Furuno USA has announced a collaboration with Tocaro Blue to develop next-generation radar perception technologies for Unmanned Surface Vessels (USVs) and maritime autonomy systems.
The partnership combines Furuno marine radar sensor technology with the ProteusCore radar perception software from Tocaro Blue to provide machine-readable data for Artificial Intelligence (AI) driven decision-making.
The collaboration focuses on transforming radar from a traditional navigation tool into a data source for machine learning and situational awareness. The Furuno sensors will provide target separation to allow the Tocaro Blue software to make consistent autofocus adjustments and support detection and classification in complex marine environments.
“Radar is no longer just a display for operators; it’s a core sensor for intelligent systems. We’re proud to support innovators like Tocaro Blue who are building the future of maritime autonomy using trusted, real-world sensor technology,” said Matt Wood, National Sales Manager for Furuno USA.
The ProteusCore platform is designed to interpret radar returns, combining that data with AI algorithms to improve object recognition for both crewed and uncrewed vessels.
“When coupled with the AI/ML processing in ProteusCore, Radar returns are transformed into accurate classification and tracking data. This sensor and software combination delivers performance autonomy stacks that can be relied on in demanding conditions,” said John Minor, Chief Executive Officer of Tocaro Blue.
