Pioneering Privacy-First Safety: Introducing the SICHER Project!
As autonomous driving advances, reliable In-Cabin Sensing is crucial. But how do we monitor driver attention and passenger safety without compromising privacy? The answer lies in Radar Technology.
Unlike cameras, radar offers inherent privacy protection, ensuring high acceptance while delivering the precision needed for safety-critical applications. SICHER aims to push the boundaries of current technology by developing a high-resolution radar sensor using next-generation SiGe BiCMOS technology.
Key Innovations:
Next-Gen Hardware: Development of broadband transceivers in SiGe BiCMOS (up to 700 GHz technology) and SiGe HBTs.
Advanced AI: Embedded AI algorithms for object recognition, gesture detection, and vital parameter monitoring (heart rate, breathing) to assess driver alertness.
Real-World Validation: Testing in private vehicles (Use Case 1) and public transport mock-ups (Use Case 2).
Standardization: Standardization: Active contribution to regulatory frameworks and technology standards.
Our Strong Consortium:
A huge thank you to our exceptional partners for their expertise and collaboration:
- Infineon Technologies AG (IFAG): Consortium Coordinator, SiGe BiCMOS development (500 GHz), Radar System Design, AI Algorithms, & Standardization.
- Infineon Dresden (IFD): SiGe BiCMOS Technology Development (500 GHz).
- Valeo Schalter und Sensoren: Vehicle Integration & Testing (Private Vehicle Use Case) & Standardization.
- Gestigon GmbH: AI Algorithm Development & Testing in Public Transport Mock-up.
- IHP GmbH: BiCMOS Platform with SiGe HBTs (700 GHz Technology).
- TU Braunschweig (TUBS): Radar System Design (Chip Design & Transceiver 116-148.5 GHz).
- TU Hamburg (TUHH): AI Algorithm Development for Vital Sensing.
- Indie semiconductor: Benchmarking of 500 and 700GHz fmax SiGe BiCMOS technologies
- Flower Labs: Federated Learning Framework for AI. Together, we are shaping the future of safe, private, and autonomous mobility!
