Velodyne Acquires Mapping and Localization Software From Mapper.ai

Velodyne Lidar bought mapping and localization software and intellectual property assets from Mapper.ai., it said Tuesday. Velodyne will use the mapper technology to drive development of Vella software that works with its directional view Velarray lidar sensor, the company said. The solid-state lidar sensor, which can be embedded, fits behind a windshield as a component for advanced driver assistance systems, said the company. Mapper’s leadership and engineering teams will join Velodyne's Vella software development group, said Anand Gopalan, Velodyne chief technology officer.