Latest Updates in Autonomous Vehicle Industry: Collaboration between Toyota, Stanford, Applied Intuition, dSPACE, and Hyundai
In a groundbreaking development, Toyota Research Institute (TRI) and Stanford Engineering have achieved a world first in driving research by autonomously drifting two cars in tandem. This technology, aimed at improving vehicle safety and control, particularly in dynamic driving conditions, has significant implications for the future of autonomous vehicles.
The autonomous tandem drifting technology allows vehicles to perform precise, coordinated drifting maneuvers autonomously. This requires highly accurate real-time coordination and control algorithms. By mastering controlled drifting, the cars gain better handling in challenging conditions such as sharp corners or slippery surfaces, which can translate into safer vehicle behavior in emergency maneuvers.
The system uses sophisticated motion planning and control techniques to manage vehicle dynamics precisely during complex drifting scenarios, maintaining stability while optimizing the drift trajectory. The mastery of drifting techniques autonomously suggests the car can better handle extreme dynamic maneuvers that human drivers may find difficult, potentially reducing accident risk during loss-of-traction events.
TRI showcased this technology publicly by demonstrating the world's first autonomous tandem drift with a Toyota Supra. Although detailed technical papers from TRI and Stanford were not directly retrieved, this breakthrough points toward significant advances in autonomous vehicle control for handling dynamic, high-performance driving situations to enhance overall vehicle safety and control.
Meanwhile, Hyundai Motor Group's MobED Delivery robot can traverse different terrains with varying elevations effortlessly. The Group's DAL-e Delivery robot was recognised as a Red Dot Winner, capable of delivering to customers in complex spaces such as offices and shopping malls.
Webasto, a top 100 automotive supplier, has expanded its Roof Sensor Module (RSM) portfolio to include robot taxis and autonomous trucks. The company combines automated cleaning, thermal management systems, and sensor solutions to ensure sensor availability in various weather conditions.
These advancements come at a time when car crashes result in over 40,000 fatalities in the US and about 1.35 million fatalities worldwide every year, many due to a loss of vehicle control in sudden, dynamic situations. The development of autonomous tandem drifting technology and other safety-enhancing technologies could potentially reduce these numbers, making roads safer for all users.
The teams behind these advancements have been collaborating for nearly seven years to make driving safer. As research continues, we can expect to see more groundbreaking developments in the field of autonomous vehicles.
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