RoboCar is an inspiration for the future of autonomous cars

In a couple of decades from now, we might have streets thronged with autonomous androids. On a street like that, autonomous cars would be a perfect fit. Sadly, autonomous cars are the most under-researched subject in the field of robotics, but it is good to know that we now have some inspiration with the development of the RoboCar from ZMP Inc. Researchers around the globe intend to use the RoboCar as an active platform to develop a fully functional autonomous version.

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The car uses CCD stereo cameras, an image recognition module, a gyro sensor, a three-axis acceleration sensor, along with a total of five rotary encoders mounted on the motor, four wheels and eight infrared range sensors. Coupled with these thingamajigs, the car requires autonomous algorithms and obstacle avoidance algorithms to move with complete autonomy.

robocar without the exterior body

The RoboCar is a 1/10 scale model measuring 429.0 (L) x 195.0 (W) x 212.2mm (H) with an overall weight of 3kg. There is a bare-bones (without the exterior parts) version available for $6,119 while the outer parts demand a separate amount. The company aims to sell 200 units, with 100 units already been ordered outside the country.

the demonstration of obstacle recognition and dist

Via: Tech-On