Understanding the difference between AK1 and AK2 ultrasonic radars in one article

As smart cars and autonomous driving technologies develop rapidly, ultrasonic radar, as one of the key sensors, plays an increasingly important role. AK1 and AK2 are two typical ultrasonic radar products, each with its own characteristics in terms of function and performance. This article will deeply analyze the differences between these two radars to help readers better understand their application scenarios and advantages.

AK1 Ultrasonic Radar Overview

AK1 ultrasonic radar is usually an earlier generation product on the market, which is mainly used for short-range detection, such as automatic parking assist system (APA). AK1 radar has been widely used in the automotive industry for its stable performance and high cost-effectiveness.

Features:

Short-range detection: suitable for close-range obstacle detection within a few meters.

Cost-effectiveness: Compared with other sensors, AK1 radar has a higher cost-effectiveness.

Wide application: suitable for a variety of car models and automatic parking systems.

AK2 Ultrasonic Radar Overview

AK2 ultrasonic radar is the product of technological progress. It not only inherits the advantages of AK1, but also significantly improves its functions and performance. AK2 radar supports more complex scenarios and more advanced autonomous driving functions.

Features:

Long-distance and short-distance detection: AK2 radar can cover the detection range from short-distance to longer-distance, adapting to more application scenarios.

High resolution: Provides more accurate obstacle identification and positioning.

Intelligent fusion: Able to fuse data with other sensors such as cameras and millimeter-wave radars to provide more comprehensive environmental awareness.

Suitable for advanced autonomous driving: meets the requirements of L3 and L4 autonomous driving systems.

Differences in application scenarios

AK1: Mainly used in automatic parking assistance systems to provide detection of obstacles around the vehicle.

AK2: Suitable for more advanced autonomous driving functions, such as automatic lane change, automatic parking and valet parking.

Market positioning and development trends

AK1 ultrasonic radar is still the first choice for many economical vehicles and automatic parking systems due to its stable performance and cost-effectiveness. However, with the development of autonomous driving technology, AK2 ultrasonic radar will gradually become the new favorite in the international automotive market with its advanced functions and performance, especially in high-end models and autonomous driving applications.

A leading company in AK2 ultrasonic radar in Southeast Asia

In Southeast Asia , AK2 ultrasonic radar technology is still in its infancy , but ADW has made significant progress and market recognition in this field.

ADW mainly produces a series of products such as ultrasonic sensors. Its AK2 ultrasonic radar product meets high-end application requirements such as high resolution, anti-interference, functional safety and waveform encoding.

Through technological innovation and product upgrades, these companies have not only achieved a leading position in the Southeast Asian market, but also gradually expanded their influence in the international market, promoting the rapid development of AK2 ultrasonic radar technology in Southeast Asia . With the advancement of autonomous driving technology and the growth of market demand, the AK2 ultrasonic radar products of these companies are expected to play a greater role in the future.