From left: Jung-Hoon Chun, Co-CEO of SolidVue; Sam Heidari, CEO of Lumotive; and Jaehyuk Choi, Co-CEO of SolidVue, pose for a photo to commemorate the signing of a joint development agreement for next-generation LiDAR systems | Photo provided by SolidVue
SolidVue, a leading developer of SPAD sensor ICs, has entered into a strategic partnership with U.S.-based programmable photonics company Lumotive to co-develop next-generation LiDAR systems. The two companies plan to set new standards in the 3D sensing industry by leveraging their respective core technologies.
At the heart of the collaboration is the integration of SolidVue’s high-performance dTOF SPAD sensor—responsible for light detection—with Lumotive’s Light Control Metasurface (LCM™) beam steering technology, which handles light projection. The goal is to jointly develop a reference design that can become the standard for next-generation LiDAR systems. This integrated approach is expected to enable high-resolution, high-precision, and energy-efficient LiDAR solutions applicable to autonomous driving, industrial automation, and smart devices.
The partnership reflects the shared vision of both companies to accelerate the adoption of compact, cost-effective, high-performance LiDAR solutions across key markets such as autonomous vehicles, industrial automation, and smart consumer electronics.
“We aim to expand the potential of LiDAR systems by combining our high-performance SPAD technology with Lumotive’s innovative beam steering technology,” said Jung-Hoon Chun, Co-CEO of SolidVue. “This collaboration is a major milestone toward realizing SolidVue’s vision of delivering high-resolution and highly reliable LiDAR sensor ICs to the global market.”
“By combining SolidVue’s cutting-edge sensor technology with our LCM™ technology, we’re setting a new benchmark in LiDAR performance and opening doors for next-generation applications,” said Sam Heidari, CEO of Lumotive. “This partnership, where our visions and technologies align, is expected to have a profound impact across multiple industries.”
SolidVue and Lumotive will continue their collaboration to introduce a new class of LiDAR solutions to the market that offer high performance, scalability, and design flexibility, each building on their respective technological strengths.
SolidVue is a technology company specializing in the development of advanced LiDAR sensor ICs. It leads in CMOS SPAD (Single Photon Avalanche Diode) technology, which enables high-precision 3D imaging. The company develops compact, energy-efficient LiDAR sensor solutions applicable to autonomous driving, AR/VR, and smart devices, while maintaining cost-efficiency.
KG Mobility (KGM) began sales of its new hybrid SUV, the “Actyon Hybrid,” on July 8, positioning it as “The Gentle Machine” that combines dual-tech hybrid performance with sophisticated design.
KGM Actyon Hybrid | Photo provided by KG Mobility
As the company’s second hybrid model, the Actyon Hybrid is a city-focused SUV that offers fuel efficiency and electric vehicle-like performance, while incorporating a range of popular safety and convenience features as standard. It is offered in a single trim, priced in the mid-36 million KRW range.
Dynamic performance through dual-tech hybrid system
The Actyon Hybrid is built around KGM’s next-generation “Dual Tech Hybrid System,” promoting the concept of an electric vehicle that doesn’t require charging.
Utilizing a series-parallel hybrid structure, the vehicle delivers an EV-like driving experience powered by dual motors that handle both propulsion and battery charging.
Its dedicated hybrid transmission, the e-DHT, offers nine driving modes—EV, HEV, engine, and more—that switch fluidly based on driving conditions. In urban environments, it can operate in EV mode up to 94% of the time (based on CVS-75), achieving quiet and efficient operation.
Equipped with the largest high-voltage battery among domestic hybrids (1.83kWh), the Actyon Hybrid ensures a stable power supply and maximized system efficiency. A 130kW high-power motor delivers dynamic, EV-like acceleration, while a BMS-integrated LFP low-voltage battery provides long-lasting reliability and cost-effectiveness.
Fuel efficiency also sees a significant boost, with a combined rating of 15.0km/l and city mileage of 15.6km/l on 20-inch wheels (Nexen tires). With Michelin tires, city mileage increases to 15.8km/l, further enhancing its appeal as a practical city SUV.
Stylish design and spacious interior for city driving
Based on KGM’s “Powered by Toughness” design philosophy, the Actyon Hybrid features a dynamic and refined exterior suitable for urban use.
The vehicle incorporates a floating roofline and LED DRLs inspired by the four trigrams of the Korean flag, blending tradition with modern aesthetics. Its elongated body and 20-inch wheels emphasize a strong, stable silhouette.
Exterior colors include six monotone options—Latte Greige, Grand White, Iron Metal, Forest Green, Dandy Blue, and Space Black—and four two-tone variants (excluding Dandy Blue and Space Black). Interior color choices include Black, Black Suede Quilted, and Camel & Beige two-tone.
The cabin provides a practical and comfortable environment for families, with generous legroom (1,050mm in front, 939mm in rear) and up to 652L of cargo space when the rear seats are folded.
Premium features at a mid-range price point
The Actyon Hybrid comes in a single S8 trim, priced at 36.95 million KRW (reflecting 3.5% individual consumption tax and eco-friendly vehicle tax incentives).
Despite a price increase of only around 2.7 million KRW compared to the gasoline model, it includes numerous high-demand features as standard.
These include 20-inch diamond-cut wheels with 245/45R20 tires, double-laminated solar control acoustic glass, quilted genuine leather seats, Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control (IACC), smart power tailgate with kick motion sensor, 12.3-inch KGM LINK navigation package, OTA software updates, and advanced safety systems like Intelligent Speed Limit Assist, Emergency Braking Assist, and Lane Keeping Assist.
Optional features include a panoramic sunroof, 3D Around View Monitoring System, Deep Control Package II, 20-inch Michelin noise-reducing tires, and an Alpine audio system.
Revised gasoline model and marketing campaign
KGM has also updated the gasoline Actyon model to align with the hybrid’s single S8 trim. Priced at 34.17 million KRW, it comes equipped with the same popular features as the hybrid version.
To support the launch, KGM is rolling out a “Guaranteed Residual Value Financing Program” to reduce upfront costs and preserve resale value. At 3.9% interest, buyers can pay a 30% down payment and lease the vehicle for about 190,000 KRW per month over 60 months. Those who resell after three years (45,000km) or five years (75,000km) and purchase another KGM vehicle can receive up to 64% of the vehicle’s price back.
KGM is also running a television ad campaign highlighting the Actyon Hybrid’s “no-charge electric vehicle” concept, showcasing the unique strengths of its dual-tech hybrid system alongside the Torres Hybrid model.
For more details, customers can visit KGM’s website, contact customer service, or visit a nearby dealership.
KGM expects the Actyon Hybrid, with its sleek design, excellent fuel economy, and smooth ride, to set a new standard for premium hybrid SUVs by balancing refinement with power.
KG Mobility launches ‘Actyon Hybrid’
KG Mobility (KGM) began sales of its new hybrid SUV, the “Actyon Hybrid,” on July 8, positioning it as “The Gentle Machine” that combines dual-tech hybrid performance with sophisticated design.
KGM Actyon Hybrid | Photo provided by KG Mobility
As the company’s second hybrid model, the Actyon Hybrid is a city-focused SUV that offers fuel efficiency and electric vehicle-like performance, while incorporating a range of popular safety and convenience features as standard. It is offered in a single trim, priced in the mid-36 million KRW range.
Dynamic performance through dual-tech hybrid system
The Actyon Hybrid is built around KGM’s next-generation “Dual Tech Hybrid System,” promoting the concept of an electric vehicle that doesn’t require charging.
Utilizing a series-parallel hybrid structure, the vehicle delivers an EV-like driving experience powered by dual motors that handle both propulsion and battery charging.
Its dedicated hybrid transmission, the e-DHT, offers nine driving modes—EV, HEV, engine, and more—that switch fluidly based on driving conditions. In urban environments, it can operate in EV mode up to 94% of the time (based on CVS-75), achieving quiet and efficient operation.
Equipped with the largest high-voltage battery among domestic hybrids (1.83kWh), the Actyon Hybrid ensures a stable power supply and maximized system efficiency. A 130kW high-power motor delivers dynamic, EV-like acceleration, while a BMS-integrated LFP low-voltage battery provides long-lasting reliability and cost-effectiveness.
Fuel efficiency also sees a significant boost, with a combined rating of 15.0km/l and city mileage of 15.6km/l on 20-inch wheels (Nexen tires). With Michelin tires, city mileage increases to 15.8km/l, further enhancing its appeal as a practical city SUV.
Stylish design and spacious interior for city driving
Based on KGM’s “Powered by Toughness” design philosophy, the Actyon Hybrid features a dynamic and refined exterior suitable for urban use.
The vehicle incorporates a floating roofline and LED DRLs inspired by the four trigrams of the Korean flag, blending tradition with modern aesthetics. Its elongated body and 20-inch wheels emphasize a strong, stable silhouette.
Exterior colors include six monotone options—Latte Greige, Grand White, Iron Metal, Forest Green, Dandy Blue, and Space Black—and four two-tone variants (excluding Dandy Blue and Space Black). Interior color choices include Black, Black Suede Quilted, and Camel & Beige two-tone.
The cabin provides a practical and comfortable environment for families, with generous legroom (1,050mm in front, 939mm in rear) and up to 652L of cargo space when the rear seats are folded.
Premium features at a mid-range price point
The Actyon Hybrid comes in a single S8 trim, priced at 36.95 million KRW (reflecting 3.5% individual consumption tax and eco-friendly vehicle tax incentives).
Despite a price increase of only around 2.7 million KRW compared to the gasoline model, it includes numerous high-demand features as standard.
These include 20-inch diamond-cut wheels with 245/45R20 tires, double-laminated solar control acoustic glass, quilted genuine leather seats, Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control (IACC), smart power tailgate with kick motion sensor, 12.3-inch KGM LINK navigation package, OTA software updates, and advanced safety systems like Intelligent Speed Limit Assist, Emergency Braking Assist, and Lane Keeping Assist.
Optional features include a panoramic sunroof, 3D Around View Monitoring System, Deep Control Package II, 20-inch Michelin noise-reducing tires, and an Alpine audio system.
Revised gasoline model and marketing campaign
KGM has also updated the gasoline Actyon model to align with the hybrid’s single S8 trim. Priced at 34.17 million KRW, it comes equipped with the same popular features as the hybrid version.
To support the launch, KGM is rolling out a “Guaranteed Residual Value Financing Program” to reduce upfront costs and preserve resale value. At 3.9% interest, buyers can pay a 30% down payment and lease the vehicle for about 190,000 KRW per month over 60 months. Those who resell after three years (45,000km) or five years (75,000km) and purchase another KGM vehicle can receive up to 64% of the vehicle’s price back.
KGM is also running a television ad campaign highlighting the Actyon Hybrid’s “no-charge electric vehicle” concept, showcasing the unique strengths of its dual-tech hybrid system alongside the Torres Hybrid model.
For more details, customers can visit KGM’s website, contact customer service, or visit a nearby dealership.
KGM expects the Actyon Hybrid, with its sleek design, excellent fuel economy, and smooth ride, to set a new standard for premium hybrid SUVs by balancing refinement with power.
A new AI-powered robotic device that removes garlic tops has emerged, promising to greatly enhance the taste and quality of garlic-processed foods.
DALBOT (CEO Junggeun Kang), a food-tech company based in Dalseong, Daegu, announced on the 10th the launch of its garlic top remover robot that removes the stem-like tops of garlic.
This system uses AI vision inspection technology to scan an average of 300 kg of peeled garlic per day, automatically removing defective pieces and trimming off the top parts. When multiple garlic top remover units are installed in a modular setup, they can be combined with a conveyor to handle high-volume garlic processing tasks.
Garlic Top Remover Robot cutting only the top part of garlic | Photo provided by DALBOT
Garlic tops are coarse and tough, making them undesirable as food ingredients. However, removing them requires labor-intensive manual work, so most garlic products on the market still contain these tops. DALBOT stated that the robot can replace the work of three human laborers, making it a significant support for garlic farms and food companies struggling with labor shortages due to aging rural populations.
Garlic with the top removed has a superior texture and sells for 20 to 50 percent more than regular garlic, but limited labor availability restricts supply. Mass-producing top-removed garlic with the robot could enhance the flavor of traditional foods like kimchi and seasoning sauces. It may also lead to the development of new garlic-based food products, boosting both domestic and international garlic industries.
Garlic Top Remover Robot main body | Photo provided by DALBOT
“The traditional field of agricultural processing can be revolutionized by integrating AI,” said DALBOT CEO Junggeun Kang. “With the garlic top remover robot, we aim to create a mutually beneficial model for the food industry.”
In addition to garlic processing, DALBOT is developing a diverse portfolio of food-tech robots for applications such as fish cake production and strawberry processing, launching them both domestically and abroad.
DALBOT specializes in image processing and AI-based robotics. Leveraging 30 years of accumulated robotics technology and AI development experience, the company provides optimized production automation solutions for agricultural product processing. It aims to bridge the gap between the growing demand for processed agri-food products and rural labor shortages with intelligent automation solutions.
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