Source: Gyeonggi Daily, November 1, 2023 https://www.kyeonggi.com/article/20231101580020
Pangyo, Gyeonggi-do, the cradle of startups, also known as Pangyo Techno Valley, is bustling with activity. During the day, autonomous public transport known as the 'Pangto-G Bus' roams the streets, and even as darkness falls, the lights of Pangyo Techno Valley remain aglow. Particularly, the Gyeonggi-do Autonomous Driving Center, located within Pangyo Techno Valley, spares no effort in supporting digital technologies for a sustainable future. We meet with promising startups from the local area who have settled in the Advanced Institute of Converged Technology (AICT), explore the future and direction of autonomous driving. Editor's Note
Lee Yong-chae, the CEO of Divine Technology, discusses his company's autonomous driving and TAVR simulations. Reporter Kim Jung-kyu
"By utilizing simulation technology, we can predict numerous variables that can occur during the actual mass production process of autonomous vehicles."
From the confidence exuded in a single statement by Lee Yong-chae, the CEO of Divine Technology, a startup that has been in residence at the Gyeonggi-do Autonomous Driving Center within the Converged Technology Research Institute since 2021, it is clear that the company is making significant strides. Established in 2019, Divine Technology focuses on 'Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) simulation' to conduct research in the fields of autonomous driving and 'medical twins.'
Divine Sim Suite, developed by Divine Technology, is a platform that evaluates and analyzes issues that can arise during mass production of autonomous sensors and systems. For example, through Divine Technology's technology, autonomous vehicles can predict a multitude of variables they may encounter on actual roads in a much shorter timeframe. Until now, obtaining autonomous driving data required the installation of equipment on vehicles, and the data that could be collected was limited.
Divine's Integrated Autonomous Driving Simulation Software for Evaluating Safety and Performance, Divine Sim Suite (DSS)
Lee stated, "Autonomous vehicles are equipped with numerous sensors such as cameras, lidar, and thermal imaging, and these sensors can develop various errors over time, such as reduced performance or malfunction due to heat. If we can analyze and verify these production process issues in advance through simulation, it can be even more helpful for driver safety."
In addition, one of Divine Technology's key areas of research in the medical twin field is the 'TAVR Procedure Simulation' for patients with aortic valve stenosis. The 'TAVR procedure' involves inserting an artificial valve when the valve that opens and closes the aorta is not functioning properly due to aging or other factors. Using this technology, it is possible to recommend the appropriate artificial valve for the patient after a simulated insertion procedure, thereby reducing post-operative complications.
Currently, Lee is growing the startup with about 18 employees. He emphasized that while Divine Technology is a simulation company, it has a workforce with more than 80% of engineers, which is optimized for solving issues in the mass production process.
Divine Technology's autonomous driving simulation integrated software
Demonstrating its prowess in fields such as autonomous driving simulation, Divine Technology has been operating its research lab at the Gyeonggi-do Autonomous Driving Center since 2021. Lee pointed out that, unlike typical startup support centers, this location offers tailored support in the field of autonomous driving.
What is Lee's dream for the future? His goal is to create an environment that can contribute to people's safety based on Divine Technology's two main pillars, 'Future Mobility' and 'Medical Twins.'
Lee stated, "Currently, we are researching technology related to autonomous vehicles, but in the future, we will strive to excel not only in automobiles but also in the field of future mobility, including robots." He added, "Along with that, we will also develop technology in the field of Medical Twins to become a simulation company that contributes to creating a safe environment."
Kim Jung-kyu, Reporter
Source: Gyeonggi Daily, November 1, 2023 https://www.kyeonggi.com/article/20231101580020
Pangyo, Gyeonggi-do, the cradle of startups, also known as Pangyo Techno Valley, is bustling with activity. During the day, autonomous public transport known as the 'Pangto-G Bus' roams the streets, and even as darkness falls, the lights of Pangyo Techno Valley remain aglow. Particularly, the Gyeonggi-do Autonomous Driving Center, located within Pangyo Techno Valley, spares no effort in supporting digital technologies for a sustainable future. We meet with promising startups from the local area who have settled in the Advanced Institute of Converged Technology (AICT), explore the future and direction of autonomous driving. Editor's Note
Lee Yong-chae, the CEO of Divine Technology, discusses his company's autonomous driving and TAVR simulations. Reporter Kim Jung-kyu
"By utilizing simulation technology, we can predict numerous variables that can occur during the actual mass production process of autonomous vehicles."
From the confidence exuded in a single statement by Lee Yong-chae, the CEO of Divine Technology, a startup that has been in residence at the Gyeonggi-do Autonomous Driving Center within the Converged Technology Research Institute since 2021, it is clear that the company is making significant strides. Established in 2019, Divine Technology focuses on 'Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) simulation' to conduct research in the fields of autonomous driving and 'medical twins.'
Divine Sim Suite, developed by Divine Technology, is a platform that evaluates and analyzes issues that can arise during mass production of autonomous sensors and systems. For example, through Divine Technology's technology, autonomous vehicles can predict a multitude of variables they may encounter on actual roads in a much shorter timeframe. Until now, obtaining autonomous driving data required the installation of equipment on vehicles, and the data that could be collected was limited.
Lee stated, "Autonomous vehicles are equipped with numerous sensors such as cameras, lidar, and thermal imaging, and these sensors can develop various errors over time, such as reduced performance or malfunction due to heat. If we can analyze and verify these production process issues in advance through simulation, it can be even more helpful for driver safety."
In addition, one of Divine Technology's key areas of research in the medical twin field is the 'TAVR Procedure Simulation' for patients with aortic valve stenosis. The 'TAVR procedure' involves inserting an artificial valve when the valve that opens and closes the aorta is not functioning properly due to aging or other factors. Using this technology, it is possible to recommend the appropriate artificial valve for the patient after a simulated insertion procedure, thereby reducing post-operative complications.
Currently, Lee is growing the startup with about 18 employees. He emphasized that while Divine Technology is a simulation company, it has a workforce with more than 80% of engineers, which is optimized for solving issues in the mass production process.
Divine Technology's autonomous driving simulation integrated software
Demonstrating its prowess in fields such as autonomous driving simulation, Divine Technology has been operating its research lab at the Gyeonggi-do Autonomous Driving Center since 2021. Lee pointed out that, unlike typical startup support centers, this location offers tailored support in the field of autonomous driving.
What is Lee's dream for the future? His goal is to create an environment that can contribute to people's safety based on Divine Technology's two main pillars, 'Future Mobility' and 'Medical Twins.'
Lee stated, "Currently, we are researching technology related to autonomous vehicles, but in the future, we will strive to excel not only in automobiles but also in the field of future mobility, including robots." He added, "Along with that, we will also develop technology in the field of Medical Twins to become a simulation company that contributes to creating a safe environment."
Kim Jung-kyu, Reporter