye will be at Booth #841 showcasing its next-generation Apollo lidar sensor and demonstrating how its technology is redefining perception for autonomous mobility and intelligent transportation infrastructure.
To request a meeting with AEye at the conference, please contact [email protected].

About AEye

AEye offers unique software-defined lidar solutions that enable advanced driver-assistance, vehicle autonomy, smart infrastructure, security, and logistics applications that save lives and propel the future of transportation and mobility. AEye’s flagship product, Apollo, has been widely recognized for its small form factor and its ability to detect objects at up to one kilometer. In addition to Apollo as a stand-alone sensor, AEye also offers a full-stack solution through its OPTIS™ platform. OPTIS™ provides a complete system that captures a high-resolution 3D image of the world, interprets it, and provides direction to act upon what it sees in real-time.

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