Introducing Arbe’s 2K High-Resolution Imaging Radar Development Platform

1. What is the Arbe “Radar Development Platform” and why does it matter?
The Development Platform (or “A Sample” in automotive terms) is a production-ready system that allows Tier-1 suppliers and OEMs to integrate Arbe’s 2K ultra-high-resolution radar into their vehicle’s “brain.” It moves the technology from a lab theory to a real-world tool that developers use to build the next generation of autonomous perception algorithms.

2. How does Arbe’s channel count compare to other radars on the market?
The difference is an order of magnitude:

• Current standard radars: ~12 channels.
• Competing “next-gen” radars: ~192 channels.
• Arbe’s 2K Platform: 2,304 virtual channels (48 Rx $\times$ 48 Tx).
  This massive array allows the radar to generate a 2K ultra-high-definition image, providing a level of detail previously only possible with expensive LiDAR sensors.

3. What specific safety issues does this 2K resolution solve?
It directly addresses the “blind spots” of traditional radar that have led to high-profile ADAS accidents. Because of its resolution, it can:

• Track VRUs: Identify small, moving targets like pedestrians, bicycles, and scooters.
• Detect Stationary Hazards: Clearly see a parked vehicle or construction barriers in a highway lane, which traditional radars often filter out as “clutter.”
• Eliminate False Alarms: By providing a clear “image,” the system stops the “phantom braking” caused by misidentifying metallic objects (like manhole covers) as threats.

4. What are the core hardware components of the platform?
The platform includes:

• The Full Chipset: RF transmitter and receiver chips providing 2K channels.
• The Everest Processor: A patented processor capable of handling 30 Gbps of raw radar data (with a throughput equivalent of up to 3 Tbps).
• High-Density Antenna: An array designed to fit into standard vehicle front-grill mounting specifications without requiring bulky external housing.

5. Does the platform include software?
Yes. It features a software layer that abstracts hardware access, allowing developers to focus on high-level perception tasks like ego-velocity inference, in-lane localization, and free space mapping without having to manage the raw radar signals manually.

6. How many detections per frame can the system handle?
The platform is designed to support over 100,000 detections per frame. In real-world highway scenarios, it typically delivers a raw point cloud of over 20,000 detections, providing the “point cloud density” needed for AI-based post-processing and deep learning.

7. Is this technology ready for “Hands-Off, Eyes-Off” driving?
Yes. As of January 2026, Arbe has fully integrated this platform with NVIDIA accelerated computing. This allows the radar to provide “eyes-off” capabilities at highway speeds (up to 130 km/h) by delivering the reliable, human-like flow and predictability required for true L3 autonomy.

8. Which markets are currently using the development platform?
Arbe is collaborating with over 20 Tier-1 and OEM customers across the United States, Europe, China, Korea, and Japan. A notable milestone for 2026 is the selection of this platform by a major Chinese state-owned automaker for their Level 4 autonomous vehicle program, with mass production starting in December 2026.

9. Can the platform distinguish between drivable and non-drivable space?
Yes. Through advanced Free Space Mapping, the platform uses its high-resolution data to create a real-time occupancy grid. This allows the car to “see” exactly where the road is clear, even in thick fog, heavy rain, or total darkness where cameras would be blinded.

10. Why is this considered the “Backbone” of the sensor suite?
By delivering LiDAR-like performance (0.7° Azimuth, 1.2° Elevation) at a radar price point, Arbe has repositioned radar from a “support” sensor to the primary backbone. It provides the essential redundancy that ensures the vehicle is never “blind,” regardless of the environmental conditions.