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Zendar is developing the world's most advanced automotive radar system, which combines the advantages of radar technology with the high resolution of lidar. Unlike traditional radars, which have limited computing and memory capabilities and therefore lack resolution and density, Zendar's radar sensors take full advantage of their capabilities through centralized, high-performance processing. The software can be integrated into existing ADAS compute units, resulting in cost savings and reduced sensor replacement costs. The goal of Zendar is to make autonomous driving safe and accessible to everyone. Current automotive radars are not suitable for Advanced Driver Assist Systems (ADAS) as they require high-resolution and robust sensing capabilities in all conditions. Zendar solves this problem by using simple and affordable radar front-ends distributed throughout the vehicle, combined with AI and advanced signal processing. This technology improves object detection, provides 10 times better resolution, 2D velocity estimation, and complete 360° coverage, all without increasing costs. Zendar offers a diverse and dedicated team focused on the mission of making autonomy safe and accessible. The company fosters a supportive work culture that encourages professional growth and rewards its employees. In addition to competitive compensation and equity, Zendar provides various benefits such as daily catered lunch, medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts.

www.zendar.io Berkeley, United States 11-50 employees
Total raised
$12.0M
Latest round: +50% of prior total
Rounds
3
Latest
Series Unknown
Nov 2023

Zendar is developing the world's most advanced automotive radar system, which combines the advantages of radar technology with the high resolution of lidar. Unlike traditional radars, which have limited computing and memory capabilities and therefore lack resolution and density, Zendar's radar sensors take full advantage of their capabilities through centralized, high-performance processing. The software can be integrated into existing ADAS compute units, resulting in cost savings and reduced sensor replacement costs. The goal of Zendar is to make autonomous driving safe and accessible to everyone. Current automotive radars are not suitable for Advanced Driver Assist Systems (ADAS) as they require high-resolution and robust sensing capabilities in all conditions. Zendar solves this problem by using simple and affordable radar front-ends distributed throughout the vehicle, combined with AI and advanced signal processing. This technology improves object detection, provides 10 times better resolution, 2D velocity estimation, and complete 360° coverage, all without increasing costs. Zendar offers a diverse and dedicated team focused on the mission of making autonomy safe and accessible. The company fosters a supportive work culture that encourages professional growth and rewards its employees. In addition to competitive compensation and equity, Zendar provides various benefits such as daily catered lunch, medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts.

Zendar has raised $12.0M across 3 rounds. Its most recent round was a Series Unknown in Nov 2023. Full funding history, investors, and team are detailed below.

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