The following is sponsored by Eyeris, a global leader in in-cabin sensing AI and sensor fusion solutions. Eyeris won two AutoTech Awards during AutoTech: Detroit on June 4th, 2024. The following is an overview of why the judges of the AutoTech Awards believe that Eyeris stands out from the competition as the industry moves towards higher levels of automation and software-defined vehicles.
AutoTech Awards 2024 Automotive Tech Company of the Year:
Eyeris AI: Pioneer for InCabin 3D Sensing
AutoTech Awards 2024 Automotive Product of the Year:
Eyeris AI: Breakthrough Monocular 3D Sensing AI for Whole-Cabin Monitoring
Key Features:
Cost Efficiency
InCabin 3D Perception
Efficient Computation
Camera & Processor Agnostic
Key Applications:
Enhanced User Experience
In-Cabin 3D Scene Reconstruction
Depth-Aware Whole-Cabin Monitoring
Seamless Integration with ADAS & Crash Response
Reference Design:
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At AutoTech: Detroit 2024, Eyeris dominated headlines by winning two of the most sought-after awards in the automotive industry: Automotive Tech Company of the Year and Automotive Product of the Year. Both were announced during the AutoTech Awards on June 4th, 2024, in Novi, Michigan, where Modar Alaoui, founder and CEO of Eyeris, accepted the honors on behalf of the company.
“This momentous achievement underscores our genuine and longstanding commitment to innovation and our relentless pursuit of excellence in human-centric, in-cabin sensing AI,” Alaoui said following the ceremony. “It’s a testament to the hard work and commitment of every member of our team, who unequivocally deserves this recognition.”
The AutoTech Awards are a prestigious event that recognizes the exceptional skills, companies, products, and services within the automotive technology industry. In conjunction with the WardsAuto editorial and Wards Intelligence analyst teams, a judging panel utilizes a comprehensive set of criteria to determine the winners. The 2024 ceremony included nine distinguished awards spanning three distinct categories, with Eyeris winning the two aforementioned awards.
2024 marked the 10th consecutive nomination for Eyeris as a finalist at AutoTech: Detroit, making Eyeris the world’s most awarded automotive in-cabin sensing AI company. “Our partners and customers have also made this success possible,” Alaoui said. “Our success is built on strong industry partnerships with leading automakers and tier 1 suppliers.”
This AutoTech Award honors Eyeris’ in-cabin monocular 3D sensing AI for whole-cabin monitoring, which addresses the industry-wide lack of depth-aware interior sensing data. Judges described the technology during AutoTech: Detroit 2024 as a “breakthrough with sensitivity to costs” that allows for “increased safety and rider experience” along with higher levels of automation.
“Eyeris’ Automotive Product of the Year winning AI-powered cabin sensing technology checks all the boxes,” said Dave Zoia, Senior Director of Content at Wards Intelligence. “It has the potential to increase safety, provide a better user experience for vehicle occupants, help advance driving automation, and meet regulatory requirements—all while keeping a lid on costs and limiting the amount of compute power required.”
Here is a closer look at the individual attributes of Eyeris that led to the company winning the Automotive Product of the Year award:
Technological Advancements & Industry Leadership
Eyeris’ first-mover advantage is demonstrated by its innovative monocular 3D sensing, advanced sensor fusion, flexible and efficient processing, and proactive anticipation of future regulations. These technological advancements enable new applications and reinforce Eyeris’ leadership in the industry.
“Eyeris impressed our judges in a number of ways,” Zoia explained. “Its breakthrough 3D sensing technology and AI innovation puts the developer on firm footing in the all-important and still-emerging area of the digital cockpit.”
Monocular 3D Sensing Breakthrough
Eyeris’ monocular 3D sensing technology was acknowledged onstage as an industry game-changer during the 2024 AutoTech awards. By enabling 3D perception from conventional 2D cameras, they offer a cost-effective and efficient solution for whole-cabin monitoring. With this approach, Eyeris eliminates the need for expensive and complex 3D sensors, making advanced in-cabin monitoring accessible to a broader range of vehicles and applications. Eyeris first introduced this breakthrough capability at the 2022 inaugural InCabin conference in Brussels.
“Eyeris’ innovative AI software transforms conventional 2D cameras into 3D perception systems, significantly enhancing the capabilities of driver monitoring systems while maintaining cost-efficiency and reducing complexity,” said Kevin Mak, Principal Analyst for Automotive Market Analysis at TechInsights.
Additionally, Eyeris’ portfolio of in-cabin sensing models is more comprehensive than what the current market offers, encompassing models for understanding the human behavior of vehicle occupants, such as their faces, upper bodies, hands, and objects. This breadth of advanced AI models further strengthens Eyeris’ leadership in the field. Eyeris first introduced its human behavior understanding AI at CES 2018, highlighting its early pioneering position in the industry.
“Its product portfolio is highly versatile and fits both personal- and fleet-vehicle applications,” Zoia added.
Advanced Sensor Fusion Capabilities
Eyeris’ expertise in sensor fusion is a key differentiator. First introduced at CES 2020, this capability integrates data from image sensors, radar, and thermal imagers to ensure a comprehensive and precise understanding of the in-cabin environment, setting its offerings apart in the market. While optional yet critical, this capability accommodates diverse customer needs among automotive manufacturers and tier 1 suppliers.
Flexible & Efficient Processing
Eyeris’ in-cabin 3D sensing software supports flexible AI-enabled processors and chips, offering unique processing capabilities. Specifically, one capability is designed for the latest image sensor processors, as recently announced in partnership with industry leaders OMNIVISION and Indie Semiconductor, who currently provide processing throughput of two TOPS and more while maintaining computational efficiency without additional hardware demands.
Additionally, Eyeris seamlessly integrates with processors from Texas Instruments, Xilinx/AMD, Ambarella, Qualcomm, and STMicroelectronics for added flexibility. Eyeris ensures that both AI processing capabilities target computational efficiency comparable to 2D systems, further enhancing their appeal to the automotive industry. Eyeris’ AI model inference flexibility and efficiency are among the main factors that differentiate it from other solutions on the market.
Pioneering New Depth-Aware Applications
Eyeris’ technology opens up new possibilities for the automotive industry, from improving safety to enhancing the user experience. Specifically, Eyeris’ depth-aware in-cabin 3D sensing solutions enable a wide range of new applications that were previously difficult, if not impossible. As witnessed during the 2024 AutoTech awards, this pioneering approach sets Eyeris apart from other companies and underscores its commitment to pushing the boundaries of technology.
Advanced use cases enabled by Eyeris:
“Congrats to Eyeris for its multi-award win with its monocular 3D sensing AI and its potential to transform pre- and post-crash assessment, revolutionize incident reconstruction, and enhance insurance claims processes,” said Roger Lanctot, CEO and founder of Strategia Now Consulting. “There is a lot more to depth-aware cabin monitoring solutions than meets the eye beyond immediate regulatory requirements.”
Anticipating Future Regulations
Eyeris takes a proactive approach to incoming regulations, designing technology that meets current standards while anticipating upcoming regulatory requirements. This forward-thinking approach ensures all Eyeris solutions remain relevant and compliant, providing partners and customers a significant advantage.
“As the automotive industry moves towards greater automation and connectivity, regulatory requirements are becoming increasingly stringent,” Alaoui said, adding that a readiness for future regulations is a critical aspect of Eyeris’ success. “Our technology is developed with these future needs in mind, ensuring that we are always ahead of the curve and ready to meet new standards as they emerge.”
Eyeris has been at the forefront of automotive in-cabin sensing AI for over a decade, establishing an unmatched track record of innovation and excellence in the industry. “This award marks the culmination of a decade of AutoTech nominations and awards for Eyeris,” Zoia said. “In the industry’s march toward software-driven, autonomous, and connected vehicles, Eyeris looks well positioned to play a key role with its unique cabin-sensing system.”
Here is a closer look at the individual attributes of Eyeris that led to the company winning the Automotive Tech Company of the Year award:
Industry Partnerships & Collaborative Development
Solutions from Eyeris are currently licensed to Ford, Marelli, Toyota, Honda, Panasonic, Bosch, Veoneer, Jaguar Land Rover, Mitsubishi Motors, and BHTC, among others.
Such partnerships during AutoTech: Detroit 2024 were a testament to the industry’s trust and confidence in Eyeris and its technology. With a forward-looking and collaborative approach, every Eyeris solution is tailored to meet the specific needs of its automotive customers. Innovations from Eyeris integrate seamlessly into established systems and provide customized solutions that enhance the safety and comfort of vehicle occupants.
“The company’s focus on improving safety and the customer experience at a lower cost point is spot on with the needs of the industry as it pursues L2+ and beyond autonomy,” Zoia explained. “And its proven ability to work with SoC providers will be an increasingly critical asset as automakers continue the transition to the software-defined vehicle.”
Eyeris places a strong emphasis on listening to its customers, understanding their needs and challenges as they continuously refine and enhance their solutions to deliver superior value. “This customer-centric approach has been instrumental in developing technologies that truly address market needs,” Alaoui said. “We actively seek feedback from our customers to drive innovation efforts and ensure our solutions are always relevant and effective.”
Production Reference Designs
Eyeris offers production reference designs that reduce time to market and minimize integration risks for OEMs and tier 1 suppliers.
During CES 2024, Eyeris, OMNIVISION, and Leopard Imaging announced a production reference design that improves safety and comfort across the entire automobile cabin. The jointly developed reference design integrates Eyeris’ award-winning monocular 3D sensing AI software algorithm into Leopard Imaging’s five-megapixel backside illuminated global shutter camera, which uses OMNIVISION’s OX05B image sensor and OAX4600 image signal processor.
The new production reference design is the first in the automotive industry to address the need for depth-aware in-cabin sensing data.
“We are excited to partner with Eyeris and Leopard Imaging on this combined solution, which integrates a unique set of capabilities developed specifically for monocular 3D in-cabin monitoring systems,” said Paul Wu, Head of Product Management and Marketing for Automotive at OMNIVISION. “Our ISP processing technology and dedicated neural processing unit ensure robust, latency-free image processing, and our OX05B sensor offers the best performance in extremely low light conditions.”
“We’re delighted to work with Eyeris and OMNIVISION on this advanced production reference design for in-cabin monocular 3D sensing AI,” added Cliff Cheng, senior vice president of marketing at Leopard Imaging. “Our camera design and manufacturing experience combined with our advanced imaging solutions are a testament to our commitment to pushing innovation boundaries for the future of automotive in-cabin sensing.”
Eyeris DataBank: Largest in the In-Cabin Industry
Eyeris boasts the world’s largest naturalistic in-cabin dataset for vehicle interior monitoring solutions, which continues to set them apart from other companies in the industry. This extensive dataset is a critical asset that enables Eyeris to train its AI models with unparalleled accuracy and robustness, ensuring reliable performance in real-world conditions.
“The Eyeris 3D perception solution, leveraging an extensive dataset and sophisticated AI training, offers a groundbreaking approach to whole-cabin monitoring, addressing critical safety requirements and setting a new standard in the automotive industry,” Mak said.
Continuing the Innovation Journey
Winning the Automotive Tech Company of the Year and Automotive Tech Product of the Year awards at AutoTech: Detroit 2024 is a monumental achievement for Eyeris. The awards represent the company’s unwavering commitment to innovation, its customer-centric approach, and the hard work and dedication of its entire team. Looking ahead, Eyeris remains focused on pioneering new advancements in the automotive in-cabin industry, including embedding life-saving technologies seamlessly into the fabric of every future vehicle, while also enhancing passenger comfort and overall driving experiences.
“Eyeris is incredibly proud of this recognition and remains committed to pushing the boundaries of technology in the automotive in-cabin industry,” Alaoui said. “We look forward to continuing our journey of excellence and innovation in the years to come.”
To learn more about Eyeris, including its monocular 3D sensing AI solution, visit the company’s official website.
