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First mass-produced native color lidar enables full-color 3D mapping for robots and self-driving cars
Source: livescience.com · May 26, 2026
Summary
Ouster's Rev8 lidar captures 3D spatial and color data simultaneously in a single sensor, eliminating the need for separate cameras. This simplifies sensor fusion, reduces cost, and enhances perception for autonomous systems. It is the first mass-produced native color lidar, marking a significant industry milestone.
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