Spatial Perception Applications
Vision Based Mapping
Video Courtesy of The Ocean Cleanup
EdgeFirst Studio powers innovative solutions like The Ocean Cleanup’s Automated Debris Imaging System (ADIS), leveraging AI enabled Maivin Vision Sensors to map plastic debris across the vast expanse of the worlds oceans.
By deploying the Maivin Vision Sensor on merchant vessels worldwide, The Ocean Cleanup is able to automate data collection and scale mapping to a global level, enabling development of more precise behavioural models to help predict hotspots and efficient recovery of debris.
Together, EdgeFirst and The Ocean Cleanup drive impactful change, accelerating the mission to rid our oceans of plastic.​​
Obstacle Detection and Collision Avoidance
EdgeFirst Studio was used to help accelerate the technical feasibility study, prototype development, and analysis for the Canadian Space Agency focused on Visual AI for space robotics obstacle detection. This project aimed to improve the autonomy of future space robotic systems through the use of a vision system based on Artificial Intelligence (AI) techniques.
By leveraging EdgeFirst Studio, Au-Zone was able to rapidly customize Spatial Perception and AI based approaches to explore practical solutions for this challenging application. The platform’s rapid prototyping capabilities enabled Au-Zone to meet strict project budgets and timelines while delivering a detailed exploration of scalable, real-time obstacle detection and collision avoidance techniques intended for constrained space hardware platforms.
EdgeFirst Studio’s versatility and robust programmable interfaces were instrumental in validating technical feasibility and advancing innovative solutions for autonomous systems. By harnessing this powerful tool, Au-Zone is pushing the boundaries of AI-driven technologies, contributing to safer and more automated space exploration.
Image courtesy of: Canadian Space Agency
Pedestrian Safety and Equipment Automation
EdgeFirst Studio accelerates innovation for leading OEMs and aftermarket system suppliers by enabling advanced AI-driven perception and spatial awareness tailored to these industries. Its flexible architecture, combined with Maivin Sensor Modules and Raivin radar-vision fusion technology, simplifies the development and deployment of intelligent systems for heavy equipment.
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In construction, EdgeFirst enhances safety and efficiency for equipment like excavators and bulldozers through real-time hazard detection and obstacle avoidance, optimizing performance across diverse job sites.
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In agriculture, the platform supports precision farming by enabling large machinery to safely navigate dynamic environments with tailored obstacle detection and avoidance.
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For forklifts and material handling equipment, EdgeFirst delivers safe navigation, object detection, and collision avoidance in crowded, fast-paced settings, minimizing downtime and improving workflows.
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By streamlining AI system development, EdgeFirst shortens time-to-market, driving faster adoption of innovative technologies that enhance safety, efficiency, and profitability in heavy equipment markets.
Visual Intelligence for Fleet Vehicles
EdgeFirst Studio empowers device OEMs to accelerate the development of AI-powered video telematics systems, enabling real-time hazard detection, driver behavior monitoring, and predictive analytics in fleet management applications. By accelerating vision pipelines and optimizing AI models in the perception stack for efficient deployment on embedded Applications Processors and AI Accelerators, EdgeFirst ensures low-latency, high-accuracy and overall performance on compact, edge-based devices.
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The EdgeFirst platform simplifies integration of advanced visual intelligence, streamlining data processing pipelines for seamless, real-time insights. Applications include improved safety, enhanced driver training, and optimized logistics operations, helping fleets reduce costs and boost efficiency.
EdgeFirst empowers fleet management system providers to stay ahead in a competitive markets by enabling scalable, high-performance systems that deliver actionable insights, enhance operational safety, and drive smarter fleet operations.
Plant morphology based weed detection and control.
EdgeFirst Studio enables advanced terrain mapping and spatial understanding for precision agriculture robotics, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), and unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs), allowing these systems to navigate dynamic and uncertain environments with exceptional accuracy. Leveraging Maivin and Raivin Sensor Modules and Fusion Perception Engine to process real-time 3D and 4D spatial data to optimize critical agricultural tasks such as weed mapping + management, selective spraying, row guidance and biomass estimation.
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In addition to improving productivity and resource efficiency in farming, EdgeFirst provides AMRs and UGVs with the spatial awareness information needed to perform path planning and navigation in complex, unmapped landscapes.
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By integrating advanced AI and sensor fusion technologies, EdgeFirst Studio accelerates the development of next-generation robotic solutions for agriculture and beyond, driving innovation that transforms farming, logistics, and other industries reliant on autonomous operations.