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Automotive ADAS Thermal Camera System

Automotive Tier 1 Supplier

Developed and qualified automotive-grade chalcogenide glass lenses for ADAS thermal cameras, enabling night vision and pedestrian detection at AEC-Q100 quality standards.

The Challenge

Stringent automotive requirements for ADAS systems:

  • AEC-Q100 quality standards for automotive electronic components
  • Wide temperature operation from -40°C to +85°C
  • High vibration resistance for road conditions
  • Mass production readiness with high yield rates
  • Cost optimization for high-volume automotive deployment

Our Solution

Our automotive-grade thermal imaging solution:

  • Chalcogenide glass lenses for cost-effective LWIR performance
  • Athermalized design maintaining focus across temperature range
  • Automotive qualification testing including vibration and thermal shock
  • High-volume manufacturing process optimized for cost and yield
  • PPAP documentation package for automotive supply chain

Results

Successful automotive production deployment:

  • AEC-Q100 qualified and in mass production
  • Deployed in 50,000+ vehicles across multiple platforms
  • 40% cost reduction compared to Germanium alternatives
  • 98% production yield through optimized manufacturing
  • Zero field failures reported to date

Related Engineering Resources

For similar thermal imaging or ADAS review work, compare IR optical components, review Germanium material options, or send requirements through the contact form. Useful inquiry details include wavelength band, aperture, package size, operating temperature, coating target, and quantity.

Products Used

Chalcogenide Glass Lenses, Germanium Windows, Wide Temperature Range Coatings

Applications

ADAS Thermal Imaging

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