Laser Radar System for Factory Inspections

Nikon Metrology, LLC and Aeva debuted the jointly-developed APDIS MV5X Laser Radar system April 29. According to a joint release, the device uses Aeva’s sensors to run detailed and automated inspections.

Nikon’s laser radar systems are designed for use by manufacturers for inspecting components of various sizes, including individual parts or large-scale assemblies. Nikon says the MV5X improves on previous models through “enhanced automation capabilities” and Aeva-provided improved sensors. Both companies say the APDIS MV5X is suitable for use in automotive, aerospace, and energy industries.

In a statement, Aeva leadership said the combination of Aeva sensors in Nikon’s laser device improves its precision for use in industrial inspections.

“Our Eve high-precision sensor technology is purpose-built to bring a new level of precision and performance to sensing,” said Mina Rezk, Co-Founder and CTO of Aeva. “Its integration into Nikon’s MV5X Laser Radar highlights the ongoing scaling of our unified perception platform beyond automotive into precision industrial automation. Together with Nikon, we’re enabling the next generation of intelligent inspection systems that can measure and understand the physical world with unprecedented accuracy.”

Nikon’s GM for Industrial Solutions Business, Yoshihiro Maki, said reiterated that incorporating Aeva’s sensor improved their laser radar.

“Nikon has a long history of delivering industry-leading solutions that enable our customers to achieve the highest levels of quality and productivity,” Maki said. “By integrating Aeva’s technology into our MV5X Laser Radar, we are advancing the capabilities of automated inspection systems with improved accuracy, speed, and reliability—all within a new compact design. The MV5X Laser Radar will help manufacturers meet the growing metrology demands of modern, high-throughput production environments.”