At IDF 2016, Intel paid enough attention to the development of the autopilot system for automobiles. On stage was the automatically controlled electric BMW i3, with the passenger seat who chose Elmar Frikenshtayn , responsible for developing the autopilot in the Bavarian company. Partners announced that it has partnered with MobilEye going to create a fully automatic cars by 2020.
Interestingly, a similar statement was made by Ford. American automaker said an increase in the development of autopilot systems costs, the purchase of the related assets and technologies, as well as expanding research lab in Palo Alto. Only in 2025 vehicles without the usual controls will be ready. Ford did not very much welcomes the idea of "separation of powers" between humans and automation, and therefore prefers to bring to market vehicles directly in the management of which the person will not be able to interfere.
Together with the Chinese search engine Baidu, Ford recently invested $ 150 million. Developer laser optical sensor Velodyne This year, Ford will increase the park "semiautomatic" Fusion Hybrid sedans by 30 prototypes next year - up to 90 prototypes. Ford is one of the few companies that pay attention to the test "robocar" in different climates and weather conditions. Related Products :
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