Iteris, Inc. and Sumitomo Electric Industries (SEI) announced a partnership that will bring the highly acclaimed Sumitomo Pedestrian Detection sensor to the U.S. market, a technology that has significantly enhanced pedestrian safety across Japan. Beginning this year, Iteris will integrate SEI?s advanced pedestrian detection sensor, which utilizes advanced radar technology to detect pedestrians with remarkable accuracy, into the IterisClearMobility® Platform. In addition to its exceptionally accurate detection capability, this highly sophisticated solution will provide valuable, granular pedestrian data that will enhance Iteris?

uniquely curated mobility data set. Given the world?s busiest pedestrian crossings exist in Japan, SEI developed the world?s most advanced pedestrian detection sensor. Launched in 2017, the Sumitomo pedestrian detection sensor is currently operating in five regions in Japan.

It has been instrumental in reducing traffic incidents, particularly among vulnerable populations such as the elderly. This makes it a perfect addition to the U.S. market, which has seen an increase in pedestrian fatalities since 2009?a trend the transportation industry and federal government among others are working to reverse. Iteris?

comprehensive suite of advanced and reliable detection solutions are part of Iteris? ClearMobility Platform, the world?s most complete solution to continuously monitor, visualize and optimize mobility infrastructure. It applies cloud computing, artificial intelligence, advanced sensors, advisory services and managed services to help ensure roads are safe, travel is efficient, and communities thrive.