Introduction: MetaSilicon has entered the supply chain of Huaqin, Longcheer and Wingtech, and plans to enter industrial fields such as security, automobiles and robots.
With the rapid development of intelligent networked vehicles, the importance of on-board cameras, as the core component of the perception layer, has become increasingly important and has become a key driving force to promote the intelligent transformation of automobiles. In this context, MetaSilicon Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as "MetaSilicon") has not only emerged in the domestic market with its deep accumulation and continuous innovation in the field of automotive CMOS image sensors (CIS), but also demonstrated its rise as a Chinese force in the field of high-end semiconductor technology on a global scale. In this article, China Exportsemi will discuss in depth how MetaSilicon can build a leader in the automotive CIS market based on global independent innovation from multiple dimensions such as technological innovation, market layout, team building and future prospects.
1. Technological innovation: build a high wall of core competitiveness
Since its establishment, MetaSilicon has focused on the R&D and application of cutting-edge technologies such as device-side AI, high-precision ADC, computational optics, and stacking sensors, and is committed to developing a new generation of CIS chips for automotive, medical, industrial, AR&VR and other scenarios. In the field of automotive CIS, MetaSilicon has demonstrated extraordinary technological innovation capabilities and product iteration speed.
Figure: Automotive CIS pixel architecture (Image via MetaSilicon)
The company's self-developed MAT series on-board CIS products have won wide recognition in the market by virtue of their excellent performance indicators. As the first 1.3M CIS in the automotive front-end market, MAT130 integrates advanced ISP technology to achieve the perfect combination of short latency, low power consumption and high dynamic range (HDR 99/120dB), setting a new benchmark in the industry. The subsequent launch of MAT330/1 pushes the performance of on-board CIS to a new height, with a high dynamic range of 140dB and a high frame rate of 60fps, providing more accurate and timely image information for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), further improving the vehicle's environmental perception and driving safety.
Figure: MAT130, a MAT series automotive CIS product independently developed by MetaSilicon
In addition, MetaSilicon continues to explore algorithm optimization and image processing, striving to achieve lower power consumption and smaller size while maintaining high performance, so as to meet the needs of the automotive industry for lightweight and integration.
2. Market layout: deep cultivation and intensive cultivation to expand the global territory
MetaSilicon understands that in order to gain a foothold in a highly competitive market, it must have a global vision and strategic layout. Therefore, while the company is headquartered in Shenzhen, China, it has also set up R&D centers in Shanghai and Chengdu, and established overseas branches in Japan, forming a R&D layout covering many important markets at home and abroad.
In the domestic market, MetaSilicon actively establishes cooperative relations with major automobile manufacturers and Tier 1 suppliers to jointly promote the popularization and application of in-vehicle CIS technology. At the same time, the company also actively participates in the formulation of industry standards, and strives to enhance the voice of Chinese enterprises in the field of international on-board CIS.
Figure: MetaSilicon's fully self-innovated in-vehicle products, covering all scenarios
In the international market, MetaSilicon has successfully entered high-end markets such as Japan, South Korea, Europe and the United States by virtue of its advanced technical strength and rich product line, and has established stable cooperative relations with many internationally renowned car companies. The company's overseas business continues to expand, and the brand influence has been significantly improved.
3. Team building: gather elites and build brilliance together
MetaSilicon understands that talent is the first resource for enterprise development. The company has a R&D team composed of top experts in the industry, and the core members are from well-known semiconductor companies at home and abroad, with rich experience in chip design, R&D and mass production. Many of them, having worked in the semiconductor industry for many years, have a keen insight and judgment of technology trends.
In order to maintain the cohesion and combat effectiveness of the team, MetaSilicon not only provides generous salary and benefits and perfect career development channels, but also pays attention to creating an open and inclusive corporate culture atmosphere to encourage employees to dare to innovate and have the courage to try. At MetaSilicon, every employee can feel the warmth and sense of belonging of home, and work together to achieve the company's vision and mission.
4. the future outlook: continuous innovation, leading the future
Looking forward to the future, MetaSilicon will continue to adhere to the development concept of "global independent innovation", increase R&D investment in the field of in-vehicle CIS, and promote continuous technological breakthroughs and upgrades. The company will closely follow the development trend of intelligent and networked automobiles, actively explore new technologies, new products and new applications, and provide more intelligent and efficient solutions for the automotive industry.
At the same time, MetaSilicon will also strengthen cooperation and exchanges with upstream and downstream enterprises in the industrial chain at home and abroad to jointly build an open and collaborative industrial ecosystem. Through resource integration and complementary advantages, we will promote the healthy development and sustainable prosperity of the entire on-board CIS industry chain.
In short, MetaSilicon is driving the continuous innovation and progress of in-vehicle CIS technology with global independent innovation as the engine. In the future, MetaSilicon will not forget its original intention, forge ahead, and show the world the unique charm and unlimited potential of China's power in the field of high-end semiconductor technology with more excellent results and more brilliant achievements.
