How to prevent auto-driving cars from hitting people? These technologies are key

In the early hours of the 19th, local time, a self-driving Uber vehicle struck and killed a woman crossing the street in Arizona. This tragic incident marked the first known fatality involving an autonomous vehicle on a public road, pushing Uber to the brink of a major crisis. However, just hours after the accident, officials from the Tempe Police Department, who were investigating the incident, stated that preliminary findings suggested Uber may not have been at fault. The sudden shift in narrative left many confused and questioning what really happened. From the accident scene and the configuration of the Uber vehicle, it appears that the car's radar and camera systems failed to perform as expected—possibly due to design flaws or technical shortcomings. To uncover the truth, the Tempe Police released a video captured by the car. The footage showed that the Uber autonomous vehicle (a Volvo XC90) was traveling at a high speed in extremely poor lighting conditions, with only the headlights providing any visibility. The victim suddenly appeared in front of the car, and despite the vehicle’s speed, neither the human operator nor the self-driving system responded in time. The result was a fatal collision. But if the human driver didn’t react, why didn’t the self-driving system? The purpose of autonomous vehicles is not just to free drivers’ hands, but to enhance safety through advanced technology. So, are these systems truly as reliable as human drivers? The answer is clearly no. So, what exactly caused Uber’s self-driving car to fail? Before answering, it’s important to understand how the car was designed to operate. According to reports, the accident vehicle was developed by Uber’s Advanced Technology Group (ATG). Uber had claimed the car was equipped with a comprehensive sensor system: - A top-mounted lidar that creates 3D images around the vehicle multiple times per second; - Front and rear radar systems that provide 360-degree coverage without blind spots; - High-resolution cameras for real-time image analysis. Despite this, the accident still occurred. The most likely explanation is that the sensors were either insufficient in performance or their integration was flawed. It’s possible that the lack of coordination between the lidar, radar, and camera systems led to the failure to detect the pedestrian in time. For self-driving cars to be safe, engineers must fully understand the strengths and limitations of each sensor. In the case of Uber, Mark Rosenk, former chairman of the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board, emphasized that this accident could hinder the future of autonomous driving unless critical issues—especially those related to radar and camera systems—are resolved. Rebuilding public trust will require addressing these challenges head-on.

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