The AutoNOMOS Vehicle Uses Laser Scanners and GPS Readers
Rahul Kalvapalle — October 27, 2015 — Autos
References: fu-berlin.de & gizmag
The AutoNOMOS, a result of a collaborative research project involving researchers from the University of Nevada and Freie Universitat, is an autonomous vehicle that recently proved its mettle by undertaking a massive 2,400 km journey from the USA/Mexico border at Nogales all the way to Mexico City.
This vehicle is equipped with seven laser scanners, nine video cameras, a GPS and radars located at the front, back and sides. Using this array of information, the AutoNOMOS vehicle gathers a whole range of information about its surrounding environment, and monitors the positions of vehicles, pedestrians and traffic lights.
The AutoNOMOS is only the latest in an increasing field of self-driven cars that are hitting the roads, and it may be the most impressive setup yet and one to look for in the future.
This vehicle is equipped with seven laser scanners, nine video cameras, a GPS and radars located at the front, back and sides. Using this array of information, the AutoNOMOS vehicle gathers a whole range of information about its surrounding environment, and monitors the positions of vehicles, pedestrians and traffic lights.
The AutoNOMOS is only the latest in an increasing field of self-driven cars that are hitting the roads, and it may be the most impressive setup yet and one to look for in the future.
Trend Themes
1. Self-driving Cars - The AutoNOMOS vehicle represents the increasing trend of self-driven cars that are hitting the roads.
2. Autonomous Vehicles - The AutoNOMOS vehicle is a prime example of efficient and effective autonomous vehicles.
3. Advanced Sensor Systems - The sophisticated array of sensors used in the AutoNOMOS vehicle showcases the trend of increasingly advanced sensor technology being integrated into cars.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Industry - The AutoNOMOS vehicle could disrupt the automotive industry with its advanced autonomous technology.
2. GPS Technology Industry - The GPS industry could be affected by the trend of autonomous cars, which heavily rely on GPS technology.
3. Sensor Technology Industry - As the trend of self-driven cars continues to rise, the sensor technology industry will have a big role to play in creating the advanced sensor systems necessary to make these vehicles efficient and effective.
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