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This Halloween, we're continuing our myth-busting work in the world of #AVs. Let’s illuminate some spooky myths haunting automated operations. We may be a bit biased in speaking to the WaveSense system, but go with us here! All treats, no tricks: Myth #1: "Autonomous Vehicles are Useless in Bad Weather." 🌧️ Busted! While many sensors like LiDAR and computer vision can struggle in rain, fog, or snow, GPR’s WaveSense technology uses ground penetrating radar to map and navigate based on the road's subsurface. No more weather woes—vehicles stay on course, rain, sleet, or snow. Myth #2: "Automation Only Works on Smooth City Roads." 🏙️ Busted! Our sensor can adapt to all terrains—be it rocky mining sites, bustling seaports, or remote defense locations. Our subsurface mapping allows autonomous vehicles to operate confidently anywhere humans can drive, on or off-road. Operations won't be spooked by a bit of rough ground. Myth #3: "Self-Driving Vehicles Make Human Jobs Disappear." 💼👻 Busted! Automated vehicles enhance human capabilities rather than replace them. They handle repetitive and dangerous tasks, allowing teams to focus on higher-value, strategic activities. Myth #4: "Autonomous Tech Requires Complex Infrastructure Too Complex For My Environment." 💸⚙️ Busted! WaveSense doesn't require any infrastructural changes or intrusions. Designed for seamless integration and requiring only one map of the operational area, autonomous vehicles can localize and operate efficiently across various commercial applications. Not so scary! Myth #5: "Autonomous Vehicles Can't Adapt to Changing Environments." 🏞️ Busted! Algorithms are built to handle dynamic environments. Changes above the surface don’t matter when you’re navigating by the unique, unchanging road subsurface. So, even if the environment around you feels like a haunted maze, our tech keeps things clear. Happy Halloween from Team GPR! 🎃👻

Association of the United States Army - AUSA event rounds out our October trade show calendar. The show was a powerful one this year, highlighting innovation in products and services committed to Army priorities and issues impacting today’s Army. GPR looks forward to attending future events! Missed us there and looking to discuss PNT alternatives for positioning? Get in touch: https://lnkd.in/eHFSXfnw

Welcome to the team Hannah Osborn! Hannah joins GPR as our first Senior Director of Business Development! With over 20 years of experience in autonomous mobility, Hannah brings a wealth of expertise and technical aptitude to building strategic relationships. Her unique ability to translate complex technologies into actionable business solutions makes her an invaluable asset to GPR's mission. Beyond her professional achievements, Hannah actively contributes to the mobility community. She leads the Detroit chapter of Self-Driving Cars 101, fostering public education and engagement around autonomous vehicle adoption. She also serves on the Board of Directors for the Automotive Women’s Alliance Foundation, advocating for the advancement and empowerment of women in the automotive industry. WOW! Join us in welcoming Hannah to this pivotal role. 🌟

Shout out to Greentown Labs for another excellent Climatetech Summit's Startup Showcase! We're thrilled to work alongside other innovators developing solutions that will make a difference in global decarbonization. Thank you to the supporters who joined in discussions around climate technology deployment and how everyone can play a role in commercializing climate technologies. And this year, we're extra excited to showcase the new GroundSense sensor. Take a peek:

Launching WaveSense technology in 2024 was a milestone moment for GPR. The GroundSense sensor, NavSense software, and MapSense mapping suite result from years of testing and validation across environments. The end benefit is always available and reliable autonomous vehicle positioning, regardless of surface conditions. A brief explainer of WaveSense below. PS this video is a part of a larger release coming November, stay tuned!

Accurate localization is indispensable for autonomous vehicles. It enables them to make informed decisions, calculate safe paths, and navigate correctly with others on the road. Noah breaks down this crucial concept. To learn more about how we provide the most reliable localization modality, contact us at info@gpr.com

It's been a month to remember in the busiest time for tradeshows! From mining to freight, we showcased our WaveSense technology and connected with key innovators who are shaping the future of autonomous vehicles. Complete with a little team baseball game. Each event reinforced the critical role GPR plays in solving localization challenges for autonomous systems in complex environments. We're thrilled about the partnerships formed and the opportunities ahead. Stay tuned!

We're continuing to add to the team! GPR is looking for a Software Quality Engineer to play a crucial role in developing manual and automated test plans, executing test plans, and driving corrective action to guarantee the release of high-quality code. You’ll work closely with the Software Development team and the System Integration and Test team to ensure that the delivery of our mapping and localization software products meets the highest reliability standards. This is an in-person role in our Somerville, MA, office. Interested applicants can view the full description here: https://lnkd.in/e4uEqRSM

Ending the week on a high as the “Autonomous Vehicle Technology of the Year” in the fifth annual AutoTech Breakthrough Awards program. “The superior accuracy and reliability of WaveSense GPR directly translates to improved safety for AVs, passengers, and other road users. Critical challenges have hindered the widespread adoption of self-driving cars, and current positioning technology isn’t dependable in all conditions for operations. GPR-enabled AVs offer a reliable, all-weather option for public transport and urban planning,” said Bryan Vaughn, Managing Director, AutoTech Breakthrough. “By providing unmatched accuracy, reliability, and safety for autonomous vehicle navigation, GPR is not just an incremental improvement – it's a game-changing innovation that will reshape the potential for the future of transportation. We’re pleased to award GPR with ‘Autonomous Vehicle Technology of the Year.’” Read the full release here: https://bit.ly/3U1Uijc 🥳

🏆 Following our recognition as the Sensor Technology Solution of the Year in 2023, GPR is honored to be named the Autonomous Vehicle Technology of the Year in 2024 by AutoTech Breakthrough! 🏆 GPR has continued to innovate and push the boundaries of autonomous vehicle technology. The launch of WaveSense in February 2024 addresses a critical challenge in the industry: accurate localization and navigation in all environmental conditions. WaveSense is already revolutionizing how autonomous vehicles are able to navigate their environments. We are committed to ongoing research and development efforts and thrilled to receive this recognition!