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The first multi-application sensor worldwide in our test vehicles

ALASCA XT - The most recent product launched by Ibeo is the first multi-application sensor worldwide. Ibeo Automobile Sensor has accomplished a technological breakthrough in the field of laser scanners. It was achieved by combining three pioneering developments in a brand-new optical measuring concept. In combination, these developments provides an extended range up to 200 m, intelligent resolution AND an all-weather capability. Coupled with the customarily large field of vision around the front of the vehicle, of up to 150°, they give rise to no fewer than seven resilient applications in one space and cost-saving unit.


  • Pedestrian Protection: A child runs onto the road from behind a parked car - a situation that calls for vehicles to offer protection. The Alasca XT detects all persons in the range 0.3 to 30 meters in front of the vehicle. It analyzes the object outline, speed and leg movement, and reliably distinguishes people from other objects. If a collision cannot be avoided, the Ibeo sensor issues an advance warning of 300 ms to activate safety systems (e.g. airbags in the bumper) and thus protect the pedestrian, and even save his life, BEFORE initial contact is made.
  • ACC Stop&Go: Those who drive a lot will much appreciate the ACC of the ALASCA XT, which offers a speed range from 0 to 200 km/h and full automatic go functionality. The vehicle moves forward without any action on the part of the driver, adjusts its speed and, if necessary, brakes to a halt. Its large area of view enables the scanner timely to detect vehicles cutting in and quickly to evaluate their lateral speed. The Ibeo scanner thus ensures a very comfortable ride.
  • AEB (Automatic Emergency Braking): The AEB application developed by Ibeo seeks to save lives without wresting control from the driver. The built-in ALASCA XT reliably detects all stationary and moving obstacles in front of the car and recognizes their outline. But the AEB system is not activated until the driver is no longer able to avoid a collision, whereupon it brings the vehicle to a standstill by applying maximum braking pressure. It substantially reduces the impact velocity and thus significantly mitigates the consequences of an accident for all those involved.
  • Traffic Jam Assistant: A remedy for commuters – banish the annoyance of constant stops and starts on the way home from work with the Traffic Jam Assistant of the ALASCA XT. The driver only has to steer the vehicle. This function has been perfected for the typical traffic jam speed range of 0 - 30 km/h. The associated moderate acceleration and elevated deceleration (frequent braking), combined with the dependable detection of pedestrians, make this application particularly safe and very convenient.