NAMUGA Unveils Stella-2: Compact, Solid-State Lidar Powered by Lumotive, at Embedded Vision Summit

REDMOND, Wash., May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lumotive, a leader in programmable optical semiconductor technology, today announced that NAMUGA Co., Ltd., a leading manufacturer of advanced camera modules, will debut its first solid-state 3D lidar sensor—Stella-2, powered by Lumotive's Light Control Metasurface (LCM) technology—at the upcoming Embedded Vision Summit in California.

Stella-2 brings software-defined intelligence, a compact form factor, and robust outdoor performance to commercial robotics and industrial automation. Applications include autonomous vacuum cleaners, lawnmowers, warehouse robots, and industrial equipment.

"NAMUGA's launch of Stella-2 is a powerful example of how Lumotive's Light Control Metasurface technology is enabling the next generation of intelligent, adaptable 3D sensing solutions," said Dr. Sam Heidari, CEO of Lumotive. "We're proud to support NAMUGA in delivering a versatile LiDAR platform that meets the real-world needs of robotics and industrial automation, and we're excited to see our technology drive broader adoption of solid-state LiDAR across new markets."

Stella-2: Designed for Robotics and Autonomy

• Software-Defined Sensing: One sensor, many roles—adaptive scanning customizes field-of-view, range, and frame rates.
• Compact and Power-Efficient: Small form factor, MIPI interface, and <15W power consumption for easy integration.
• All-in-One Perception: Replaces multiple sensors with a single hardware unit configurable for cliff detection, obstacle avoidance, SLAM, and more.
• Indoor and Outdoor Ready: 30m typical range, 80m max, 120° x 90° field-of-view, and HDR mode for reliable navigation in varied environments.

Available in both integratable sensor module and sealed enclosure formats, Stella-2 simplifies 3D perception for a wide range of robotic platforms.

"With Stella-2, we're delivering a versatile and compact 3D perception solution that is ready for the diverse demands of modern robotics," said Don Lee, CEO at NAMUGA. "Lumotive's technology enabled us to rapidly develop a feature-rich lidar that meets the cost, power, and performance needs of commercial and industrial platforms, all with a flexible software-defined architecture."

The launch of Stella-2 reflects the deepening collaboration between Lumotive and NAMUGA, driven by a shared mission to democratize high-performance 3D sensing through scalable, software-defined solutions. Embedded Vision Summit marks a major milestone in bringing this vision to market.

About Lumotive

Lumotive's award-winning programmable optical semiconductors improve perception, increase computing power, and enable reliable high-speed communication in various industries. The Light Control Metasurface (LCM™) chip is a patented, software-defined photonic beamforming solid-state technology. As the first of its kind, it meets essential needs in various sectors, including 3D sensing and AI computing. Lumotive was named Fast Company's Next Big Thing in Tech and won three CES Innovation Awards. Headquartered in Redmond, WA, with offices in San Jose, CA, and Vancouver, Canada, Lumotive is backed by notable investors, including Gates Frontier, MetaVC Partners, Quan Funds, Samsung Ventures, and Swisscom Ventures. For more information, please visit www.lumotive.com.

About NAMUGA

Founded in 2004 and based in Pangyo, South Korea's Silicon Valley, NAMUGA has been at the forefront of innovation in the 3D sensing camera module industry. The company specializes in high-performance camera modules and 3D technology solutions, catering to top-tier markets worldwide. NAMUGA's products play a critical role in various sectors, including mobile, micro actuator, AR/VR, mobility, security, and biomedical industries.

NAMUGA operates a state-of-the-art, 58,000-square-meter factory in Vietnam, which allows it to manage a fully integrated development and manufacturing process. This facility enables NAMUGA to meet diverse global customer needs effectively, ensuring high standards of precision, quality, and reliability. The company also holds multiple certificates in module technology R&D, highlighting its capability to deliver advanced solutions that meet the evolving demands of modern technology markets. For more information, please visit NAMUGA.com.

SOURCE Lumotive