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Hyundai develops ‘world’s first’ machine learning-based cruise control technology

October 24, 2019 by Mai Tao

Hyundai says it has developed “the world’s first machine learning-based Smart Cruise Control” system. Machine learning is a type of artificial intelligence. 

The automaker says the SCC-ML technology incorporates the driver’s patterns into its self-driving behavior, creating a custom experience for the driver.

The technology, an industry first, incorporates artificial intelligence within the Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature. The system is planned for implementation in future Hyundai Motor Group vehicles. [Read more…] about Hyundai develops ‘world’s first’ machine learning-based cruise control technology

Filed Under: Computing, News Tagged With: adas, artificial, conditions, control, cruise, distance, driver, driving, hyundai, intelligence, learning, machine, pattern, patterns, preceding, scc-ml, self-driving, smart, system, technology, vehicle

Traton plans to invest more than €1 billion into autonomous and digital innovations

October 7, 2019 by David Edwards

Traton, a subsidiary of the Volkswagen Group, says it plans to invest more than €1 billion into autonomous and digital innovations.

Andreas Renschler, Traton CEO and member of the board of management at Volkswagen, says: “We want to move into the digital fast lane and are continuing to evolve from a hardware supplier to a provider of software and services.”

Traton says it is making strides with networked vehicles, logistics, and autonomous driving. [Read more…] about Traton plans to invest more than €1 billion into autonomous and digital innovations

Filed Under: Industry, News Tagged With: autonomous, autonomously, billion, digital, driver, driving, man, plans, port, scania, traton, vehicle, vehicles

BMW shows off sporty version of electric and autonomous concept car

October 7, 2019 by David Edwards

BMW has been showing off the sporty version of its electric and autonomous concept car, which it calls Vision M NEXT (main picture).

The BMW Vision M NEXT was one of the highlights at the #NEXTGen Event held at BMW Welt in Munich.

Visitors to the IAA Cars 2019 show were also treated to a glimpse into the electrified future of the BMW M brand (pictured below). [Read more…] about BMW shows off sporty version of electric and autonomous concept car

Filed Under: Design, News Tagged With: all-electric, autonomous, bmw, car, concept, drive, driver, driving, electric, experience, focus, power, sporty, version, vision

Infineon and Synopsys partner to develop AI chips for automotive applications

September 18, 2019 by David Edwards

Artificial intelligence and neural networks are becoming a key factor in developing safer, smart and eco-friendly cars.

In order to support AI-driven solutions with its future automotive microcontrollers, Infineon Technologies has started a collaboration with Synopsys.

Next generation Aurix microcontrollers from Infineon will integrate a new high-performance AI accelerator called Parallel Processing Unit (PPU) that will employ Synopsys’ DesignWare ARC EV Processor IP. [Read more…] about Infineon and Synopsys partner to develop AI chips for automotive applications

Filed Under: Computing, Features Tagged With: ai, applications, aurix, Automotive, driver, engine, example, hd, infineon, light, neural, ppu, safety, solutions, synopsys, systems

Magna opens $50 million electronics facility in Michigan

September 5, 2019 by David Edwards

Automotive components and parts supplier Magna has formally opened a new electronics manufacturing facility in Grand Blanc Township, Michigan.

The facility consolidates three nearby locations into a single “state-of-the-art facility that combines 21st-century manufacturing with people-first workplace design and functionality”, says Magna.

By opening the 230,000-square-foot facility with an investment of nearly $50 million, Magna says it is solidifying its presence in Grand Blanc Township and is positioned to continue its leadership in vision-based driver assistance systems. [Read more…] about Magna opens $50 million electronics facility in Michigan

Filed Under: Manufacturing, News Tagged With: adas, advanced, assistance, components, driver, electronics, facility, magna, manufacturing, robotics, systems

How Automation has Transformed the Delivery Process

July 22, 2019 by Liv

 

The world of logistics has, in recent years, been radically altered by automation.

More than ever before, the process of getting a package from one location to another has been put into the hands of machines, and the change is behind many of the recent improvements in packaging and distribution that even small businesses can enjoy.

But exactly how does automation impact the delivery process, and what changes might we continue to see in the future? Let’s take a look. [Read more…] about How Automation has Transformed the Delivery Process

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US Postal Service testing driverless trucks from TuSimple

May 22, 2019 by Sam Francis

The US Postal Service is testing driverless trucks from TuSimple in a two-week pilot program.

TuSimple, a self-driving truck company, says the USPS has awarded it a contract to perform five round trips during the trial, hauling USPS trailers more than 1,000 miles between the Postal Service’s Phoenix, Arizona and Dallas, Texas distribution centers.

The truck will have a safety engineer and driver on board for the duration of the pilot to monitor vehicle performance and to ensure public safety. [Read more…] about US Postal Service testing driverless trucks from TuSimple

Filed Under: News, Transportation Tagged With: american, arizona, autonomous, company, driver, driverless, driving, pilot, postal, safety, self-driving, service, texas, truck, trucks, tusimple, usps

Nikola and Bosch develop fuel cell powertrain for new truck

May 2, 2019 by Anna

Nikola Motor Company has showcased its hydrogen-electric powered semi-truck, the Nikola Two, at its Nikola World event.

Bosch technology and expertise helped Nikola to realise the fully functional Nikola Two hydrogen-electric truck with industry-ready heavy-duty truck components and systems.

The trucks feature innovations in automation, connectivity and electrification enabled with Bosch’s assistance.

[Read more…] about Nikola and Bosch develop fuel cell powertrain for new truck

Filed Under: News, Transportation Tagged With: advanced, bosch, cab, cameras, driver, fuel-cell, lorry, mirrors, nikola, side, system, truck, trucks, vehicle

Sony and Docomo to test driverless concept vehicle via 5G trial network in Guam

April 25, 2019 by Anna

Sony Corporation and NTT Docomo, Inc. will jointly trial Sony’s conceptual driverless vehicle, the New Concept Cart SC-1, which uses 5G mobile technologies for various remotely controlled functions.

The test will be conducted using the trial network in Docomo 5G Open Lab Guam, which will provide test facilities and an outdoor verification environment constructed by Docomo.

The test will verify data transmission and operational performance required to remotely control the cart from a long distance via the extra-high speed, large capacity, low latency and massive-device connectivity.

[Read more…] about Sony and Docomo to test driverless concept vehicle via 5G trial network in Guam

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Continental demonstrates ‘Cruising Chauffeur’, its vision of autonomous driving

July 16, 2017 by David Edwards

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Continental’s Cruising Chauffeur autonomous vehicle

Continental has showcased its “Cruising Chauffeur”, an self-driving car platform which provides an insight into the company’s vision of the future of what it calls “highly automated driving” on highways.

Highly automated driving on highways is no longer just a dream, says the company, but now a reality.

Continental started testing systems for automated driving on public roads back in 2012 in Nevada, and was the first automotive supplier to receive the state’s license to test automated vehicles.  [Read more…] about Continental demonstrates ‘Cruising Chauffeur’, its vision of autonomous driving

Filed Under: News, Transportation Tagged With: automated, chauffeur, continental, control, cruising, driver, driving, maneuver, vehicle, vehicles

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