In a strategic collaboration, the image sensor has been integrated to the R-Car V4x SoC family in an effort to develop the safety of semi-automated vehicles.  

The 2.1µm pixel size image sensor has 150dB high dynamic range (HDR) and LED flicker mitigation (LFM) across the full automotive temperature range. Combined with the R-Car software platform, the partners say that OEMs and Tier 1s can access automotive computing for applications including ADAS and up to Level 3 automated driving.  

Takeshi Fuse, Head of Function Unit and Business Development for the High Performance Computing, Analog and Power Solutions Group at Renesas, says: “Out-of-the-box compatibility of the onsemi Hyperlux image sensors on our R-Car V4x platform and continued collaboration on the next generation offerings are testament to the quality of our products and longstanding relationship.”

The two companies’ products have been deployed together in automotive applications for many years and product generations, says onsemi. Millions of vehicles on the road today are using a combination of R-Car Gen2 or Gen3 with onsemi image sensors in applications such as front camera, surround view and driver monitoring systems.

“The decision to integrate Hyperlux image sensors onto Renesas’ latest platform demonstrates that our sensors are a key technology for safety-critical ADAS and autonomous driving solutions, delivering the uncompromised image quality that customers expect,” comments Chris Adams, vice president, Automotive Sensing Division at onsemi.