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AU Inc.
mmWave Radar Sensor Total Solution for In-Cabin Monitoring and Exterior Radar

Specialization
mmWave Radar Sensor
Automotive Radar
In-Cabin Monitoring
Exterior Radar

Keywords
mmWave Radar
Child Presence Detection
Occupant Position Detection
Intruder Alert

Category
Mobility Tech
Automotive Electronics
Autonomous Driving
Radar Sensor

Technology Introduction
Technology / Item Overview
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AU develops mmWave radar sensor solutions for vehicles, autonomous mobility, robotics, and industrial applications.
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The company provides a full radar solution from signal processing and algorithm design to hardware, firmware, module design, and manufacturing.
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AU’s core products include in-cabin radar, exterior radar, 4D imaging radar, and ultra short-range radar.
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The technology supports vehicle safety, ADAS, autonomous driving, occupant monitoring, and obstacle detection.
Owned Technology / Applied Products
(1) Owned Technology
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mmWave radar signal processing technology.
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Non-contact vital signal measurement technology.
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Human and object detection radar system.
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Ultra-high angular resolution algorithm.
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4D point-cloud radar mapping.
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Radar module design, embedded software, antenna design, and manufacturing technology.
(2) Applied Products
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AUIR-001 High-End In-Cabin Radar
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Detects child presence, occupants, and intruders inside vehicles.
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AUIR-002 Low-End In-Cabin Radar
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Low-cost and low-power radar for in-cabin monitoring.
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AUER-001 3D High-Resolution Exterior Radar
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Supports ADAS, autonomous driving, and surround sensing.
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AUER-101 4D Imaging Premium Radar
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Provides 4D point-cloud mapping for autonomous mobility.
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AUER-201 Ultra Short-Range Radar
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Detects nearby obstacles for doors, tailgates, parking, and robots.
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Development Needs & Value Proposition
(1) Problem Definition / Development Background
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Future vehicles require reliable sensing systems that work under various road, weather, and lighting conditions.
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Camera and LiDAR systems can be affected by rain, snow, fog, darkness, and vibration.
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In-cabin safety regulations and market needs are increasing demand for child presence detection, occupant monitoring, and intruder alert systems.
(2) Value Proposition / Solution
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AU provides radar-based sensing solutions that detect humans, objects, motion, and vital signs without contact.
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Its radar technology improves vehicle safety, supports ADAS, and enables autonomous driving functions.
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AU’s solution can be applied both inside and outside the vehicle.
Competitiveness
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Full-Stack Radar Capability: Covers signal processing, algorithm, hardware, software, module design, and manufacturing.
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In-Cabin Safety: Supports CPD, OPD, IA, SBR, and driver/passenger monitoring.
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Exterior Sensing: Enables long-range detection, 360° surround mapping, and high-resolution object recognition.
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Fast Response: 33 ms cycle time supports faster collision-avoidance response.
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Manufacturing Readiness: Owns production capability through Nextech, with IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and related certifications.

Company Performance & Business Status
Key References
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Founded in 2019.
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More than USD 4.4 million investment secured.
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AU research center: 40 employees.
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Nextech production facility: 30 employees.
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More than 40% of team members hold Ph.D. or M.S. degrees in RF and radar fields.
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Holds 2 PCT patents and 15 domestic patent applications.
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Awarded CES 2023 Innovation Award and K-Startup Presidential Award.
Overseas Experience
(1) PoC Progress
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Conducted supplier evaluation and on-site demonstrations with global automotive companies.
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Cooperated with Continental on CPD, in-cabin monitoring radar, and USRR evaluation.
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Cooperated with Aptiv in 2024 for CPD supplier evaluation and U.S. on-site demo.
(2) Global Expansion
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Target applications include European, U.S., Chinese, and global OEM markets.
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AU aims to expand into autonomous driving, autonomous delivery, robotics, and defense-related radar applications.

