World's first 'native' color lidar will let robots and self-driving cars map the world in full color 3D
Ouster has introduced the Rev8, the world's first mass-produced native color lidar sensor that captures both 3D spatial and color data simultaneously. This innovation allows robots and self-driving cars to perceive their environment more effectively, potentially enhancing safety. The Rev8 sensor combines laser and ambient light detection, eliminating the need for separate sensors for depth and color information.
- ▪The Rev8 lidar sensor can understand road signs and interpret brake lights in real-time.
- ▪It uses a dedicated chip to build a 3D map while assigning color information to each point.
- ▪This technology could lead to significant safety improvements in autonomous vehicles.
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Technology Electric Vehicles World's first 'native' color lidar will let robots and self-driving cars map the world in full color 3D Ouster has launched the Rev8 set of lidar sensors that function as both a camera and a 3D mapping sensor at the same time. Its engineers say these are the first devices of their kind in the world. By Fiona Jackson published 19 May 2026 in News When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Rev8 detects both ambient light, like a camera, and the laser light, which tells it how far away objects are.
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