The Complexity of Self-Driving Cars Explained Simply

Author(s): Maxwell’s Demon

Originally published on Towards AI.

Going beyond the hype with clarity

Driving is hard. We operate heavy machines at high speed and must do so safely and correctly. With practice, we get better, but not perfect. Despite several innovations in vehicle safety, road accidents are still common and the biggest cause is human error.

The article discusses the complexities of self-driving cars, breaking down the various engineering challenges involved in developing automated vehicles. It explains the critical tasks these vehicles must perform, such as journey information, perception, prediction, planning, and control. Innovations are highlighted, including sensor fusion and machine learning, while also addressing public misconceptions, regulatory issues, and ethical dilemmas surrounding automated driving technology.

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