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2 October 2025
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MaPalDa Consortium Meets in Barcelona to Advance Automotive LiDAR

The MaPALDA Consortium met in Barcelona to review progress on next-generation FMCW LiDAR for automotive applications. Hosted at IDNEO’s headquarters, partners including Ommatidia LiDAR, Dongwon Industries, Hanyang University, ALC Net, Viewnyx, and UPV discussed advances in multi-beam sensing, photonic integration, and on-vehicle validation. Supported by the Korea–Spain Strategic Programme (KSSP) through CDTI and KIAT, the project strengthens international collaboration to accelerate real-world deployment of LiDAR technologies for safer and smarter mobility.
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2 September 2025
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See Nonlinear Dynamics Through a New Lens: Ommatidia at XCON 2025

Ommatidia LiDAR showcased the Q2 Laser RADAR at XCON 2025 in Liège, presenting how multi-beam vibrometry opens new possibilities for nonlinear dynamics research. With 65+ parallel laser beams, real-time Doppler vibrometry, and new features like SpeckleGuard, SpeedSync, and DOLL, the Q2 delivers reliable full-field vibration data to accelerate structural testing and experimental continuation methods.
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6 August 2025
Lightfield LiDAR System for Lunar Landing Assistance
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Ommatidia LiDAR Powers the Future of Lunar Navigation

Ommatidia powers lunar navigation with its compact, high-resolution LiDAR technology, enabling autonomous landings through real-time 3D surface reconstruction. In collaboration with TNO and under the TKI innovation program, Ommatidia’s ANT system was integrated into a lunar lander demonstrator, where it delivered critical point cloud data for precise descent and hazard detection. This achievement not only supports the future of planetary exploration but also strengthens the company’s role as a leader in scalable, photonic LiDAR solutions for both space and industrial applications.
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30 July 2025
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Ommatidia Presents at Laser World of Photonics 2025: Integrated Photonics Powering the Future of LiDAR

At Laser World of Photonics 2025, Ommatidia LiDAR showcased its next-generation Q2 Laser RADAR during a talk by Opto-Electronic Engineer Francis (Yu) Tian. His presentation highlighted how integrated photonics is enabling faster, more compact, and highly scalable LiDAR systems—marking a major step forward in precision sensing and structural metrology.
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23 July 2025
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Field-Ready Innovation at EVACES 2025: Q2 Laser RADAR for Structural Health Monitoring

At EVACES 2025 in Porto, Ommatidia LiDAR showcased the Q2 Laser RADAR, a groundbreaking tool for real-time, non-contact structural health monitoring. During our session on innovative sensor technologies, we presented how Q2 captured sub-millimeter vibrations across 128 channels simultaneously—without scanning or targets. This marks a significant step forward in large-scale, high-resolution SHM for bridges and civil structures.
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23 July 2025
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Launching the Future of Traceable 3D Scanning – Ommatidia LiDAR Joins the ScanClouDT Project

Ommatidia LiDAR is proud to join the European ScanClouDT project, advancing traceable 3D scanning technologies alongside leading metrology institutions. As a key contributor to simulation and digital modeling efforts, we bring the power of our Q2 Laser RADAR—a massively parallel FMCW LiDAR system—to the heart of the initiative. With applications in industrial metrology, process control, and space systems, the Q2 enables real-time, high-resolution, and scalable point cloud generation, perfectly aligned with ScanClouDT’s mission for the future of digital metrology.
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17 July 2025
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Ommatidia LiDAR at WEG: Field-Ready Vibrometry for Industrial Motor and Transformer Diagnostics

In a groundbreaking collaboration with WEG, Ommatidia LiDAR deployed its Q2 Laser RADAR across four operational testbeds—from buzzing transformers to high-frequency electric motors—demonstrating the power of real-time, contactless vibrometry in harsh industrial environments. These case studies reveal how spatially-resolved vibration mapping and full-spectrum analysis are transforming predictive maintenance, NVH diagnostics, and quality control in electric machinery.
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10 July 2025
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Ommatidia LiDAR at MetroAutomotive 2025: Advancing NVH Testing with Massively Parallel Laser RADAR

At MetroAutomotive 2025 in Parma, Ommatidia LiDAR showcased its Q2 Laser RADAR system, delivering live demos focused on non-contact NVH testing, 3D surface metrology, and automated in-line inspection. The event highlighted how massively parallel laser RADAR is setting a new standard for speed, precision, and integration in automotive manufacturing.
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10 July 2025
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Ommatidia LiDAR at AIVELA 2025: Redefining Structural Diagnostics with Massively Parallel Vibrometry

At the 16th AIVELA Conference in Ancona, Ommatidia LiDAR showcased its Q2 Laser RADAR with live demos and a technical talk on high-speed 3D vibrometry. The event highlighted Q2’s ability to perform massively parallel, non-contact vibration analysis with zero setup hassle—making it a powerful tool for aerospace, automotive, and structural health monitoring applications.
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3 June 2025
Gregory showing the Q2 hardware
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Ommatidia LiDAR Presents PIC-Based FMCW at ESA Workshop

Ommatidia LiDAR participated in the FMCW LiDAR ESA Workshop to present its latest advances in photonic integrated LiDAR. From introducing the Q2 Laser RADAR for aerospace applications to highlighting collaborations with ESA, TNO, and the SPATIAL project, the event showcased our role in shaping the future of space-ready sensing technology.
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23 May 2025
First page of Gregory's preesentation in DCMC for using Q2 Laser RADAR for MRO
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Ommatidia at DCMC: MRO with Q2 Laser RADAR

On May 21st, Ommatidia LiDAR presented its cutting-edge Q2 Laser RADAR at the DCMC 2025 event in Hoogerheide, showcasing how non-contact, high-precision 3D metrology could revolutionize aircraft maintenance. With 128 parallel laser beams and sub-mm accuracy, Q2 offers a new path toward faster, safer, and more automated MRO workflows. Discover how we're shaping the next generation of aerospace inspection.
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24 March 2025
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Korean Delegation Visits Ommatidia LIDAR to Boost Spain-Korea Collaboration

At Ommatidia LiDAR, we were honored to host a high-level Korean delegation led by Mr. Seungchul Oh, Vice Minister of MOTIE, and Ms. Min Byung Ju, President of KIAT. Their visit marked a significant milestone in Spain-Korea bilateral collaboration, as part of a KIAT initiative supported by CDTI_innovacion. Together with our partners IDNEO and DongWon Industries, we showcased our cutting-edge LiDAR technology and ongoing joint projects. This collaboration, which includes UPV, Hanyang University, ALC, and Viewnyx, reflects a strong commitment to driving industrial innovation across borders. We look forward to deepening this partnership and advancing shared technological goals.
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