MVFAN: Multi-View Feature Assisted Network for 4D Radar Object Detection

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2310.16389v1
• Date: Wed, 25 Oct 2023 06:10:07 GMT
• Title: MVFAN: Multi-View Feature Assisted Network for 4D Radar Object Detection
• Authors: Qiao Yan, Yihan Wang
• Abstract summary: 4D radar is recognized for its resilience and cost-effectiveness under adverse weather conditions. Unlike LiDAR and cameras, radar remains unimpaired by harsh weather conditions. We propose a framework for developing radar-based 3D object detection for autonomous vehicles.
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• Abstract: 4D radar is recognized for its resilience and cost-effectiveness under adverse weather conditions, thus playing a pivotal role in autonomous driving. While cameras and LiDAR are typically the primary sensors used in perception modules for autonomous vehicles, radar serves as a valuable supplementary sensor. Unlike LiDAR and cameras, radar remains unimpaired by harsh weather conditions, thereby offering a dependable alternative in challenging environments. Developing radar-based 3D object detection not only augments the competency of autonomous vehicles but also provides economic benefits. In response, we propose the Multi-View Feature Assisted Network (\textit{MVFAN}), an end-to-end, anchor-free, and single-stage framework for 4D-radar-based 3D object detection for autonomous vehicles. We tackle the issue of insufficient feature utilization by introducing a novel Position Map Generation module to enhance feature learning by reweighing foreground and background points, and their features, considering the irregular distribution of radar point clouds. Additionally, we propose a pioneering backbone, the Radar Feature Assisted backbone, explicitly crafted to fully exploit the valuable Doppler velocity and reflectivity data provided by the 4D radar sensor. Comprehensive experiments and ablation studies carried out on Astyx and VoD datasets attest to the efficacy of our framework. The incorporation of Doppler velocity and RCS reflectivity dramatically improves the detection performance for small moving objects such as pedestrians and cyclists. Consequently, our approach culminates in a highly optimized 4D-radar-based 3D object detection capability for autonomous driving systems, setting a new standard in the field.

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