ToF 3D image sensors for automotive and industrial

REAL3™ 3D image sensors based on Infineon's Time-of-Flight (ToF) technology – adding comfort and safety to automotive and industrial applications

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Overview

Infineon's REAL3™ 3D imager solutions are based on highly integrated Time-of-Flight (ToF) technology and are part of Infineon’s industry-leading XENSIV™ sensor portfolio. Tailored to automotive markets, the REAL3™ ToF 3D sensors, provided in an industry-standard package, enable a wide range of automotive use cases both within and beyond the vehicle. Furthermore, these products are a perfect fit for many industrial automation and robotics applications.

Key Features

  • VGA resolution at small size
  • Accurate and robust depth sensing
  • Robust in all light conditions
  • Plastic BGA package
  • ISO 26262 ASIL-B compliant variant

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Automotive REAL3™ imager based on 3D time-of-flight (ToF) technology

As cars evolve to support a greater degree of automated driving and more intuitive ways for the occupants to interact with the vehicle (HMI), designers are increasingly focusing on freedom, flexibility, comfort, and most importantly safety. 

In-cabin sensing cameras based on REAL3™ 3D imagers capture and process the data needed to ensure a high standard of passive safety through use cases like driver monitoring, occupant detection, and smart airbag systems, offering an imager developed according to ISO 26262 ASIL-B standards. The 3D depth data also supports the best anti-spoofing capabilities for secure face authentication in order to enable in-car payment or access to private data and cloud services, or even to open the car by face ID. 

ToF 3D-based cameras also support exterior sensing functions, such as secure navigation and collision avoidance for autonomous parking. In this context, high-resolution ToF cameras use 3D sensing to scan the area around the vehicle down to the ground, allowing them to detect curbs, walls, or other obstacles – regardless of lighting conditions.

The same use cases can also be applied in industrial settings, such as mobile robots, autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs), fork lifters, and more.

REAL3™ image sensors with highly-optimized VCSEL laser driver

The winning combo: High-resolution REAL3™ ToF 3D  imager and efficient VCSEL (Vertical Cavity Surface Emitting Laser) drivers to foster the world's smallest 3D camera modules.
The REAL3™ VCSEL driver ICs have been designed specifically with the Infineon REAL3™ imager portfolio in mind. Together, they enable high-performance 3D camera systems, facilitating ease of integration, a reduced BOM for optimized cost and form factor, and power efficiency gains while providing a fully integrated eye safety solution. Highlights include support for single-, dual-, and triple-junction VCSELs, fast switching behavior up to 250 MHz, and ultra-small packages.

Discover complementary VCSEL driver ICs
Automotive-certified ToF 3D solutions for accurate in-cabin sensing

With the advancement of automated driving capabilities, drivers are increasingly being relieved of regular driving tasks and almost become “passengers”. Cars turn into “living spaces” with new interior concepts for entertainment, work, and relaxation. 3D cameras based on REAL3™ ToF technology effectively support the growing demand for car comfort and convenience while delivering advanced levels of passive safety. In addition, a BOM reduction for other electronic systems such as seat and seat belt sensors can be achieved.

  • Comfort features enabled by REAL3™ include gesture control, secure 3D face authentication, intentional in-cabin lighting, automatic setting of preferences, optimized mirror/seat positions, dual display with customized content, and optimized audio. 
  • REAL3™ also enables enhanced occupant safety features like driver monitoring with head position, eye-closure detection, and driver distraction detection. It also enables occupant detection and classification, child presence detection, smart airbag adaptation, head position to airbag detection, rear-facing baby seat detection, object detection on seat/passenger, and fastened seat belt detection.
Robust ToF 3D solutions for car-exterior applications

To ensure safe and reliable operation, autonomous and highly automated vehicles rely on a robust sensor cocoon around them. The sensor cocoon combines technologies such as radar and lidar. They enable the vehicle to sense its environment at short and long-range distances. 

Depending on the automated driving level (SAE level 1-5) and sensors’ placement, it may be also necessary to cover close-range blind spots near the ground. This calls for major resolution and performance that of ultrasonic sensors used today.

REAL3™ ToF 3D  sensors leveraging flash lidar technology enable small-size and high-resolution solutions at optimized costs. They accurately sense the car's environment in 3D (horizontal and vertical) over a range of up to 10 m. The ToF sensor’s performance is unaffected by ambient light so that the car easily recognizes street signs. 

ToF 3D-based REAL3™ cameras support a wide range of automotive exterior use cases, including:

  • Autonomous parking and driving
    • Obstacle avoidance
    • Blind spot coverage
    • Situational awareness during vehicle startup
    • Secondary sensor data stream to support autonomous driving modes
  • Automated doors
  • Keyless car access based on secure 3D face authentication

Webinars about automotive ToF 3D sensing

In this section, you will find informative and engaging webinars about ToF sensors in automotive and industrial applications.

From the fundamental of ToF sensors to their practical implementation in real-world interior and exterior vehicle applications, our online resources cover a wide range of topics to help you stay up to date with the latest advancements in this rapidly evolving field.

Check out our curated online content and stay ahead in the world of ToF automotive sensors:

REAL3™ ToF applications for a smart car
News about ToF 3D for next-generation smart and autonomous driving

Innovative car cockpits, seamless connectivity with new services, and improved passive safety: REAL3™ Time-of-Flight 3D sensors, developed in partnership with pmdtechnologies , play a key role in vehicle cabin monitoring systems. Learn more in our market updates about how we are continuously improving ToF 3D solutions for automotive applications.

New automotive-grade laser driver IC
World's first ISO 26262-compliant ToF 3D sensor

Automotive REAL3™ imager based on 3D time-of-flight (ToF) technology

As cars evolve to support a greater degree of automated driving and more intuitive ways for the occupants to interact with the vehicle (HMI), designers are increasingly focusing on freedom, flexibility, comfort, and most importantly safety. 

In-cabin sensing cameras based on REAL3™ 3D imagers capture and process the data needed to ensure a high standard of passive safety through use cases like driver monitoring, occupant detection, and smart airbag systems, offering an imager developed according to ISO 26262 ASIL-B standards. The 3D depth data also supports the best anti-spoofing capabilities for secure face authentication in order to enable in-car payment or access to private data and cloud services, or even to open the car by face ID. 

ToF 3D-based cameras also support exterior sensing functions, such as secure navigation and collision avoidance for autonomous parking. In this context, high-resolution ToF cameras use 3D sensing to scan the area around the vehicle down to the ground, allowing them to detect curbs, walls, or other obstacles – regardless of lighting conditions.

The same use cases can also be applied in industrial settings, such as mobile robots, autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs), fork lifters, and more.

REAL3™ image sensors with highly-optimized VCSEL laser driver

The winning combo: High-resolution REAL3™ ToF 3D  imager and efficient VCSEL (Vertical Cavity Surface Emitting Laser) drivers to foster the world's smallest 3D camera modules.
The REAL3™ VCSEL driver ICs have been designed specifically with the Infineon REAL3™ imager portfolio in mind. Together, they enable high-performance 3D camera systems, facilitating ease of integration, a reduced BOM for optimized cost and form factor, and power efficiency gains while providing a fully integrated eye safety solution. Highlights include support for single-, dual-, and triple-junction VCSELs, fast switching behavior up to 250 MHz, and ultra-small packages.

Discover complementary VCSEL driver ICs

Automotive-certified ToF 3D solutions for accurate in-cabin sensing

With the advancement of automated driving capabilities, drivers are increasingly being relieved of regular driving tasks and almost become “passengers”. Cars turn into “living spaces” with new interior concepts for entertainment, work, and relaxation. 3D cameras based on REAL3™ ToF technology effectively support the growing demand for car comfort and convenience while delivering advanced levels of passive safety. In addition, a BOM reduction for other electronic systems such as seat and seat belt sensors can be achieved.

  • Comfort features enabled by REAL3™ include gesture control, secure 3D face authentication, intentional in-cabin lighting, automatic setting of preferences, optimized mirror/seat positions, dual display with customized content, and optimized audio. 
  • REAL3™ also enables enhanced occupant safety features like driver monitoring with head position, eye-closure detection, and driver distraction detection. It also enables occupant detection and classification, child presence detection, smart airbag adaptation, head position to airbag detection, rear-facing baby seat detection, object detection on seat/passenger, and fastened seat belt detection.

Robust ToF 3D solutions for car-exterior applications

To ensure safe and reliable operation, autonomous and highly automated vehicles rely on a robust sensor cocoon around them. The sensor cocoon combines technologies such as radar and lidar. They enable the vehicle to sense its environment at short and long-range distances. 

Depending on the automated driving level (SAE level 1-5) and sensors’ placement, it may be also necessary to cover close-range blind spots near the ground. This calls for major resolution and performance that of ultrasonic sensors used today.

REAL3™ ToF 3D  sensors leveraging flash lidar technology enable small-size and high-resolution solutions at optimized costs. They accurately sense the car's environment in 3D (horizontal and vertical) over a range of up to 10 m. The ToF sensor’s performance is unaffected by ambient light so that the car easily recognizes street signs. 

ToF 3D-based REAL3™ cameras support a wide range of automotive exterior use cases, including:

  • Autonomous parking and driving
    • Obstacle avoidance
    • Blind spot coverage
    • Situational awareness during vehicle startup
    • Secondary sensor data stream to support autonomous driving modes
  • Automated doors
  • Keyless car access based on secure 3D face authentication

Webinars about automotive ToF 3D sensing

In this section, you will find informative and engaging webinars about ToF sensors in automotive and industrial applications.

From the fundamental of ToF sensors to their practical implementation in real-world interior and exterior vehicle applications, our online resources cover a wide range of topics to help you stay up to date with the latest advancements in this rapidly evolving field.

Check out our curated online content and stay ahead in the world of ToF automotive sensors:

REAL3™ ToF applications for a smart car

News about ToF 3D for next-generation smart and autonomous driving

Innovative car cockpits, seamless connectivity with new services, and improved passive safety: REAL3™ Time-of-Flight 3D sensors, developed in partnership with pmdtechnologies , play a key role in vehicle cabin monitoring systems. Learn more in our market updates about how we are continuously improving ToF 3D solutions for automotive applications.

New automotive-grade laser driver IC
World's first ISO 26262-compliant ToF 3D sensor

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