Lanelet2 Celebrates 50,000 Downloads
Open-source map framework establishes itself as global standard in vehicle automation
The open-source project Lanelet2, developed by the FZI, has reached a significant milestone with over 50,000 downloads. Since 2018, the HD map framework has been used for digital traffic modeling, making autonomous mobility accessible to developers and researchers worldwide.
The open source project Lanelet2 is a resounding success: Over 50,000 downloads emphasize the high acceptance and relevance of the map framework in the international community for automated and autonomous driving.
HD maps as a key technology for autonomous driving
Since its initial release in 2018, Lanelet2 has established itself as the central framework for managing and processing highly detailed maps. These maps are essential for three core areas of autonomous vehicle technology: high-precision vehicle localization, intelligent path and maneuver planning that considers complex traffic rules, and realistic simulation and validation of driver assistance systems.
Open-source software as a driver of innovation
The special feature of Lanelet2 lies in its completely open architecture: As an open-source project, it runs seamlessly with the Robot Operating System (ROS) – also an open operating system for robotics and autonomous driving. This combination enables research institutions, universities, and companies worldwide to jointly develop and test innovative solutions.
About the FZI
The FZI Research Center for Information Technology, with headquarters in Karlsruhe and a branch office in Berlin, is a non-profit institution for information technology application research and technology transfer. It delivers the latest scientific findings in information technology to companies and public institutions and qualifies individuals for academic and business careers or the leap into self-employment. Supervised by professors from various faculties, the research groups at the FZI develop interdisciplinary concepts, software, hardware and system solutions for their clients and implement the solutions found as prototypes. The FZI House of Living Labs provides a unique research environment for application research. The FZI is an innovation partner of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) and strategic partner of the German Informatics Society (GI).
