Automotive Safety Council Says More Spectrum Needed for Vehicular Radars

The Automotive Safety Council filed in support of proposed FCC rules that would allow vehicular radar operations in the 76-81 GHz band (see 1504080035). “ASC supports the proposal to extend the frequency band available for vehicular radar usage,” the group said. “This will support wider sweep bandwidth needed for certain high resolution radars for short range applications, which is a key enabler for some advanced safety features (such as pedestrian detection / protection).” The comments were filed in docket 15-26. “As with radar technologies operating within the 76-77 GHz band, expanding the operational range to 76-81 GHz will only further increase the availability of safety technologies for vehicles, while also promoting future comfort and convenience systems available through autonomous vehicle driving,” Mercedes-Benz USA said.