Sage , a manufacturer of sensors used to map landscapes , has raised $ 27 m to develop its technology for autonomous navigation . The funding , provided by Sage Enterprises , will enable the San Francisco lab to speed up development of its 64-channel , OS1 lidar technology . The company says its new product is lighter and more energy - efficient than similar sensors but has the same resolution as the highest - performing lidar technology available .
Ouster, a manufacturer of sensors used to map landscapes, has raised $27m to develop its technology for autonomous cars. The funding, led by Cox Enterprises, will enable the San Francisco company to step up production of its 64-channel, OS1 lidar sensor. The company says its new product is lighter and more energy-efficient than similar sensors but has the same resolution as the highest-performing lidar technology available.