Episode 0026: Luis Dussan Conversation

Episode 26: Luis Dussan Conversation

In this episode, Paul Perrone sits down with Luis Dussan, founder of AEye and co-founder of a stealth-mode startup, to explore his groundbreaking innovations in perception technology for autonomous vehicles. From his early days at NASA’s Deep Space Network to leading advancements in ISR tech at Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman, Luis shares how his journey shaped the future of AV perception and what lies ahead for the industry. Together, they discuss the challenges of scaling LiDAR technology, the impact of AI in automotive applications, and the entrepreneurial lessons Luis has learned along the way.

Topics Covered:

- Luis’s transition from aerospace and defense to solving AV perception bottlenecks

- The founding and vision of AEye, including early stories and breakthrough moments

- How AEye's LiDAR technology works and evolved, including the underlying technology

- LiDAR tech challenges and advantages

- Insights on AI safety, ADAS systems, and the role of quantum optics in future tech

- Reflections on company evolution and maintaining innovation leadership

- Luis’s advice for engineers and entrepreneurs in the high-tech industry

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