self-driving car
Driverless motor transport
A self-driving car is a vehicle that navigates and operates without human input, using sensors, cameras, and artificial intelligence to perceive its environment and make driving decisions.
Also called an autonomous vehicle.
The technology exists on a spectrum from partial automation (lane-keeping, adaptive cruise control) to full autonomy where no driver is needed: The self-driving car dropped her off and went to find parking on its own.
EV manufacturer and surname
- CruiseCelebrity family name
- AuroraName from Latin dawn
- NvidiaGraphics processor manufacturer
- regulationsEnforced rules and standards
Light-based distance measurement
- RADARRadio-based distance measurement
- sensorInput-detecting device
- computer visionAI interpreting visual data
- machine learningAlgorithms that improve from data
artificial intelligence · algorithm · neural networks · deep learning · navigation · control systems · autopilot · telemetry
Horizontal and uniform
- hands-freeOperable without holding
- geofencingGPS-defined virtual perimeter
Preventing objects from hitting
- emergency brakingSudden forceful deceleration
- blind spot detectionVehicle proximity warning system
- backup cameraVehicle rear-vision system
- traction controlSystem limiting wheel spin
fail-safe · crash test · safety ratings · cybersecurity · ethical dilemma · trolley problem · edge cases · night vision
Futuristic fiction, abbreviated
- cyberpunkDystopian tech-noir fiction
- utopiaImagined perfect society
- dystopiaImaginary terrible society
- smart cityTech-integrated urban center
Tesla
EV manufacturer and surname
regulations · pilot program · prototype · robotaxi · ride-hailing
LIDAR
Light-based distance measurement
- RADARRadio-based distance measurement
- sensorInput-detecting device
- computer visionAI interpreting visual data
machine learning · artificial intelligence · algorithm · neural networks · deep learning · navigation · control systems · autopilot · telemetry · actuator
Level 1
Horizontal and uniform
- hands-freeOperable without holding
- geofencingGPS-defined virtual perimeter
collision avoidance
Preventing objects from hitting
- emergency brakingSudden forceful deceleration
- blind spot detectionVehicle proximity warning system
- backup cameraVehicle rear-vision system
traction control · fail-safe · crash test · safety ratings · cybersecurity · ethical dilemma · trolley problem · edge cases · night vision · disengagement
sci-fi
Futuristic fiction, abbreviated
- robotsrobot, android, humanoid, droid, automaton
- self-driving techautonomous vehicle, robotaxi, autopilot, Tesla Autopilot, Cruise
- automobilescar, truck, SUV, van, sedan
- modern technologysmartphone, smartphones, internet, computers, Wi-Fi
- carscar, auto, automobile, sedan, coupe
- Future Transporthyperloop, maglev, air taxi, drone taxi, autonomous car
self-driving carhorse and buggy
Animal-drawn wheeled vehicle
horse-drawn carriage · Model T · vintage car · classic car · jalopy
self-driving carrace car
Competition speed vehicle
bicycle · walking · horseback riding · sports car · go-kart
drive, self, driven, driver, driving, selfish, driveway, drives, selfless