MicroVision launches MOVIA Air lidar family for aerial autonomy

Aug 5, 2026 · Product Launch · MicroVision · Perception

MicroVision launched MOVIA Air and MOVIA Air Plus for autonomous aerial systems, combining a lighter solid-state lidar package with optional onboard mapping, localisation and docking functions.

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  • MOVIA Air combines a downward-facing solid-state lidar and RGB camera in a 400-gram package for near-range mapping and GNSS-denied operation.
  • The expanded processing configuration adds video fusion, real-time 3D mapping, SLAM and autonomous docking functions.
  • MicroVision positions the family for commercial and defence UAV integration rather than one proprietary aircraft platform.

Develops LiDAR sensors and perception technologies for automotive and autonomous systems, with a focus on solid-state lidar for ADAS and mobility applications.