The Stanford Photonics Research Center

Automotive Photonics

The Automotive Photonics Working Group specializes in exploring applications of photonics technology in the automobile industry, specifically the next generation of imaging, ranging/sensing devices, instrument displays, as well as high power laser systems for manufacturing. These technologies are intended to provide enhanced driver vision systems (night vision, vision in hazardous conditions, etc.), enhanced vehicle cockpit display systems, collision avoidance, lane departure warnings, parking assist systems, and advanced photonics technology for autonomous vehicle navigation.