Makalu Optics
LiDAR Vision for Autonomous Vehicles
StartupMakalu Optics is a Rehovot-based startup in the Automotive & Mobility Technologies sector, established in 2019. LiDAR Vision for Autonomous Vehicles. Makalu Optics was founded by Sagie Tsdaka, Yaron Addar, Niv Narkiss. Key investors include Terra Venture Partners. The company has 11-50 employees. Core technologies: Sensing, LIDAR.
The company follows a B2B business model. Product stage: R&D.
- StageSeed
- ProductR&D
- ModelB2B
- Employees11-50
- HQRehovot
- DistrictCenter District
- Last RoundUndisclosed
- Terra Venture Partners
Sagie TsdakaCo-founder & CEO
Yaron AddarCo-Founder & VP Software
Niv NarkissCo-founder & COO
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What does Makalu Optics do?
Makalu Optics specializes in developing low-cost, long-range 4D LiDAR systems used in autonomous vehicles, drones, and robots. Their innovative technology captures precise measurements in four dimensions (x, y, z, and velocity) with an eye-safe 1550nm laser. The systems feature a flexible field of view, no moving parts, and robust design, ensuring reliability and long-range detection up to 300 meters for low-reflectivity targets.
Who founded Makalu Optics?
Makalu Optics was founded in 2019 by Sagie Tsdaka (Co-founder & CEO), Yaron Addar (Co-Founder & VP Software), Niv Narkiss (Co-founder & COO).
What sector is Makalu Optics in?
Makalu Optics operates in Automotive & Mobility Technologies, Autonomous & Connected, with core technologies in Sensing, LIDAR. Target customers: Industrial Manufacturing, Discrete Industries, Automotive, Transportation & Logistics, Transportation Infrastructure, Airports.
Where is Makalu Optics located?
Makalu Optics is based in Eli Horovitz St 19, Rehovot, Israel, Center District.