Testing of a new automated shuttle is underway at the University of Michigan’s Mcity Test Facility to ensure the technology is ready to safely serve older adults and people with disabilities in the city of Detroit.Earlier this month, U-M researchers kicked off several months of testing with an automated vehicle provided by <a href="https://maymobility.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">May Mobility</a>, a leader in the development and deployment of AV technology.&nbsp;The vehicle under test is identical to those destined for Detroit. The evaluation is taking place at the <a href="https://mcity.umich.edu/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mcity Test Facility</a>—the world’s first purpose-built environment for testing connected and automated vehicles and technologies under controlled, realistic conditions. The shuttle will undergo a two-part test developed by Mcity, called the Mcity Safety Assessment Program.The protocol includes:<ul><li>A “Driver’s License Test” that serves a purpose similar to a human driver’s test, measuring basic competency in ordinary scenarios.&nbsp;</li><li>A “Driving Intelligence Test” that challenges AV software with a diverse set of dangerous driving scenarios—representing those that most often result in crashes, injuries and fatalities.</li></ul>The augmented reality program combines physical vehicles, infrastructure and obstacles with computer-simulated people, vehicles and other objects.“Automated vehicles have the potential to make transportation safer and cleaner while ensuring equitable access to mobility options—but only if consumers can trust the vehicles are safe,” said Mcity Director Henry Liu, who is also the Bruce D. Greenshields Collegiate Professor of Engineering and director of the Center for Connected and Automated Transportation.“We believe the Mcity Safety Assessment Program could serve as the blueprint for a publicly visible safety framework, helping to bring automated vehicle technology to market in a manner that truly benefits society.”<img src="https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wevolver-project-images/froala%2F1701141819329-AVTesting-content2.jpg" style="width: 766px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">The Driverless May Mobility vehicle stops automatically to avoid colliding with a child-size test dummy in the road. Photo: Marcin Szczepanski/Michigan EngineeringTesting of the shuttle for Detroit comes as recent traffic crashes related to driverless vehicles have raised broad concerns about safety.&nbsp;To prioritize safety, the city of Detroit’s Automated Driving Systems shuttle pilot will undergo a thorough evaluation process, beginning with the testing at Mcity, and the deployment of the shuttles will feature a skilled safety operator on board in each May Mobility vehicle. These operators will be available to answer questions and assist wheelchair users when boarding and exiting the shuttle.“From design to launch and beyond, we have embedded strong safety practices into all of our processes,” said Satvir Singh, director of product safety at May Mobility.&nbsp;“Participating in Mcity’s Safety Assessment Program is one crucial step to ensuring that each AV we deploy will bring our riders to their destinations safely and comfortably. With the help of our partners at Mcity, we feel confident that our vehicles will exceed expectations and set a new standard for AV technology safety in Detroit and across the world.”Testing of the shuttle at Mcity will likely run through February. From there, it will be sent to the <a href="https://acmwillowrun.org/" target="_blank">American Center for Mobility</a> in Ypsilanti, for extended high-speed testing.&nbsp;Designed with equity in mind, the pilot aims to provide Detroit residents aged 65 and older or those living with disabilities with free transportation. It is intended to facilitate seamless travel to and from essential destinations such as stores, medical appointments, workplaces and more.<img src="https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wevolver-project-images/froala%2F1701141849330-AVTesting-content1.jpg" style="width: 766px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">U-M researchers Xintao Yan (center) and Linxuan He (left) adjust the safety testing technology while Tinghan Wang looks on from the challenge vehicle at Mcity. Photo: Marcin Szczepanski/Michigan EngineeringThe Detroit City Council unanimously voted to approve a $2.4 million contract between the Office of Mobility Innovation and May Mobility in July, and the city plans to deploy the shuttle in June 2024.&nbsp;“We are excited that the rigorous self-driving shuttle testing is underway with Mcity,” said Tony Geara, deputy chief of the city of Detroit’s Office of Mobility Innovation. “This thorough evaluation process underscores the city of Detroit’s commitment that self-driving technology will be safe and effective before it is on our streets.&nbsp;“We are starting this ambitious pilot project with the Mcity Safety Assessment Program as a critical step toward learning how self-driving vehicles can effectively serve real community needs in Detroit.”May Mobility is a U-M startup that was launched in 2017 with the help of Innovation Partnerships.

The University of Michigan, May Mobility and the City of Detroit look to boost public trust in self-driving vehicle technology.

Automated shuttle planned for Detroit starts safety testing at Mcity

ETH Zurich researchers deployed an autonomous excavator, called HEAP, to build a six metre-high and sixty-five-metre-long dry-stone wall. The wall is embedded in a digitally planned and autonomously excavated landscape and park.<iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/P7wmotyKgXc?&amp;wmode=opaque&amp;enablejsapi=1&amp;origin=https://www.wevolver.com" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable" data-lf-form-tracking-inspected-kn9eq4roawkarlvp="true" data-lf-yt-playback-inspected-kn9eq4roawkarlvp="true" data-lf-vimeo-playback-inspected-kn9eq4roawkarlvp="true"></iframe>Video: ETH Zurich / Girts ApskalnsThe team of researchers included: Gramazio Kohler Research, the Robotics Systems Lab, Vision for Robotics Lab, and the Chair of Landscape Architecture. They developed this innovative design application as part of the National Centre of Competence in Research for Digital Fabrication (NCCR dfab).Using sensors, the excavator can autonomously draw a 3D map of the construction site and localise existing building blocks and stones for the wall’s construction. Specifically designed tools and machine vision approaches enable the excavator to scan and grab large stones in its immediate environment. It can also register their approximate weight as well as their centre of gravity. An algorithm determines the best position for each stone, and the excavator then conducts the task itself by placing the stones in the desired location. The autonomous machine can place 20 to 30 stones in a single consignment – about as many as one delivery could supply.<hr><h2 id="isPasted">Reference &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</h2>Johns RL, Wermelinger M, Mascaro R, Jud D, Hurkxkens I, Vasey L, Chli M, Gramazio F, Kohler M, Hutter M: A framework for robotic excavation and dry stone construction using on-site materials, Science Robotics, 22 November 2023, DOI: <a href="https://doi.org/10.1126/scirobotics.abp9758" target="_blank">external page10.1126/scirobotics.abp9758</a>

The Excavator picks and scans each boulder to be placed in the correct position. Circularity Park in Oberglatt, Eberhard AG. (Photograph: ETH Zurich / Marc Schneider)

ETH Zurich researchers taught an autonomous excavator to construct dry stone walls itself using boulders weighing several tonnes and demolition debris.

Autonomous excavator constructs a six-metre-high dry-stone wall

Ian Dickson spoke to Christian Thiele, Director, Global Vehicle Standards at SAE International about their missionto connect and educate mobility professionals to enable safe, clean, and accessible mobility solutions.<img src="https://images.wevolver.com/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJ3ZXZvbHZlci1wcm9qZWN0LWltYWdlcyIsImtleSI6ImZyb2FsYS8xNzAxMTE2MDcyMzkwLUFWIGRvd25sb2FkIGJhbm5lci5wbmciLCJlZGl0cyI6eyJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjk1MCwiZml0IjoiY292ZXIifX19" style="width: 300px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"><iframe width="540" height="450" src="https://c8056756.sibforms.com/serve/MUIFAMBWtqlAziu5EwFUIjLCWmRdzCiwOJRx3R3LyYkfG1dfYIvOKLn1dfBY8M58jYUZY8sQm7DnIOmrBjZ93ycsAv4ICzMbRD95I3S4FIWFM6EU4i3C7yzFNYn-Kfm0vJN96NgNO2_w4BQcrnOEwEVShkElbpBLjOT3ARKFBFADGHd-PDjMwJZI5avI3TUfr-xTC_fVunqO5MKo" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen="" style="display: block;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;max-width: 100%;" class="fr-draggable" data-lf-form-tracking-inspected-kn9eq4roawkarlvp="true" data-lf-vimeo-playback-inspected-kn9eq4roawkarlvp="true" data-lf-yt-playback-inspected-kn9eq4roawkarlvp="true">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</iframe>&nbsp;<hr><h3 dir="ltr" id="isPasted">What is SAE?</h3>Christian Thiele: SAE International has been around for about 118 years, our primary focus is dealing with the development of standardization and selling and getting those standards out to the industry. Recognizing that our mission is to advance mobility, knowledge, and solutions for the benefit of humanity, with the vision to connect and educate mobility professionals to enable a safe, clean, and accessible mobility solution at the end of the day, we do this through mutual forums. And by that we enable these mutual forms to develop consensus-based global standards for the global mobility industry.&nbsp;We are the largest organization that drives mobility standards. But in order to deal with that, we also have a foundation and we also do STEM research, to help develop and grow through learning, through professional development, and pre-professional development, driving people to engage through engineering technology. Basically, fill those coffers for future committee members and future engineers who help these consensus-based standards being developed and produced.<h3 dir="ltr">Thanks for the overview. Then when it comes to autonomous cars, you've probably answered this question in part already but how is SAE involved in autonomous cars?&nbsp;</h3>Christian Thiele: Let's look at it this way. Right now, we're not at the autonomous phase. Let's look at automated driving, and recognizing and understanding the automated space. We have specifically through our J3016 identified the levels of automation and clearly, level five and beyond is when you get to a level where you could call it autonomous.&nbsp;But at the end of the day, what our focus is, is helping drive those standards and develop those standards. To allow interoperability and harmonisation, especially the communication side of how automated vehicles are managed.&nbsp;Automated driving, ultimately from a vehicle and driver perspective, is to make certain that active safety standards that are built into a vehicle, i.e. the automatic braking, lane change sensing, holding steering wheel position of the car in the lane so it doesn't leave the lane, etc. These are technologies and spaces that we have helped develop in the industry, and helped through our standard organization bodies, building those standards that define what that needs to be.<h3 dir="ltr">What are some of the key challenges your members are facing particularly with AV?</h3>The key, especially from a technology point of view, is getting things that are working, to scale and interoperability. This is what we tried to do through our harmonization and through defining those standards for those communication protocols that need to happen, which allow everybody to communicate at one frequency, at one time. It's not English to Chinese; it's everyone speaking English, so to speak, to put it in layman's terms.<h3 dir="ltr">Okay, perfect. And then talking about the organization in a more general capacity. What are some of the benefits to your members of being in SAE and the adherence to these standards?</h3>Let's look at what standardization does for a company and organization itself. First, you reduce costs and design development, because you are convening a large group of industry experts that come together to help better define, narrow, and develop what standards we need to follow and to make design and development easier on the individual corporations and companies. This makes engineering easier and it reduces the cost. It also increases performance as it permits a common interface. Increased productivity and processes enable companies to become more effective and efficient at what they do as a corporation.&nbsp;So ultimately, what does this do at the end of the day? It helps to enhance safety, create a common language out there for everybody to communicate to, and facilitates throughput through regulations. It harmonizes the global marketplace. Standards ultimately give compatibility, consistent quality product, regulatory compliance, clear expectations, and consistent product performance. Everybody understands what needs to be when, where and how. It also allows for efficient procurement, which is vitally critical for organizations and companies to be able to buy and procure products. &nbsp;These reasons show why the SAE and the standards bodies organizations are vitally critical. &nbsp;<h3 dir="ltr">Then how do you actually create global standards when regulations requirements vary so much by country?</h3>Yeah, so, what we do is we work on a regional, national, and international space. Standards by themselves are not the finding. The right standards give you a direction of what is perhaps seen as the best technical information out there.We support harmonization through the UN. For example, we sit as a consultant on a consultative body. Where we contribute expertise on dealing with communication protocol and connected vehicle protocols. We helped derive some of those standards that ultimately will be implemented at a local government level.&nbsp;<h3 dir="ltr">How different are the SAE standards for autonomous vehicles versus the current generation of vehicles?</h3>Let's understand two things. First, before, the car was a self-contained environment. At the end of the day, it never communicated with the outside environment. The person or thing that was communicating was you, the individual driving the vehicle who was seeing and hearing etc. And you would make that vehicle go where it needed to go. Now you have systems that are going to define where, when, and how to best engage that vehicle under certain circumstances. &nbsp;And that's where the challenge is. &nbsp;How much confidence do we have from a security point of view to ensure that the systems are secure, without being hacked or compromised, through other means? Now, even EV vehicles recognize they're plugging in and charging. Anytime you plug in the vehicle, something happens as it relates to communication between the vehicle and the outside world. And there are threats and risks there.&nbsp;<h3 dir="ltr">So in your opinion, where do you think we are with autonomous vehicles? And what's your vision of an autonomous future?&nbsp;</h3>I definitely see an opportunity. I don't think we're there yet with a fully automated vehicle. I think level one or two are pretty sound and robust. Level three and beyond that, that's where it becomes challenging and I think in the next five to 10 years, you will see major technology advancements allowing for reliability and capability to execute to a certain level that is acceptable. You don't want a braking system working 60% of the time, you'd like it to be in the 99 percentile, recognizing and understanding that these things will help and benefit the occupants in the vehicles and the drivers themselves.&nbsp;We had over 43,000 deaths last year in the US related to automotive mobility related deaths. That is a frighteningly large number and we need to do whatever we can do from a technology point of view, to advance these vehicles to better utilize technology to better enable automated driving down the road.&nbsp;<h3 dir="ltr">Thank you. How do you think AVs can contribute to society? I think you've really touched on it there in terms of reducing the number of deaths and serious injuries.</h3>We need to acknowledge the ongoing revisions to the J3016, which is the standard for defining levels of automation in vehicles. It's crucial to consider human factors in this context. From the perspective of distracted driving, it's important to recognize the potential benefits of automated and autonomous vehicles. These technologies can significantly aid in addressing distracted driving issues.Currently, we are exploring technologies that are already available. For instance, in Europe, every new vehicle will be equipped with Driver Management Systems (DMS). These systems, which include vision systems and driver monitoring capabilities, focus on tracking the driver's head and eye positions. This is a key step in enhancing safety through DMS.It's essential to always be aware of the driver's actions, particularly the position of their hands. Implementing these technologies immediately can help drivers stay focused on driving rather than being distracted by other activities.<hr><h3 dir="ltr">Click through to read each of the report's chapters.</h3><main><h3><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Introduction</a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report?chapter=1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">I: Sensing Technologies</a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report?chapter=2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">II: Thinking and Learning</a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report?chapter=3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">III: EDGE and RTOS</a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report?chapter=4" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">IV: Communication and Connectivity</a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report?chapter=5" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">V: Security</a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report?chapter=6" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">VI: Tech Stack</a> </h3></main><h2>Leadership Interviews</h2><h3 dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-accelerating-av-development-through-customer-collaboration" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with Mouser </a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-building-trust-in-autonomous-driving-navigating-future-reliability-and-milestone-achievements" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with Murata&nbsp;</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-the-role-of-pcb-in-shaping-autonomous-vehicle-development/draft" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-the-role-of-pcb-in-shaping-autonomous-vehicle-development" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with MacroFab</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-exploring-the-future-of-high-performance-computing-in-autonomous-vehicles/draft" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-exploring-the-future-of-high-performance-computing-in-autonomous-vehicles" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with Nexperia</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-driving-global-standards/draft" target="_blank"></a> Interview with SAE International<a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-advancing-open-source-development-in-the-automotive-industry/draft" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-advancing-open-source-development-in-the-automotive-industry" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with Autoware Foundation</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-insights-from-nvidia-about-artifical-intelligence-in-avs/draft" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-insights-from-nvidia-about-artifical-intelligence-in-avs" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with NVIDIA</a></h3>

In this interview Christian Thiele, Director, Global Vehicle Standards at SAE discusses advanced mobility, knowledge sharing and automotive solutions for the benefit of humanity.

2023 Autonomous Vehicle Report Interview: Driving Global Standards

In this interview, Samet Kütük, a board member and Marketing/Go-To-Market working group chair of the Autoware Foundation and CTO and co-founder of Leo Drive, shares insights with Ian Dickson into his eight-year journey developing level four autonomous vehicles. He discusses the crucial role of the Autoware Project, the world’s leading open-source initiative for autonomous driving. Autoware is the partner of the 2023 Autonomous Vehicle Report. Download the report to read more interviews.&nbsp;<img src="https://images.wevolver.com/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJ3ZXZvbHZlci1wcm9qZWN0LWltYWdlcyIsImtleSI6ImZyb2FsYS8xNzAxMTE0NjE1NTg3LUFWIGRvd25sb2FkIGJhbm5lci5wbmciLCJlZGl0cyI6eyJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjk1MCwiZml0IjoiY292ZXIifX19" style="width: 300px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"><iframe width="540" height="450" src="https://c8056756.sibforms.com/serve/MUIFAMBWtqlAziu5EwFUIjLCWmRdzCiwOJRx3R3LyYkfG1dfYIvOKLn1dfBY8M58jYUZY8sQm7DnIOmrBjZ93ycsAv4ICzMbRD95I3S4FIWFM6EU4i3C7yzFNYn-Kfm0vJN96NgNO2_w4BQcrnOEwEVShkElbpBLjOT3ARKFBFADGHd-PDjMwJZI5avI3TUfr-xTC_fVunqO5MKo" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen="" style="display: block;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;max-width: 100%;" class="fr-draggable" data-lf-form-tracking-inspected-kn9eq4roawkarlvp="true" data-lf-vimeo-playback-inspected-kn9eq4roawkarlvp="true" data-lf-yt-playback-inspected-kn9eq4roawkarlvp="true">&nbsp;</iframe>&nbsp;<h3>Can you give us an introduction to what Autoware is?&nbsp;</h3>Samet Kütük: The Autoware Project originated in 2015 at Nagoya University in Japan, initiated by Professor Shinpei Kato. Following its foundation the next year, Autoware has grown into being the world’s leading open-source project for autonomous driving, boasting more than 70 members, including many prominent companies working on autonomous vehicle technology, as well as 23 university partners.&nbsp;<h3>How does one become a member of Autoware?&nbsp;</h3>Samet Kütük:&nbsp;Autoware is an open-source project hosted on GitHub. Individuals or companies interested in joining can explore the codebase on their own. If they wish to engage further, they can reach out to us. The board evaluates the potential value of new members, offering different membership packages, including premium memberships and industry memberships, with varying fee structures for annual participation.<h3>&nbsp;Why is the Autoware project open source?&nbsp;</h3>Samet Kütük: The Autoware project adopts an open-source approach to address issues related to proprietary solutions. Many players in the industry follow proprietary models, which lack transparency and can create barriers for vehicle manufacturers (OEMs) and any potential autonomy users. Autoware’s open-source nature simplifies onboarding for OEMs, making the process more straightforward and cost-effective. This approach also allows for concept validation without heavy initial investments, providing a flexible and accessible platform.<h3>Does Autoware accelerate the development of autonomous vehicles?&nbsp;</h3>Samet Kütük:&nbsp;Absolutely. Autoware not only accelerates development but also aligns with the software-defined vehicle paradigm, emphasizing openness and transparency. Collaborative frameworks like Eclipse SDV and SOAFEE indicate a move towards more open approaches in the industry. Autoware’s open ecosystem facilitates collaboration between applications and hardware, enabling a smoother development process. Can you tell us more about the Robot Operating System (ROS)?Samet Kütük:&nbsp;Autoware is built on the Robot Operating System (ROS), a middleware with a wide audience. ROS simplifies system understanding and offers a direct path to product development. The flexibility extends to operating systems, with partnerships with major companies like Arm, providing custom builds to support the architecture. ROS plays a crucial role in data exchange, connecting vehicle components, sensors, and the operating system.&nbsp;<h3>What feedback have you received from people and members who’ve used the operating system?</h3>Samet Kütük:&nbsp;Member companies, including Leo Drive, develop autonomous solutions using generic Linux distributions for operating systems. While generic Linux distributions are suitable for initial development, some companies choose more specialized OSs, for production-ready systems once prototyping for concept validation is complete. Autoware project also has a direct path to use safety-capable operating systems of which we are discussing with our alliance partners. Where do you think we are with autonomous vehicles at the moment?&nbsp;Samet Kütük: Assessing the current state of autonomous vehicles is challenging. Even well-funded companies, like Argo.AI and Cruise, face difficulties, leading to operational restrictions, or closing shop. Regulatory uncertainties, especially for autonomous vehicles operating in densely populated urban areas, present significant hurdles. However, there are already significant success stories in geo-fenced applications in controlled environments, such as ports and warehouses.&nbsp;What’s your vision for the future of autonomous vehicles? Do you think geo-fenced areas will be the first application?&nbsp;Samet Kütük:&nbsp;Personally, I see good adoption in geo-fenced and controlled environments. While robo-taxis are not excluded from the future, regulatory compliance is a priority. Beyond regulation, technology development poses challenges, especially in diverse environmental conditions. Success stories are emerging in controlled environments, addressing transportation gaps and contributing to a greener planet.<h3>How do you believe autonomous vehicles will benefit society?&nbsp;</h3>Samet Kütük: Autonomous vehicles offer numerous societal benefits, including reduced road accidents caused by human factors. Shared mobility can fill transportation gaps, leading to fewer vehicles on the road, decreased traffic congestion, and lower greenhouse emissions. The positive impact extends to creating a more sustainable and environmentally friendly planet.&nbsp;<h3>What else do we need to know about Autoware?</h3>Samet Kütük:&nbsp;When considering Autoware, it’s crucial to understand that it is a full-stack software for autonomous driving, covering everything from vehicle and sensors to perception, localization, planning, and control. Autoware replaces human senses in a vehicle with sensors, transforming a traditional vehicle into a self-driving platform. Additionally, our commitment to the software-defined vehicle paradigm, through collaborations with external alliances like SOAFEE, Eclipse SDV, AVCC , COVESA, and AUTOSAR is integral to our future endeavors.<hr><h3 dir="ltr">Click through to read each of the report's chapters.</h3><main><h3><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Introduction</a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report?chapter=1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">I: Sensing Technologies</a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report?chapter=2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">II: Thinking and Learning</a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report?chapter=3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">III: EDGE and RTOS</a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report?chapter=4" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">IV: Communication and Connectivity</a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report?chapter=5" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">V: Security</a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report?chapter=6" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">VI: Tech Stack</a> </h3></main><h2>Leadership Interviews</h2><h3 dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-accelerating-av-development-through-customer-collaboration" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with Mouser </a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-building-trust-in-autonomous-driving-navigating-future-reliability-and-milestone-achievements" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with Murata&nbsp;</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-the-role-of-pcb-in-shaping-autonomous-vehicle-development/draft" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-the-role-of-pcb-in-shaping-autonomous-vehicle-development" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with MacroFab</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-exploring-the-future-of-high-performance-computing-in-autonomous-vehicles/draft" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-exploring-the-future-of-high-performance-computing-in-autonomous-vehicles" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with Nexperia</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-driving-global-standards/draft" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-driving-global-standards" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with SAE International</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-advancing-open-source-development-in-the-automotive-industry/draft" target="_blank"></a> Interview with Autoware Foundation<a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-insights-from-nvidia-about-artifical-intelligence-in-avs/draft" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-insights-from-nvidia-about-artifical-intelligence-in-avs" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with NVIDIA</a></h3>

In this interview, Samet Kütük, a board member of the Autoware Foundation -  the partner of this report - shares the crucial role of open-source initiatives for autonomous driving

2023 Autonomous Vehicle Report Interview: Advancing Open-Source Development in the Automotive Industry

Danny Shapiro, the Vice President of Automotive at NVIDIA discusses the challenges, breakthroughs, and vision that are propelling autonomous vehicles into the next era.

2023 Autonomous Vehicle Report Interview: Insights from NVIDIA about Artifical Intelligence in AVs

In this interview, Nexperia Engineering staff discuss the challenges and solutions ahead for autonomous vehicles. Download the full report to read all our sponsor interviews.<img src="https://images.wevolver.com/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJ3ZXZvbHZlci1wcm9qZWN0LWltYWdlcyIsImtleSI6ImZyb2FsYS8xNzAxMDkzMTQwODM0LUFWIGRvd25sb2FkIGJhbm5lci5wbmciLCJlZGl0cyI6eyJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjk1MCwiZml0IjoiY292ZXIifX19" style="width: 300px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"><iframe width="540" height="450" src="https://c8056756.sibforms.com/serve/MUIFAMBWtqlAziu5EwFUIjLCWmRdzCiwOJRx3R3LyYkfG1dfYIvOKLn1dfBY8M58jYUZY8sQm7DnIOmrBjZ93ycsAv4ICzMbRD95I3S4FIWFM6EU4i3C7yzFNYn-Kfm0vJN96NgNO2_w4BQcrnOEwEVShkElbpBLjOT3ARKFBFADGHd-PDjMwJZI5avI3TUfr-xTC_fVunqO5MKo" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen="" style="display: block;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;max-width: 100%;" class="fr-draggable" data-lf-form-tracking-inspected-kn9eq4roawkarlvp="true" data-lf-yt-playback-inspected-kn9eq4roawkarlvp="true" data-lf-vimeo-playback-inspected-kn9eq4roawkarlvp="true"></iframe> <hr>The automotive industry is grappling with the need to develop hardware that is not only reliable and efficient but also compact enough to fit within the confines of a vehicle. This challenge is amplified by the increasing demands of Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADAS) in autonomous vehicles, which require immense computational resources to process data from an array of sensors and cameras in real-time.The shift towards centralized ADAS architectures marks a significant departure from traditional vehicle design. These systems resemble mid-range server architectures, equipped with dedicated GPUs optimized for complex algorithms and self-learning capabilities. The processing power required for these systems is immense, necessitating the use of multiple high-power microchips. This evolution raises critical questions about the reliability, safety, and energy consumption of these computing units, especially given their crucial role in autonomous driving.An intriguing aspect of this technological evolution is the continued relevance of discrete components in automotive systems. Despite advancements in integrated circuits, discrete components like transistors, MOSFETs, and diodes remain vital due to their flexibility, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. This persistence underscores the dynamic nature of automotive semiconductor technology and its critical role in shaping the future of autonomous vehicles.In this brief interview below we heard from Nexperia engineers as they discuss how the increasing demand for computational power in vehicles is reshaping automotive design, the challenges in ensuring system safety and reliability, and the broader impact of these changes on the semiconductor industry.&nbsp;<h3 dir="ltr">What are the most recent trends in terms of incorporating new electronic devices into the vehicle and manufacturing processes?</h3>The automotive industry is undergoing a major transformation, with electronics playing an increasingly important role. Recent trends include electrification, connectivity, and autonomous driving. As the automotive industry shifts towards electric and hybrid vehicles, there is a growing demand for high power and wide-bandgap electronics solutions such as Silicon, SiC and GaN MOSFETs, IGBTs, diodes, and other semiconductor devices capable of efficiently managing and controlling electric power. Nexperia is at the forefront of this trend, developing innovative semiconductor solutions specifically tailored for electric vehicle applications, enabling higher efficiency, increased power density, and improved thermal management in automotive electronics.<h3 dir="ltr">How are vectors such as electrification, connectivity and autonomous vehicle developments influencing the role of electronics in automotive?</h3>Electrification, connectivity, and autonomous vehicle developments greatly influence the role of electronics in automotive applications. Electrified vehicles demand more semiconductor content, driving the need for advanced components. Connectivity requires seamless vehicle-infrastructure communication, while autonomous vehicles rely on complex sensor systems. All three vectors are interconnected, with electrified vehicles offering better options for advanced electronics. Components like camera systems, radar systems, and larger displays rely on electronics. Overall, these vectors amplify the role of electronics in the automotive industry, necessitating advancements in electronic components and systems to support powertrain control, communication capabilities, and autonomous functionalities.<h3 dir="ltr">How can electronics contribute to areas such as sustainability and efficient energy management?</h3>Electronics play a vital role in enabling sustainability and efficient energy management. At Nexperia, our focus on developing better power semiconductors enables more efficient cars and applications. By minimizing power losses and enhancing power conversion efficiency, our semiconductors significantly contribute to lower energy consumption, reduced carbon emissions, and extended range in electric vehicles. Efficient power electronics also support renewable energy systems, smart grids, and energy-efficient industrial applications. Through our semiconductor solutions, we strive to enable greener technologies, enhance energy efficiency, and drive the transition towards a more sustainable future.<h3 dir="ltr">How is your company working on innovating new electronic solutions, either for the vehicle or for your manufacturing processes?</h3>Every new car today already has approximately 600 Nexperia devices, and while our products are very small, the combined effort can have an impact on the efficiency and performance. Thus, we are working on innovating new electronic solutions for both vehicles and manufacturing processes. And while we continuously innovate the “workhorse” silicon, we are also developing leading-edge wide bandgap devices. These silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN) semiconductors offer higher efficiency and performance compared to traditional silicon-based devices.&nbsp;By incorporating wide bandgap devices, we enhance power efficiency and improve system performance, reduce size and weight of systems, extend the range of electric vehicles and reduce carbon emissions. We also prioritize the development of more efficient power semiconductors that minimize power losses and improve thermal performance. This ensures reliable and long-lasting electronic systems in vehicles, supporting their overall efficiency and reliability. Our compact and space-efficient package designs optimize PCB space, benefiting car manufacturing processes. By utilizing better-performing power semiconductors, we contribute to increased mileage for car batteries, promoting sustainable transportation. Nexperia remains dedicated to pushing innovation boundaries, focusing on wide bandgap devices, efficient power semiconductors, thermal performance, and space optimization to advance electronic solutions for the automotive industry.<a href="https://www.wevolver.com/profile/nexperia" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read more about Nexperia on Wevolver.</a><hr><h3 dir="ltr">Click through to read each of the report's chapters.</h3><main><h3><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Introduction</a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report?chapter=1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">I: Sensing Technologies</a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report?chapter=2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">II: Thinking and Learning</a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report?chapter=3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">III: EDGE and RTOS</a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report?chapter=4" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">IV: Communication and Connectivity</a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report?chapter=5" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">V: Security</a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report?chapter=6" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">VI: Tech Stack</a> </h3></main><h2>Leadership Interviews</h2><h3 dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-accelerating-av-development-through-customer-collaboration" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with Mouser </a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-building-trust-in-autonomous-driving-navigating-future-reliability-and-milestone-achievements" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with Murata&nbsp;</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-the-role-of-pcb-in-shaping-autonomous-vehicle-development/draft" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-the-role-of-pcb-in-shaping-autonomous-vehicle-development" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with MacroFab</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-exploring-the-future-of-high-performance-computing-in-autonomous-vehicles/draft" target="_blank"></a> Interview with Nexperia<a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-driving-global-standards/draft" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-driving-global-standards" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with SAE International</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-advancing-open-source-development-in-the-automotive-industry/draft" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-advancing-open-source-development-in-the-automotive-industry" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with Autoware Foundation</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-insights-from-nvidia-about-artifical-intelligence-in-avs/draft" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-insights-from-nvidia-about-artifical-intelligence-in-avs" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with NVIDIA</a></h3>

Sponsor interview with members of the Nexperia Engineering Team about the increasing demands of Advanced Driver-Assistance
Systems (ADAS) in autonomous vehicles.

2023 Autonomous Vehicle Report Interview: Exploring the Future of High-Performance Computing in Autonomous Vehicles

Interview with Misha Govshteyn, the CEO of MacroFab and 
Brenden Duncombe, the Director of Customer Engineering. 

2023 Autonomous Vehicle Report Interview: The Role of PCB in Shaping Autonomous Vehicle Development

Sponsor interview with Theresa Hackl, Application Marketing Engineer, Komei Takura, Senior Business Development Manager for Mobility and 
Yoichi Murakami, Senior Product Manager for Function Devices at Murata. 

2023 Autonomous Vehicle Report Interview: Building Trust in Autonomous Driving - Navigating Future Reliability and Milestone Achievements

In this interview, Mark Patrick, Director of Technical Content, EMEA at Mouser Electronics, discusses the importance and challenges of electronics for AV applications and how Mouser collaborates with customers to accelerate AV adoption. Download the full report to read all our sponsor interviews.<img src="https://images.wevolver.com/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJ3ZXZvbHZlci1wcm9qZWN0LWltYWdlcyIsImtleSI6ImZyb2FsYS8xNzAxMDkyNjIzNTc2LUFWIGRvd25sb2FkIGJhbm5lci5wbmciLCJlZGl0cyI6eyJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjk1MCwiZml0IjoiY292ZXIifX19" style="width: 300px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"><iframe width="540" height="450" src="https://c8056756.sibforms.com/serve/MUIFAMBWtqlAziu5EwFUIjLCWmRdzCiwOJRx3R3LyYkfG1dfYIvOKLn1dfBY8M58jYUZY8sQm7DnIOmrBjZ93ycsAv4ICzMbRD95I3S4FIWFM6EU4i3C7yzFNYn-Kfm0vJN96NgNO2_w4BQcrnOEwEVShkElbpBLjOT3ARKFBFADGHd-PDjMwJZI5avI3TUfr-xTC_fVunqO5MKo" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen="" style="display: block;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;max-width: 100%;" class="fr-draggable" data-lf-form-tracking-inspected-kn9eq4roawkarlvp="true" data-lf-yt-playback-inspected-kn9eq4roawkarlvp="true" data-lf-vimeo-playback-inspected-kn9eq4roawkarlvp="true">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</iframe><h3 dir="ltr" id="isPasted">Mark, could you please describe your role at Mouser and the company's activities?</h3>Mark Patrick: I oversee technical content for Mouser in EMEA. This role encompasses not just written content but also involves projects and event booth development aimed at engaging our primarily technical audience with relevant content and activities.&nbsp;Our goal is to both inspire and inform our audience, providing ideas and guidance on various projects, offering detailed instructions, code, hardware, and related materials. Ultimately, we are a technical distributor, supplying highly technical products to design engineers and component buyers. The technical marketing aspect is inherent in what we do, as authenticity is crucial when addressing our audience. This requires the collaboration of engineering and content teams. My background lies in semiconductors, technical sales, and application support. My engineering team consists of master-level electrical engineering students from the Technical University of Munich. They are a young, dynamic team capable of diverse tasks.<h3 dir="ltr">Thank you for the introduction. Can you elaborate on Mouser's activities?</h3>Mark Patrick:&nbsp;Certainly. In simple terms, Mouser is a global distributor with full authorization from all our manufacturers. We stock products from around 1,200 manufacturers, including well-known brands and specialized niche players. Our commerce platform allows anyone to purchase products needed for their development, design, or production processes.<h3 dir="ltr">You serve a wide range of customers, from OEMs to startups, correct?</h3>Mark Patrick:&nbsp;Our customer base is diverse, ranging from individuals, including DIY enthusiasts often referred to as 'Fred in the shed,' to small consultancies, and up to large corporations and OEMs. This includes well-known companies like Google and Apple, who seek the convenience of our services.<h3 dir="ltr">Could you tell us about Mouser's unique selling proposition (USP)?</h3>Mark Patrick:&nbsp;There are other organizations similar to Mouser, but our USP lies in our focus on new product introduction. We lead our marketing efforts with the latest products and designs. We maintain over a million individual part numbers in stock at one location, ensuring a high-quality customer experience. This means that what you see on our website is readily available. We offer authentic and traceable components, a critical factor in light of recent supply chain concerns. Our vast inventory and commitment to offering new and innovative products set us apart.<h3 dir="ltr">How do you stay updated on the latest products and technologies?</h3>Mark Patrick: We collaborate closely with our suppliers, maintaining a relationship that provides insights into their upcoming products and release schedules. We are prepared to create content, including technical details, for these products, ensuring we can go live as soon as the product hits the market. Additionally, we create content that becomes highly visible on search engines, helping customers find these new products quickly. This way, we facilitate access to technology and introduce it to new customers.<h3 dir="ltr">What are the benefits of Mouser's services for your customers?</h3>Mark Patrick:&nbsp;Our customers, often engineers working on designs, require rapid access to products, particularly during testing, proof of concept, and prototyping phases. They need assurance that the products are readily available. We offer this level of trust through our website, in-stock inventory, and our ability to deliver products within two to three days worldwide from a single location in the US. This high-quality service hinges on the convenience and ease of finding products, combined with our informative and inspirational content.With the increasing complexity of vehicles, particularly in the context of autonomous cars, how important is Mouser's service in providing the necessary technology and components?Mark Patrick:&nbsp;Autonomous vehicles rely on various technologies, many of which require semiconductors for their functionality. The increasing capabilities and functionalities in modern vehicles are directly enabled by semiconductors. These components are now essential for even basic features like reversing cameras, navigation systems, audio systems, and safety features. Semiconductors play a critical role in processing the data generated by sensors and providing a seamless user experience. As the automotive industry continues to innovate, the role of semiconductors will only grow.<h3 dir="ltr">If an OEM needs a specific part that doesn't exist, can Mouser assist in facilitating the creation of such parts?</h3>Mark Patrick: While we primarily stock standard products, we do collaborate with customers and tech support to address inquiries about specific components. However, for OEMs developing entirely new components, it is more common to work directly with manufacturers to create bespoke components, particularly given the scale of production in the automotive industry.<h3 dir="ltr">Regarding autonomous vehicles, do you think many of the underlying technologies and components are shared across different manufacturers?</h3>Mark Patrick: Yes, there are common components and technologies that serve specific functions in autonomous vehicles, such as connectors, semiconductors, and sensors. Many of these components are not exclusive to a single manufacturer. However, there can be custom parts created for specific OEMs. In general, a wide range of standard components can be used to build various aspects of autonomous vehicle systems, with the focus shifting more toward software and user experience differentiation.<h3 dir="ltr">When do you anticipate mass rollout of fully autonomous vehicles, and what are the main challenges to overcome?</h3>Mark Patrick: The rollout of fully autonomous vehicles is already happening to some extent, particularly at level two, where we see vehicles with various assistance features. To achieve higher levels of autonomy, there are technical, ethical, and social challenges to address. Technically, the necessary processing power and machine learning algorithms are increasingly available. Social acceptance of driverless cars and ethical considerations, such as decision-making in complex situations, remain areas of concern. While trials of fully autonomous vehicles are ongoing, predicting when they will become mainstream is challenging. However, we may see more of these services in cities across the world in the next five years.<h3 dir="ltr">Before fully autonomous vehicles become commonplace on the road, do you expect them to be used in controlled environments, like ports, airports, or factories?</h3>Mark Patrick:&nbsp;Yes, we are already witnessing the use of autonomous technology in controlled environments, such as autonomous ground vehicles and robots. In these settings, the technology is more readily accepted and deployed. The same principles can be applied to larger-scale deployments in defined geographical areas with established infrastructure. Controlled environments with specific infrastructure and limited interaction with the general public are more suitable for early adoption. Industrial facilities and warehouses are already leveraging autonomous technology for efficiency.&nbsp;<h3 dir="ltr">Is there anything else about Mouser or your role that you would like to mention for the report?</h3>Mark Patrick:&nbsp;Our primary role at Mouser is to enable access to technology. We work closely with our suppliers to ensure that those working on advanced systems have access to the technology they need, whether it is high-end processing power, sensing technologies, or a wide range of components. We offer a comprehensive range of products that can be used to build end-to-end systems. Essentially, we aim to provide everything customers need to develop their projects, from individual components to complete kits, making the process of accessing technology as straightforward as possible.<a href="https://www.wevolver.com/profile/mouser.electronics" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read more about Mouser on Wevolver.</a><hr><h3 dir="ltr" id="isPasted">Click through to read each of the report's chapters.</h3><main id="isPasted"><h3><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Introduction</a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report?chapter=1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">I: Sensing Technologies</a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report?chapter=2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">II: Thinking and Learning</a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report?chapter=3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">III: EDGE and RTOS</a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report?chapter=4" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">IV: Communication and Connectivity</a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report?chapter=5" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">V: Security</a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report?chapter=6" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">VI: Tech Stack</a> </h3></main><h2>Leadership Interviews</h2><h3 dir="ltr">Interview with Mouser <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-building-trust-in-autonomous-driving-navigating-future-reliability-and-milestone-achievements" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with Murata&nbsp;</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-the-role-of-pcb-in-shaping-autonomous-vehicle-development/draft" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-the-role-of-pcb-in-shaping-autonomous-vehicle-development" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with MacroFab</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-exploring-the-future-of-high-performance-computing-in-autonomous-vehicles/draft" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-exploring-the-future-of-high-performance-computing-in-autonomous-vehicles" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with Nexperia</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-driving-global-standards/draft" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-driving-global-standards" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with SAE International</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-advancing-open-source-development-in-the-automotive-industry/draft" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-advancing-open-source-development-in-the-automotive-industry" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with Autoware Foundation</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-insights-from-nvidia-about-artifical-intelligence-in-avs/draft" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-insights-from-nvidia-about-artifical-intelligence-in-avs" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with NVIDIA</a></h3>

Sponsor interview with Mark Patrick, the Director of Technical Content, EMEA at Mouser Electronics.

2023 Autonomous Vehicle Report Interview: Accelerating AV Development Through Customer Collaboration

<h1 id="isPasted">2023 Autonomous Vehicle Report</h1>In 2020, Wevolver launched its first <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2020.autonomous.vehicle.technology.report" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Autonomous Vehicle Report</a> that provided a comprehensive knowledge foundation about the technologies enabling autonomous cars. We are now pleased to launch a new report that surveys the advances in this arena over the last three years. Further, we provide a snapshot comparison of four leading AV companies, their tech stacks, and approaches to understand how these technologies are applied in actual use cases. The report is augmented with interviews with the report sponsors, who provide deeper insights into the current state of autonomous vehicles, highlighting their priorities, challenges, and leadership objectives.&nbsp;The report examines autonomy from the perspective of passenger vehicles, following the approach of the previous report. However, many of the technologies mentioned are also relevant for other autonomous vehicle types that are making a significant impact in industries and applications such as last-mile delivery, warehouse and logistics, agriculture, mining, search and rescue, and healthcare.&nbsp;To create this report, we interviewed dozens of industry experts and collaborated with technical researchers and writers from around the world. We have attempted to cover all relevant technologies; however, due to space constraints, we had to limit some areas.&nbsp;This report was made possible by the generous support of its sponsors, the tireless effort of the Wevolver team, the expertise and generosity of our consulting experts, and the attention to detail of our writers, researchers, and designers.We hope you find value in this report, and we look forward to continuing to make this critical knowledge available for all.<img src="https://images.wevolver.com/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJ3ZXZvbHZlci1wcm9qZWN0LWltYWdlcyIsImtleSI6ImZyb2FsYS8xNzAwODIwOTIwMDE1LU1pdHN1YmlzaGkgQ2hlbWljYWwgR3JvdXAgIEdyb3d0aCBHYXJhZ2UgIE9wZW4gSW5ub3ZhdGlvbiBQcm9ncmFtICg2OTQgeCA0MzIgcHgpICg5MDEgeCA1NjEgcHgpLnBuZyIsImVkaXRzIjp7InJlc2l6ZSI6eyJ3aWR0aCI6OTUwLCJmaXQiOiJjb3ZlciJ9fX0=" style="width: 300px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"><iframe width="540" height="450" src="https://c8056756.sibforms.com/serve/MUIFAMBWtqlAziu5EwFUIjLCWmRdzCiwOJRx3R3LyYkfG1dfYIvOKLn1dfBY8M58jYUZY8sQm7DnIOmrBjZ93ycsAv4ICzMbRD95I3S4FIWFM6EU4i3C7yzFNYn-Kfm0vJN96NgNO2_w4BQcrnOEwEVShkElbpBLjOT3ARKFBFADGHd-PDjMwJZI5avI3TUfr-xTC_fVunqO5MKo" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen="" style="display: block;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;max-width: 100%;" class="fr-draggable" data-lf-form-tracking-inspected-kn9eq4roawkarlvp="true" data-lf-yt-playback-inspected-kn9eq4roawkarlvp="true" data-lf-vimeo-playback-inspected-kn9eq4roawkarlvp="true">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</iframe><h2>Report Contributors</h2>Cassiano Ferro MoraesFlorianópolis, BrazilTechnical writer with an electrical engineering background and over five years of experience writing articles about electronics, renewable energy, and electric vehicles. Published multiple articles in IEEE explore, including publications in some of the most recognized conferences and journals of the power electronics industry. Vast experience writing articles in the field of electronics, renewable energy, power converters, hardware-in-the-loop, and electric vehicles at Write Choice.&nbsp;Dr. Miroslav MilovanovicNiš, SerbiaAssistant professor at the Faculty of Electronic Engineering, holding a PhD in Computer Science and Electrotechnics. Leader of the Laboratory for Intelligent Control within the Control Systems Department. Author of over 45 scientific publications, centered on Data Science and Deep Learning applications.Gustavo BruismaPato Branco, BrazilElectrical Engineer graduated at the Federal Technological University of Paraná (UTFPR) with MSc. degree in the same field with a deep focus on control systems for electric vehicles. Vast experience writing articles in the field of electronics, renewable energy, power converters, hardware-in-the-loop, and electric vehicles at Write Choice.&nbsp;Ana Carla SorgatoFlorianópolis, BrazilEnvironmental and Sanitary Engineer graduated at the Federal University of Santa Maria (UFSM) with a MSc. in Environmental Engineering from UFSC. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering at the Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC) and writing articles about renewable energy, electric vehicles, and engineering at Write Choice.Ian DicksonLondon, United KingdomFreelance automotive journalist and editor with more than two decades’ experience in consumer media and branded content. Cutting his teeth as a road tester on What Car? – where he learnt the art of turning the complex into the simple – he quickly moved through the ranks and ended up editor of MSN Cars, at the time the UK’s largest motoring website. For the past 10 years, he’s been creating and developing content and strategies for brands like Porsche, Ferrari, Volvo Cars and HERE Technologies.Samir JaberLeipzig, GermanyContent Specialist with a background in engineering, nanotechnology, and scientific research. Samir has comprehensive experience working with major engineering and technology companies as a writer, editor, and digital marketing consultant. Featured author in 30+ industrial magazines with a focus on IoT, nanotechnology, materials science, engineering, and sustainability. Samir is also an award-winning engineering researcher in the fields of nanofabrication and microfluidics. Editor-in-Chief of the Wevovler 2023 Edge AI Report.Danny ShapiroRedwood City, United StatesDanny Shapiro is NVIDIA’s Vice President of Automotive, focusing on solutions that enable faster and better design of automobiles, as well as in-vehicle solutions for infotainment, navigation and driver assistance. He's a 25-year veteran of the computer graphics and semiconductor industries, and has been with NVIDIA since 2009. Prior to NVIDIA, Danny served in marketing, business development and engineering roles at ATI, 3Dlabs, Silicon Graphics and Digital Equipment. He holds a BSE in electrical engineering and computer science from Princeton University and an MBA from the Hass School of Business at UC Berkeley. He lives in Northern California, where his home solar panel system charges his electric car.Alexander WischnewskiMunich, GermanyManaging Director and Co-Founder of, driveblocks, a modular, scalable, robust and safe platform for autonomous driving with a focus on commercial vehicle applications. Former PhD lead for the TUM Autonomous Motorsport team.&nbsp;Matteo BaraleMilan, ItalyCo-CEO of autonomous mobility startup, PIX MOVING. Design strategy expert with experience in robotics, industrial design, transportation, architecture, titled Technology Pioneer by World Economic Forum.&nbsp;David WebbLondon, United KingdomHead of Innovation at Centre for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles. David Webb is Head of Innovation for the UK Government’s Centre for Connected &amp; Autonomous Vehicles. CCAV works across government to support the UK’s developing connected and automated vehicle market. CCAV believes that CAVS could change the way we travel, making road transport safer, smoother and more accessible to all. David has a Masters in Aerospace Engineering from Queen Mary, University of London and has spent the last 10 years working for the Ministry of Defence in a variety of technical, analytical and engagement roles.&nbsp;John SoldatosAthens, GreeceHonorary Research Fellow at the University of GlasgowJohn Soldatos holds a Ph.D. in Electrical &amp; Computer Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens (2000) and is currently an Honorary Research Fellow at the University of Glasgow, UK (2014-present). He was Associate Professor and Head of the Internet of Things (IoT) Group at the Athens Information Technology (AIT), Greece (2006–2019), and Adjunct Professor at the Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA (2007–2010).&nbsp;He has significant experience working closely with large multi-national industries (e.g., IBM, INTRACOM, INTRASOFT International) as an R&amp;D consultant and delivery specialist while being a scientific advisor to various high-tech startup enterprises. Dr. Soldatos is an expert in Internet-of-Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies and applications, including IoT/AI applications in smart cities, finance (Finance 4.0), and industry (Industry 4.0).&nbsp;Jess MileyBerlin, Germany&nbsp;Content Director at WevolverContent specialist with a background in architecture and design. Jess has experience working with neuro-tech startups, animated video studios, and news sites as a writer, editor, and business innovation consultant.&nbsp;The text was further contributed to by our report sponsors and partner.&nbsp;<img src="https://images.wevolver.com/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJ3ZXZvbHZlci1wcm9qZWN0LWltYWdlcyIsImtleSI6ImZyb2FsYS8xNzAxMTE4ODczNjgzLXNwb25zb3JzIGxvZ29zLnBuZyIsImVkaXRzIjp7InJlc2l6ZSI6eyJ3aWR0aCI6OTUwLCJmaXQiOiJjb3ZlciJ9fX0=" style="width: 300px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"><h3 dir="ltr" id="isPasted">Click through to read each of the report's chapters.</h3>2023 Autonomous Vehicle ReportAutonomous Vehicle Introduction<a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-sensing-technologies/draft" target="_blank">Chapter 1: Sensing Technologies</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-thinking-and-learning/draft" target="_blank">Chapter 2: Thinking and Learning</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-edge-computing-and-real-time-operating-systems-for-autonomous-vehicles/draft" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Chapter 3: Edge Computing and Real-time Operating Systems for Autonomous Vehicles</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-communication-and-connectivity/draft" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Chapter 4: Communication and Connectivity</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-security/draft" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Chapter 5: Security</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-tech-stack-review/draft" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Chapter 6: Autonomous Vehicle Tech Stack Review</a>Leadership Interviews<a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-accelerating-av-development-through-customer-collaboration/draft" target="_blank">Interview with Mouser&nbsp;</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-building-trust-in-autonomous-driving-navigating-future-reliability-and-milestone-achievements/draft" target="_blank">Interview with Murata&nbsp;</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-the-role-of-pcb-in-shaping-autonomous-vehicle-development/draft" target="_blank">Interview with MacroFab</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-exploring-the-future-of-high-performance-computing-in-autonomous-vehicles/draft" target="_blank">Interview with Nexperia</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-driving-global-standards/draft" target="_blank">Interview with SAE International</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-advancing-open-source-development-in-the-automotive-industry/draft" target="_blank">Interview with Autoware Foundation</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-insights-from-nvidia-about-artifical-intelligence-in-avs/draft" target="_blank">Interview with NVIDIA</a>

<h1 id="isPasted">2023 Autonomous Vehicle Report</h1>In 2020, Wevolver launched its first <a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2020.autonomous.vehicle.technology.report" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Autonomous Vehicle Report</a> that provided a comprehensive knowledge foundation about the technologies enabling autonomous cars. We are now pleased to launch a new report that surveys the advances in this arena over the last three years. Further, we provide a snapshot comparison of four leading AV companies, their tech stacks, and approaches to understand how these technologies are applied in actual use cases. The report is augmented with interviews with the report sponsors, who provide deeper insights into the current state of autonomous vehicles, highlighting their priorities, challenges, and leadership objectives.&nbsp;The report examines autonomy from the perspective of passenger vehicles, following the approach of the previous report. However, many of the technologies mentioned are also relevant for other autonomous vehicle types that are making a significant impact in industries and applications such as last-mile delivery, warehouse and logistics, agriculture, mining, search and rescue, and healthcare.&nbsp;To create this report, we interviewed dozens of industry experts and collaborated with technical researchers and writers from around the world. We have attempted to cover all relevant technologies; however, due to space constraints, we had to limit some areas.&nbsp;This report was made possible by the generous support of its sponsors, the tireless effort of the Wevolver team, the expertise and generosity of our consulting experts, and the attention to detail of our writers, researchers, and designers.We hope you find value in this report, and we look forward to continuing to make this critical knowledge available for all.<img src="https://images.wevolver.com/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJ3ZXZvbHZlci1wcm9qZWN0LWltYWdlcyIsImtleSI6ImZyb2FsYS8xNzAwODIwOTIwMDE1LU1pdHN1YmlzaGkgQ2hlbWljYWwgR3JvdXAgIEdyb3d0aCBHYXJhZ2UgIE9wZW4gSW5ub3ZhdGlvbiBQcm9ncmFtICg2OTQgeCA0MzIgcHgpICg5MDEgeCA1NjEgcHgpLnBuZyIsImVkaXRzIjp7InJlc2l6ZSI6eyJ3aWR0aCI6OTUwLCJmaXQiOiJjb3ZlciJ9fX0=" style="width: 300px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"><iframe width="540" height="450" src="https://c8056756.sibforms.com/serve/MUIFAMBWtqlAziu5EwFUIjLCWmRdzCiwOJRx3R3LyYkfG1dfYIvOKLn1dfBY8M58jYUZY8sQm7DnIOmrBjZ93ycsAv4ICzMbRD95I3S4FIWFM6EU4i3C7yzFNYn-Kfm0vJN96NgNO2_w4BQcrnOEwEVShkElbpBLjOT3ARKFBFADGHd-PDjMwJZI5avI3TUfr-xTC_fVunqO5MKo" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen="" style="display: block;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;max-width: 100%;" class="fr-draggable" data-lf-form-tracking-inspected-kn9eq4roawkarlvp="true" data-lf-yt-playback-inspected-kn9eq4roawkarlvp="true" data-lf-vimeo-playback-inspected-kn9eq4roawkarlvp="true">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</iframe><h2>Report Contributors</h2>Cassiano Ferro MoraesFlorianópolis, BrazilTechnical writer with an electrical engineering background and over five years of experience writing articles about electronics, renewable energy, and electric vehicles. Published multiple articles in IEEE explore, including publications in some of the most recognized conferences and journals of the power electronics industry. Vast experience writing articles in the field of electronics, renewable energy, power converters, hardware-in-the-loop, and electric vehicles at Write Choice.&nbsp;Dr. Miroslav MilovanovicNiš, SerbiaAssistant professor at the Faculty of Electronic Engineering, holding a PhD in Computer Science and Electrotechnics. Leader of the Laboratory for Intelligent Control within the Control Systems Department. Author of over 45 scientific publications, centered on Data Science and Deep Learning applications.Gustavo BruismaPato Branco, BrazilElectrical Engineer graduated at the Federal Technological University of Paraná (UTFPR) with MSc. degree in the same field with a deep focus on control systems for electric vehicles. Vast experience writing articles in the field of electronics, renewable energy, power converters, hardware-in-the-loop, and electric vehicles at Write Choice.&nbsp;Ana Carla SorgatoFlorianópolis, BrazilEnvironmental and Sanitary Engineer graduated at the Federal University of Santa Maria (UFSM) with a MSc. in Environmental Engineering from UFSC. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering at the Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC) and writing articles about renewable energy, electric vehicles, and engineering at Write Choice.Ian DicksonLondon, United KingdomFreelance automotive journalist and editor with more than two decades’ experience in consumer media and branded content. Cutting his teeth as a road tester on What Car? – where he learnt the art of turning the complex into the simple – he quickly moved through the ranks and ended up editor of MSN Cars, at the time the UK’s largest motoring website. For the past 10 years, he’s been creating and developing content and strategies for brands like Porsche, Ferrari, Volvo Cars and HERE Technologies.Samir JaberLeipzig, GermanyContent Specialist with a background in engineering, nanotechnology, and scientific research. Samir has comprehensive experience working with major engineering and technology companies as a writer, editor, and digital marketing consultant. Featured author in 30+ industrial magazines with a focus on IoT, nanotechnology, materials science, engineering, and sustainability. Samir is also an award-winning engineering researcher in the fields of nanofabrication and microfluidics. Editor-in-Chief of the Wevovler 2023 Edge AI Report.Danny ShapiroRedwood City, United StatesDanny Shapiro is NVIDIA’s Vice President of Automotive, focusing on solutions that enable faster and better design of automobiles, as well as in-vehicle solutions for infotainment, navigation and driver assistance. He's a 25-year veteran of the computer graphics and semiconductor industries, and has been with NVIDIA since 2009. Prior to NVIDIA, Danny served in marketing, business development and engineering roles at ATI, 3Dlabs, Silicon Graphics and Digital Equipment. He holds a BSE in electrical engineering and computer science from Princeton University and an MBA from the Hass School of Business at UC Berkeley. He lives in Northern California, where his home solar panel system charges his electric car.Alexander WischnewskiMunich, GermanyManaging Director and Co-Founder of, driveblocks, a modular, scalable, robust and safe platform for autonomous driving with a focus on commercial vehicle applications. Former PhD lead for the TUM Autonomous Motorsport team.&nbsp;Matteo BaraleMilan, ItalyCo-CEO of autonomous mobility startup, PIX MOVING. Design strategy expert with experience in robotics, industrial design, transportation, architecture, titled Technology Pioneer by World Economic Forum.&nbsp;David WebbLondon, United KingdomHead of Innovation at Centre for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles. David Webb is Head of Innovation for the UK Government’s Centre for Connected &amp; Autonomous Vehicles. CCAV works across government to support the UK’s developing connected and automated vehicle market. CCAV believes that CAVS could change the way we travel, making road transport safer, smoother and more accessible to all. David has a Masters in Aerospace Engineering from Queen Mary, University of London and has spent the last 10 years working for the Ministry of Defence in a variety of technical, analytical and engagement roles.&nbsp;John SoldatosAthens, GreeceHonorary Research Fellow at the University of GlasgowJohn Soldatos holds a Ph.D. in Electrical &amp; Computer Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens (2000) and is currently an Honorary Research Fellow at the University of Glasgow, UK (2014-present). He was Associate Professor and Head of the Internet of Things (IoT) Group at the Athens Information Technology (AIT), Greece (2006–2019), and Adjunct Professor at the Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA (2007–2010).&nbsp;He has significant experience working closely with large multi-national industries (e.g., IBM, INTRACOM, INTRASOFT International) as an R&amp;D consultant and delivery specialist while being a scientific advisor to various high-tech startup enterprises. Dr. Soldatos is an expert in Internet-of-Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies and applications, including IoT/AI applications in smart cities, finance (Finance 4.0), and industry (Industry 4.0).&nbsp;Jess MileyBerlin, Germany&nbsp;Content Director at WevolverContent specialist with a background in architecture and design. Jess has experience working with neuro-tech startups, animated video studios, and news sites as a writer, editor, and business innovation consultant.&nbsp;The text was further contributed to by our report sponsors and partner.&nbsp;<img src="https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wevolver-project-images/froala%2F1701276054993-Untitled+%28600+x+200+px%29+%281%29.png" style="width: 300px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"><h2 id="isPasted">Leadership Interviews</h2><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-accelerating-av-development-through-customer-collaboration" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with Mouser </a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-building-trust-in-autonomous-driving-navigating-future-reliability-and-milestone-achievements" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with Murata </a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-the-role-of-pcb-in-shaping-autonomous-vehicle-development" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with MacroFab</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-exploring-the-future-of-high-performance-computing-in-autonomous-vehicles" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with Nexperia</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-driving-global-standards" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with SAE International</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-advancing-open-source-development-in-the-automotive-industry" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with Autoware Foundation</a><a href="https://www.wevolver.com/article/2023-autonomous-vehicle-report-interview-insights-from-nvidia-about-artifical-intelligence-in-avs" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Interview with NVIDIA</a>

Introduction

Sensing Technologies

Thinking and Learning

EDGE and RTOS

Communication and Connectivity

Security

Tech Stack

Examining the latest developments in self-driving vehicles.

2023 Autonomous Vehicle Technology Report

<a href="https://precisiebeurs.nl/home-en/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Precision Fair 2024</a>, held on November 13 and 14, 2024, at the Brabanthallen in 's-Hertogenbosch, the Netherlands, was a significant event in the field of precision technology. This fair served as a crucial platform for the entire precision technology value chain, emphasizing the importance of this technology as a stable foundation for many devices and components in our daily lives.&nbsp;Precision technology&nbsp;involves the development, production, and assembly of complex products requiring very high accuracy. Think, for example, of products such as microchips, microscopes, measuring equipment, and robots.During its 22nd edition, the Precision Fair facilitated meetings, collaborations, and knowledge sharing, which are essential to keep pace with rapid technological advancements.&nbsp;The event featured six main topics: Mechatronic Engineering Systems, Metrology, Vacuum &amp; Clean, Micro Processing, Motion &amp; Laser Photonics, and Production for High Precision. These topics allowed visitors to engage with experts and explore solutions in these cutting-edge areas.The Precision Fair has consistently played a pivotal role in bringing together various stakeholders in the precision technology sector to collaborate on the next generation of technological innovations. The event was organized by Mikrocentrum and supported by various media partners, underlining its significance in the industry.<iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/2NDTXiOq_C4?&amp;feature=youtu.be&amp;wmode=opaque&amp;rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe> <h2 dir="ltr">Highlights from the Precision Fair 2023</h2>Highlights from the 2-day event included:<h3 dir="ltr">Innovative Deburring Machines&nbsp;</h3>Dieter Munz, Director of Ultratec Innovation GmbH, presented deburring machines equipped with a robotic system for 24/7 workpiece loading. This innovation highlighted the strides in automation and manufacturing efficiency.<h3 dir="ltr">European Semiconductor Market Insights</h3>Dr. Theresa Spaan-Burke from VDMA EMINT provided valuable insights into the European semiconductor market, discussing its business climate and future outlook, which is crucial for understanding industry trends.<h3 dir="ltr">Digital Transformation in Precision Machines</h3>Mauro Fusco, Senior Application Engineer at The MathWorks BV, discussed the integration of digital technologies in precision machines, emphasizing the importance of digital transformation in enhancing machine performance.<h3 dir="ltr">The Power of Precision</h3>Frank Loobeek from <a href="https://mifa.eu/en" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Mifa Aluminium BV</a> highlighted the significance of precision in manufacturing, focusing on how precision impacts product quality and performance.<h3 dir="ltr">Advancements in Metal Additive Manufacturing</h3>Rob van Loon from <a href="https://www.kmwe.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">KMWE Precision BV</a> explored the challenges and solutions in metal additive manufacturing, particularly focusing on the impact of tolerances on manufacturability and cost.<h3 dir="ltr">Data-Driven Design Improvement</h3>Dr. Willem Dijkstra from VDL ETG presented on the use of data analytics in improving the design and reliability of precision components, showcasing the potential of data-driven approaches in precision engineering.<h1 dir="ltr">Young Talent Award Winners</h1>New innovations will be driven by the next generation, which is why Mikrocentrum offers young talent and their budding technology projects a stage there through its Young Talent Program.&nbsp;Start-ups and student teams send in a 30-second pitch about their technology or product and hold a three-minute pitch on the day itself. A jury composed of Bert-Jan Woertman, the Director of Mikrocentrum, and Richard Hulskes, Co-founder of Wevolver, among others, decide the winners based on factors such as the design and substantiation underpinning the presented innovation.<h3 dir="ltr">2024 Young Talent Award Winners&nbsp;</h3><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/mikrocentrum/" target="_blank">Mikrocentrum</a> presented the Young Talent Award to <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/project-march/" target="_blank">Project MARCH</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/wevolver/" target="_blank">Wevolver</a> to <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/team-polar/" target="_blank">Team POLAR</a>. Both teams make real social impact with their solutions.Project March creates exoskeletons that enable people with spinal cord injuries to have a greater range of motion and movement. &nbsp;help people with spinal cord injuries.&nbsp;<img src="https://images.wevolver.com/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJ3ZXZvbHZlci1wcm9qZWN0LWltYWdlcyIsImtleSI6ImZyb2FsYS8xNzAwNDc1NjU0OTQxLTNELU1vZGVsLW9mLU1hcmNoLUlWLmpwZyIsImVkaXRzIjp7InJlc2l6ZSI6eyJ3aWR0aCI6OTUwLCJmaXQiOiJjb3ZlciJ9fX0=" style="width: 300px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">Concept of the exoskeleton. Image: Project March.&nbsp;Team Polar aims to venture into the unexplored territories of the Antarctic with an autonomous and sustainable vehicle. They want to enable global accessibility of Antarctic research via a modular research platform, detecting new routes, and doing this all in an economical, safe and environmentally-friendly way.&nbsp;Team Polar won $5000 worth of media support from Wevolver. Stay tuned for more articles about this innovative group soon!

The Precision Fair 2023 served as a platform for professionals to share knowledge, explore new ideas, and witness the latest technological advancements, underlining the sector's vital role in various industries and scientific research.

Precision Fair Trade Show showcases young talent enabling autonomous Antarctic research

<h2 dir="ltr" id="isPasted">FREE REPORT:&nbsp; Reducing Human Driver Error and Setting Realistic Expectations with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems</h2>Thousands die or are injured each year in automobile crashes. 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So seems an appropriate time to offer an overview of the only two commercial robotaxi operations available for public use, as well as my firsthand experience with their efforts.Despite repeated annual promises from Elon Musk that Tesla owners would be able to send out their vehicles to earn money as robotaxis, the leading EV manufacturer is not much closer to delivering this capability than it was in 2016. Instead, as of September, 2023, we currently have only Waymo and Cruise offering fully driverless ride-hailing services on public roads.Waymo has offered paid driverless rides to members of the public in Chandler, AZ since October 2020 and has since expanded to virtually the entire Phoenix metropolitan area. This summer, the California Public Utilities Commission granted permits to Waymo and General Motors-owned Cruise to launch 24/7 fared operations throughout the city of San Francisco. Waymo started its service there in mid-August.Cruise launched its paid service that covers about one-third of San Francisco during nighttime hours in June 2022. Last December, Cruise expanded into the Phoenix suburbs and Austin, Texas. Readers probably have heard about the Cruise’s challenges in San Francisco: groups of its vehicles stuck on the same block, confused robotaxis obstructing traffic, delaying emergency services and driving into wet concrete. This has led to Cruise cutting the San Francisco fleet of 200-plus vehicles in half while the company addresses the problems.<h2>Is the novelty worth the wait?</h2>In Austin, which I visited in June and September 2023, Cruise operates a much smaller fleet, as it is expanding test operations to 10 U.S. cities. It is holding off on building more Chevy Bolt-based robotaxis while it waits on National Highway Traffic Admin. (NHTSA) approval for the company’s purpose-built Origin. Rides are available on any given night between 8 p.m. and 5:30 a.m. During this time, there are around 8 or 10 driverless Bolts roaming the city north of the Colorado River waiting for passengers.<img src="https://images.wevolver.com/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJ3ZXZvbHZlci1wcm9qZWN0LWltYWdlcyIsImtleSI6ImZyb2FsYS8xNzAwMDU3NzMxMzU3LUhTQi1ibG9nLWhlYWRlci0yLmpwZyIsImVkaXRzIjp7InJlc2l6ZSI6eyJ3aWR0aCI6OTUwLCJmaXQiOiJjb3ZlciJ9fX0=" style="width: 300px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">Small fleets mean long wait times. Image: Cruise.Hailing a ride is very much like requesting an Uber or Lyft. You enter your destination in Cruise’s smartphone app and in a minute or two, it will tell you when the robotaxi is expected to arrive. That’s where the problem starts. The small fleet means you may be waiting considerably longer for a pickup than you would a conventional ride-hail. For the first ride on my most recent trip, arrival took nearly 25 minutes, a problem exacerbated by extremely convoluted routing. At one point I observed exactly what added five minutes to my wait time: I could see the car a block away and watched it turn to loop another six blocks instead of driving straight toward me.Once onboard, the routes were equally complex for no discernible reason. Returning from the University of Texas campus to my hotel, Google Maps came up with a route with an estimated drive time of seven minutes. The Cruise route had many seemingly unnecessary turns that took the car further from the destination before turning in the right direction. It ultimately took about 27 minutes to arrive despite no traffic. While having automated vehicles use maneuvers such as three right turns to avoid an “unprotected” left turn is reasonable from a safety-optimization standpoint, turning off a major one-way thoroughfare with no traffic to instead loop through a neighborhood seemingly adds risk.The Cruise vehicles I rode in never did anything particularly unsafe, although the path planning did result in some unusually wide turns. At one point, we passed another Cruise vehicle stalled in the middle of the road with its hazard lights flashing. Since my previous ride in June, Cruise has expanded the pickup and drop-off locations in Austin, so I didn’t have to walk six blocks to get a ride. At this point, however, the inconvenience of long waits and extended rides means I wouldn’t recommend the service for anything more than a novelty for someone who wants to experience one possible version of our new mobility future.This article was written by Sam Abuelsamid.

Cruise robotaxi on the job in San Francisco. (Cruise)

Cruise and Waymo have proven fully-automated ride-hail technology can work in certain conditions, but the services remain more a novelty than a competitive alternative.

Are robotaxis ready for prime time?

The intralogistics specialist STILL, a subsidiary of the KION Group, leads the German project consortium of the Intelligent Motion Control -IMOCO4.E- research project.The goal of the IMOCO4.E project is to enable intelligent trucks to navigate autonomously in a factory or warehouse.In numerous warehousing and production settings, semi-autonomous trucks are already in use and have already proven to be profitable assets. However, they remain constrained by certain limitations.&nbsp;While these trucks can presently detect obstacles and apply brakes independently, achieving complete self-driving capabilities requires further development. Intelligent trucks should be able to navigate warehouse environments fully autonomously. They should be able to understand their surroundings, avoid obstacles, and find the most efficient routes.The IMOCO4.E project focuses on applying solutions based on Artificial Intelligence (AI) to address challenges in four main scenarios: navigation, collection, and movement of goods, and delivery to their final position.In this context, STILL's iGo neo platform, which already comes very close to the idea of this autonomously driving vehicle due to its 'intelligent' equipment and the resulting capabilities, &nbsp;was equipped with an Alphasense Autonomy unit from Sevensense Robotics.<img src="https://images.wevolver.com/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJ3ZXZvbHZlci1wcm9qZWN0LWltYWdlcyIsImtleSI6ImZyb2FsYS8xNjk5NDQ4MDQ2ODU4LUFwbGhhc2Vuc2UgQXV0b25vbXkgaW5zdGFsbGVkIG9uIGlHTyBOZW8ucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjo5NTAsImZpdCI6ImNvdmVyIn19fQ==" style="width: 300px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="Alphasense Autonomy unit installed on a STILL iGo neo platform - Image credits STILL">Alphasense Autonomy leverages Visual AI technology to provide precise navigation and obstacle avoidance capabilities in complex and dynamic warehouse environments -with racking, inbound and outbound areas, and even when transitioning from indoors to outdoors.The Visual AI system maps out the environment and provides precise positioning without using any type of infrastructure.In addition, Sevensense is prototyping the implementation of AI to perform Semantic Scene Understanding, which allows the vehicles to extract information about the objects in their environment, to detect, classify, determine the position, -and when applicable, predict the movement of obstacles e.g. people and vehicles, and other objects of interest such as pallets, docking or charging stations.With this information, the vehicles are able to adapt their navigation behavior -stopping, slowing down, or overtaking obstacles-, based on real-time perception, allowing them to interact with the environment, for example, docking, picking, or charging, while safely sharing the floor with moving elements like people and other vehicles.“In the IMOCO4.E4.E project, STILL is partly refining and extending existing approaches with regard to general interactions of his iGo neo platform in an unknown environment. The high precision and reliability of the localization provided by Sevensense's Visual AI technology is of great benefit here",&nbsp;says Ansgar Bergmann, responsible for the IMOCO4.E project at STILL.The collaboration between Sevensense Robotics and STILL within the IMOCO4.E research project marks a significant stride toward the realization of fully autonomous trucks in warehouse and factory environments.The project is scheduled to be completed in the fourth quarter of 2024.<a href="https://www.sevensense.ai/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about Sevensense Robotics and its Visual AI technology</a>

STILL's iGo neo platform operating in a warehouse setting - image credits STILL

Sevensense’s Visual AI implemented into STILL's iGo neo platform for precise Autonomous Navigation and Pallet Handling

Still Incorporates Visual AI Technology on IMOCO4.E Research Project

<h2 dir="ltr" id="isPasted">FREE REPORT: Reducing Human Driver Error and Setting Realistic Expectations with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems</h2>Thousands die or are injured each year in automobile crashes. Bringing automated driving systems technologies into the advanced driver assist systems (ADAS) and connected vehicle space will help humans drive more safely and better prepare us for automated vehicles (AVs).Learn more about ADAS and ADS implementation with the goal of reaching zero deaths and serious injuries by downloading this FREE report from SAE International (valued at $50).&nbsp;<img src="https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wevolver-project-images/froala%2F1700754212997-Reducing+Human+Driver+Error+and+Setting+Realistic+Expectations+with+Advanced+Driver+Assistance+Systems.png" style="width: 300px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"><h2 dir="ltr"><iframe width="540" height="740" src="https://c8056756.sibforms.com/serve/MUIFAMdP0A_OGmbm1FBUdHG4Kch9Yvcfk0o7_Lq0Ywvq_bW5DACvNKJTxu581PWdSkLw1Lzm_3zXkKgpDQ0qa9wZF0aMleCF9Dht6uXrWjeRGuMlIbLAG00tAE1k1Zj9J3qZyOnF08P7PZYck76ldPDyWzCbrD6Tvrokkm59XTxP7P4hV7Gz2fXT6er4g7NK0E8nq6obPbX1dAqy" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen="" style="display: block;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;max-width: 100%;" class="fr-draggable">&nbsp;</iframe>Moving toward vehicles equipped with Automated Driving System (ADS) technologies</h2>Over the last 100 years, the transportation industry has been developed primarily around human operators. For example, roadway signs were designed to be easily seen, read and interpreted by humans. However, as vehicle-automation technologies are evolving, driving responsibilities are beginning to shift from the human operator to the automobile. The industry is rapidly moving toward vehicles equipped with Automated Driving System (ADS) technologies&nbsp;— a but a key concern for this inevitable mass deployment of ADS-equipped vehicles is earning public confidence that ADS technology can safely and reliably operate in a mixed environment of automated and human drivers.There also is the expectation that the ADS-equipped vehicles perform equal to or better than their human counterparts.In this vein, ADS developers and Infrastructure Owner-Operators (IOOs) that manage the roadways aspire to safe and efficient operation of automated vehicles. The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT’s) Federal Highway Administration’s (FWHA) Testing and Pilot Design, Development and Evaluation Framework (i.e. “the Framework”) project for ADS-developers and IOOs was launched to assist in fostering collaboration. The goal was to develop a collaborative framework to use in ADS test and pilot programs — the outcomes of which can benefit both ADS and infrastructure entities.Collaboration, not regulation The successful operation of ADSs on U.S. roadways is heavily dependent upon the ADS being able to reliably interpret and navigate its surrounding environment. However, there remain many challenges: ADSs navigating complex traffic scenarios, adapting in adverse weather and identifying infrastructure that facilitates the ADS’ navigation, to name a few. Given that ADS developers and roadway stakeholders seem to own diverse but complementary visions of the testing and evaluation needs, the likelihood of safe and efficient deployment is necessarily contingent on productive industry-wide collaboration.The FHWA Framework for successful testing and evaluation of ADS and roadway features emphasizes collaboration among the ADS and infrastructure organizations (see more <a href="https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/publications/fhwahop21012/fhwahop21012.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-lf-fd-inspected-kn9eq4roawkarlvp="true">here</a>). The Framework is technology-independent and consists of a broad set of processes and examples that advise without prescribing regulations or policy. Instead, the Framework adopts the notion that validation and testing of ADS technologies and various infrastructure features is essential to paving the way for safe deployment of ADS-equipped vehicles into the road network.Collaborative testing promises to provide resolution to these issues, resulting in a safe and efficient deployment of ADS. Overall, these efforts will further advance deployment of ADS-equipped vehicles onto roadways throughout the U.S. — with desired outcomes benefiting both ADS and infrastructure entities.Consider a typical State Department of Transportation (DOT) operations scenario where a busy highway is being resurfaced or expanded. Presently, the procedures and standards outlined by the DOT are designed to maximize the safety of the crew within the work zone, while still ensuring mobility for drivers around the work zone. For instance, one direction of travel is shifted from the left lane over the centerline into a lane typically used for the opposite direction of travel (see Figure 1).<img src="https://images.wevolver.com/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJ3ZXZvbHZlci1wcm9qZWN0LWltYWdlcyIsImtleSI6ImZyb2FsYS8xNjk5MzY0NTQ3Mzc1LTE2OTkzNjQ1NDczNzUucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjo5NTAsImZpdCI6ImNvdmVyIn19fQ==" id="isPasted" class="fr-fic fr-dii">Figure 1: Example of typical work-zone traffic-flow arrangement. The FHWA's framework for ADS developers seeks to assure that all ADSs would recognize this scenario. (U.S. DOT)Can anyone be certain that the automated vehicles of tomorrow will be able to operate safely through a work zone? The answer lies in the quality and scope of testing. Both the developers of the ADS and the workers within the DOT have a keen interest in how this testing is administered and evaluated.Framework overview The Framework was developed with extensive engagement and input from both ADS and roadway stakeholders, including automotive OEMs, suppliers, technology companies and state, federal and regional government entities. It is far more likely that their combined perspectives can accomplish these goals more rapidly and with fewer errors than could the respective individual entities.<img src="https://images.wevolver.com/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJ3ZXZvbHZlci1wcm9qZWN0LWltYWdlcyIsImtleSI6ImZyb2FsYS8xNjk5MzY0NjYxODkwLTE2OTkzNjQ2NjE4OTAucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjo5NTAsImZpdCI6ImNvdmVyIn19fQ==" style="width: 300px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">Figure 2: The framework describes nine overarching themes that support its four key test phases. (U.S. DOT) As shown in Figure 2, the Framework addresses nine overarching themes (described below) that support the four key test phases. The Framework embodies the contextual examples, real-world lessons learned, and various considerations, as they will vary across different tests and disciplines (e.g., ADS developers, IOOs, first responders, fleet operators). Each party has a responsibility to engage in the testing and evaluation process for automated driving systems, and this Framework enables collaborative support toward the shared goals.Collaboration Collaboration between ADS and IOO stakeholders is critical for successful testing and evaluation. Stakeholder collaboration allows for early detection and resolution of ADS issues related to technical, organizational, and strategic test implementations. Open and frequent interactions lead to improved test outcomes.As an example, the Pennsylvania DOT (PennDOT) recognized the need to prepare for the mass deployment of ADS across the state and assembled nine partners (Blazina, 2019), and (Paez, 2019) to work on changing infrastructure to support ADS in work zones by using distinctive coatings for lane markings and barrels to aid in detection by the ADS. In addition, the project developed advanced mapping and communications systems for safe ADS navigation at and around 17 different work zones. Prior to testing in active work zones, the partnership conducted validation in virtual environments, then at a test track. PennDOT will have a better understanding of how ADS systems operate in certain conditions, and thus will be better-equipped to fulfill its mandate for keeping drivers safe and informed.Common Ground Common Ground refers to creating a common or shared working environment so that ADS and IOO stakeholders fully understand each other. When executing ADS/roadway tests, all parties will have clearly-defined expectations, outcomes and success criteria; these include: common goals and benefits, common terminology and common metrics and measures.Test Logistics Test Logistics refers to what to test, how to test, and where to test. This includes development of test scenarios, testing methodologies and the test environment.Institutional / Organization Issues Having organizational experts from both the ADS and IOO organizations participate early and throughout the test phases will greatly aid in navigating any difficulties. The Framework adopts the premise that for ADS/roadway testing and evaluation, safety of all road users is the greatest priority. Within this premise, state and local regulatory policies must be developed, requiring that the policymakers be well-informed on relevant topics and kept up to date on developments.Roles and Responsibilities In the process of ADS/roadway testing and evaluation, it is important to identify whom from the various organizations needs to participate, what roles within the organizations are needed and when (i.e., in which test phases) they need to participate.Plans For a collaborative environment to exist, stakeholders’ participation as part of the test-design plan, data-collection plan and evaluation plan can be beneficial.One example is Waymo’s First Responder Engagement Plan. The objective of this plan is to, in an emergency scenario, provide first responders with the knowledge they need to safely identify, approach and interact with a vehicle equipped with an ADS.Sharing Opportunities Data is a key issue that requires thorough discussions from IOO and ADS stakeholders to avoid challenges (e.g., proprietary data/information, use of data). Resource sharing includes sharing of skills and expertise in addition to sharing of information and existing data.An example is the Arizona IAM Consortium Collaborative Data Sharing. Arizona’s IAM consortium is leveraging existing infrastructure to collect performance data on public roads.A New Driver The new driver of tomorrow will be the vehicle. This Framework is an instrument that provides examples and scenarios to those conducting tests, pilots to prepare for a safe and functional road network with, at first, both human and ADS drivers sharing the road — and then aid in transitioning the network into the ‘new normal.’Success Factors The most critical success factors include enhancement of technical maturity, comprehension of ADS, roadway test elements, the process, stakeholder engagement and collaboration and ongoing public communications. The Framework aids in assisting the ADS and IOO participants in defining test success factors within each test phase.FRAMEWORK APPLICATION The activities for successful collaborative testing and evaluation can be categorized into four test phases, shown in Figure 3.<img src="https://images.wevolver.com/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJ3ZXZvbHZlci1wcm9qZWN0LWltYWdlcyIsImtleSI6ImZyb2FsYS8xNjk5MzY0NzczMTM2LTE2OTkzNjQ3NzMxMzYucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjo5NTAsImZpdCI6ImNvdmVyIn19fQ==" style="width: 300px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">Figure 3: The FHWA Framework's four key test phases. (U.S. DOT) Pre-Test Phase The output of the Pre-Test phase is a clearly-identified problem statement that is based both on the internal needs of the ADS developers and the industry. Program risks – including operational, technical, data, legal and financial — should be identified during this phase.Test Definition Phase The objective of the Test Definition phase is to conduct activities which help define the technical and data facets of a collaborative test program. Having clearly-defined success criteria ensures an overall higher test quality.Test Execution Phase In the Test Execution phase, both technical and data facets of the collaborative ADS and roadway testing proceed as defined in the Test Plan. The focus is on efficient collection of performance data. After completion, ADS performance data is gathered and reviewed to determine if the system is ready to advance to the next phase. For example, if the performance failure at night is considered critical by the stakeholders, then it is likely new tests will be scheduled after updates are made.Post-Test Phase In the Post-Test phase, stakeholders review data insights, store data and discuss lessons learned and evaluate the processes used, which drives future programs. This collaborative effort directly leads to a higher level of confidence among the stakeholders — and by extension the public — that the ADS-equipped vehicles will be safely deployed among existing human drivers.<img src="https://images.wevolver.com/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJ3ZXZvbHZlci1wcm9qZWN0LWltYWdlcyIsImtleSI6ImZyb2FsYS8xNjk5MzY0ODM3MzM2LTE2OTkzNjQ4MzczMzYucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjo5NTAsImZpdCI6ImNvdmVyIn19fQ==" style="width: 300px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">Figure 4: Driverless robotaxis such as Cruise's AV are a high-profile example of the need for collaboration between AV developers and infrastructure entities. (Cruise) Advancing Successful Outcomes ADS technologies traditionally have been developed and tested with little or no discussion with roadway stakeholders.However, the Collaborative Research Framework for Automated Driving System Developers and Infrastructure Owners and Operators addresses collaboration from multiple perspectives throughout the test lifespan. It provides examples of where collaboration has yielded successful outcomes, the benefits of collaboration and information on how and when to collaborate.Successful collaboration among stakeholders will allow for early detection and resolution of ADS and infrastructure issues related to technical, organization and strategic test implementations. Ultimately, this helps focus the efforts of both the ADS development teams and IOO stakeholders working toward the common goal of safe and efficient deployment of autonomous vehicles.<h2>Learn more about SAE</h2>This is the first of a series of articles sponsored by SAE on topics related to automotive and transport. 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The Mercedes-Benz Drive Pilot automated-driving system engages distinctively-colored marker lights to inform other road users that the vehicle's ADS is engaged. (Mercedes-Benz)

The Mercedes-Benz EQS sedan equipped with the company’s Drive Pilot automated driving system (ADS), which the company said is the first vehicle with SAE Level 3 automated-driving capability approved by two U.S. states – California and Nevada – for operation on public roads. (Mercedes-Benz).


The 'Framework' for AV development

Imagine your dream car of the future. Perhaps it’s completely autonomous and can drive you wherever you need to go, while allowing you to get some work done and catch up on your favorite TV show on the road. And the cherry on top? The vehicle drops you off while it finds a parking spot where it can charge itself while it waits for you to recall it to your current location.This description of the futuristic car points to a new automotive trend where vehicles are increasingly becoming data centers on wheels that need to be able to monitor their “health” in order to function effectively, efficiently, securely, reliably, and safely. Silicon lifecycle management (SLM) is the answer to the many questions that arise as we move toward self-driving electric vehicles (EVs) with more sophisticated infotainment systems.The automotive industry is witnessing compute consolidation and expansion of compute power in the vehicle, as increasingly complicated features are being powered through an EV charging system in a wide range of environments and temperatures across the globe. The question becomes not only how we do this, but how do we know the more advanced silicon being put into cars is working well and will work well for years to come? With a vehicle’s average lifecycle expectancy increasing to 15+ years, such parameters become critical to scale future updates.&nbsp;SLM provides a way to monitor the many stages of automotive systems-on-chips (SoCs) from testing and manufacturing to their function in the vehicle. This data is critical to OEMs as they deploy over-the-air (OTA) updates that proactively solve issues for today’s vehicles. SLM is also relevant to the next generation of software-defined vehicles as OEMs gather insight and visibility into key challenges and determine how they’ll need to shift their production to address those.&nbsp;Read on to find out what the largest technology challenges are for automotive chips, the corresponding OEM difficulties, and how SLM can help address both categories of challenges to help make your next software-defined vehicle run for longer, provide more convenient features, and become more resilient against security and safety threats.<img src="https://images.wevolver.com/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJ3ZXZvbHZlci1wcm9qZWN0LWltYWdlcyIsImtleSI6ImZyb2FsYS8xNjk4ODUxNzIyNTYxLWF1dG9tb3RpdmUtYWRhcy1vbi10aGUtcm9hZC53ZWJwIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjo5NTAsImZpdCI6ImNvdmVyIn19fQ==" style="width: 766px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"><h2 id="isPasted">Automotive SoC Challenges</h2>New, custom automotive-grade SoCs are necessary to handle the increase in centralized compute required for the software-defined vehicle. As these automotive chips become smaller and more complex, the physics of these new form factors will increase the need to understand their performance.While the entire industry is facing new challenges posed by the accelerated scaling of device and system complexity, the challenge becomes even more complicated with automotive silicon due to increased safety, reliability, and security needs. Below are the four main buckets of challenges automotive chip designers are faced with:<ul><li>Accelerated Adoption of Advanced Process Nodes: For each new technology node, transistor densities continue to increase. While this density provides a great opportunity for adding technology capabilities, it also creates new challenges such as significant variability in the manufacturing process. This broadens the design envelope unless process variability across the die can be measured using sensors and monitoring structures. Automotive companies are now exploring multi-die systems as a solution to overcome this scale complexity challenge.</li><li>Multi-Die System Adoption: As packaging becomes more advanced for multi-die systems, combinations of dies are ‘married’ together in various configurations, from stacked dies to 2.5 and 3D packaging and beyond. Given this, it’s important to be able to trace where each die sits on the process spread.</li><li>System Complexity: Data aggregation as it relates to security, aging, and degradation, as well as power and computational throughput are all concerns stemming from system complexity. Additionally, the in-field systems of tomorrow will have multiple software updates throughout their lifetimes. If not managed carefully, updated software may cause vehicles to consume more power, shorten their lifetimes, and have a negative impact on user experiences.</li><li>Workload Increase: Finally, workloads for automotive chips can be unpredictable, requiring real-time optimization and application diversity which can add further challenges and extra considerations.&nbsp;</li></ul><img src="https://images.wevolver.com/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJ3ZXZvbHZlci1wcm9qZWN0LWltYWdlcyIsImtleSI6ImZyb2FsYS8xNjk4ODUxNzQ2Njk2LTM0Mi1hdXRvLXNsbS1wYXRoLXRvLWFuZ3N0cm9tICgxKS53ZWJwIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjo5NTAsImZpdCI6ImNvdmVyIn19fQ==" style="width: 766px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"><section id="isPasted"><h2>Automotive OEM Challenges</h2>Combining the technical challenges of automotive silicon with the broader landscape of OEM challenges is where the rubber really meets the road for SLM solutions. There are many different obstacles and considerations for OEMs when designing their vehicles and making decisions about how to resolve issues that arise during a vehicle’s lifetime on the road.<ul><li>Warranty Costs and Recalls: The more complicated a system, the greater the opportunity for potential failures and the harder it is to resolve them in a timely manner. Recalls can become a huge cost consideration for OEMs. This also leads to a greater impact on supply chain disruptions and, as we mentioned above, potentially more chip shortage events.</li><li>Increasing Security Challenges: As more cars receive OTA software updates, new vulnerabilities arise and can become especially worrisome if they were to affect a self-driving car. OEMs are increasingly focusing on reliability, security, and safety given these new factors.</li><li>Overhaul of Electrical/Electronic Architectures: Zonal architectures are changing with new features such as electrified powertrains, advanced infotainment systems, the ADAS / L3+ autonomous driving level, and overall faster release cycles.</li><li>Accelerating Time to Market: New global entrants into the automotive field have put pressure on existing OEMs to speed up their own more traditional design processes. This pressure also has implications for supply levels and costs of SoCs, global availability, and more.</li></ul>Moving forward, electronics will comprise the most important components of vehicles and will affect the above factors and more. OEMs can simply no longer afford to be blind to what is happening inside chips as that eats into profits, directly affects the safety of drivers, and can lead to missed opportunities to make their vehicles the most advanced on the market. SLM is the key that leads to more awareness about what is going on inside a vehicle as well as enabling the vehicle to proactively fix issues itself to become “self-healing.”&nbsp;</section><section><h2>How SLM Addresses Both SoC and Automotive OEM Challenges</h2>Simply put, SLM solutions enable increased visibility and insights that can be used to finetune not only the SoC for your next-generation vehicle but also the workload on your existing SoC based on all the data that has been collected throughout its lifecycle. A solid SLM solution allows users to monitor for problems very early in the design process, transport that data to a centralized database, analyze the data throughout the lifecycle of the vehicle, and strategically act at any point necessary. Ultimately, early warnings and accurate remediation enable hardware to scale for future updates.&nbsp;<img src="https://images.wevolver.com/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJ3ZXZvbHZlci1wcm9qZWN0LWltYWdlcyIsImtleSI6ImZyb2FsYS8xNjk4ODUxNzc2MzgyLTM0Mi1hdXRvLXNsbS1zb2x1dGlvbnMud2VicCIsImVkaXRzIjp7InJlc2l6ZSI6eyJ3aWR0aCI6OTUwLCJmaXQiOiJjb3ZlciJ9fX0=" style="width: 766px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">SLM allows for root-cause analysis, predictive maintenance, alerts for aging and degradation, and in-field voltage profiling that bring both the end customer and the OEM true value. On the predictive maintenance front, silicon analytics can provide more granular information for fast, accurate diagnosis. For example, extreme temperature warnings for ASIL-rated silicon can result in customer updates to remediate with action, service, or an OTA update which can help avoid long-term damage to crucial systems and avoid mass recalls.As for aging and degradation, consider the below hypothetical example using the <a href="https://www.synopsys.com/solutions/silicon-lifecycle-management.html" target="_blank">Synopsys Silicon Lifecycle Management (SLM) Family</a>. Based on the last six months of monitoring data for this particular automotive SoC, a failure prediction was generated in August where the margin crossed the threshold set with Synopsys’ proprietary Path Margin Monitor (PMM) IP. Conclusively, the same PMM failed in September, showing the OEM a timeline of how margin degradation for this PMM occurred. PMMs, along with mission profile data from various sensors and monitors, give technologies available in the Synopsys SLM Family the ability to proactively predict an imminent failure ahead of time.<img src="https://images.wevolver.com/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJ3ZXZvbHZlci1wcm9qZWN0LWltYWdlcyIsImtleSI6ImZyb2FsYS8xNjk4ODUxODExNTYyLTM0Mi1hdXRvLXNsbS1hZ2luZy1kZWdyYWRhdGlvbi53ZWJwIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjo5NTAsImZpdCI6ImNvdmVyIn19fQ==" style="width: 766px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">Ultimately, deploying SLM for automotive SoCs directly translates to cost reductions and savings for the OEM, increases the lifetime value and lifespan of vehicles, boosts reliability and troubleshooting ability, and eases automotive chip shortages. While automotive SLM has been around in some capacity ever since chips were used in cars, the use cases for it have become more advanced as we move beyond mature nodes and into leading-edge nodes for automotive. With more sophisticated features powered by smaller chips come more challenges that SLM is prepared to solve. In addition, SLM solutions can address the predictive maintenance requirements that will come into play with new amendments in the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.synopsys.com/blogs/chip-design/auto-functional-safety-iso-26262-key-challenges.html" target="_blank">ISO 26262</a> series of standards and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.synopsys.com/blogs/chip-design/automotive-cybersecurity-engineering-standard-iso-sae-21434.html" target="_blank">ISO/SAE 21434</a> monitoring and analysis requirements.To learn more about silicon lifecycle management and the Synopsys SLM Family, download our free whitepaper <a href="https://www.synopsys.com/content/dam/synopsys/solutions/slm/whitepapers/slm-whitepaper.pdf" target="_blank" data-lf-fd-inspected-kn9eq4roawkarlvp="true">here</a>.<a href="https://www.fierceelectronics.com/electronics/ramping-auto-soc-performance-silicon-lifecycle-management" target="_blank">This article was originally published in FierceElectronics.</a></section>

Silicon Lifecycle Management (SLM) provides a way to monitor the many stages of automotive systems-on-chips (SoCs) from testing and manufacturing to their function in the vehicle. This data is critical to OEMs as they deploy over-the-air updates that proactively solve issues for today’s vehicles.

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Autonomous Vehicles (AVs) are poised to revolutionize human transportation by making it more safe, comfortable, and reliable. From passenger travel to cargo transportation, AVs equipped with AI and sensors offer tremendous potential. As technology continues to advance, the remarkable impact of AVs in human lives is becoming increasingly evident. 

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The automotive industry undergoes a profound transformation through the IoT's power. Vehicle connectivity and autonomous driving redefine transportation, offering innovative opportunities. Embracing IoT's potential, our daily lives are poised for a significant shift in the automotive sector.

Driving Innovation: Harnessing IoT Potential in the Automotive Sector

In this article, we will dive deep into the world of simultaneous localization and mapping using Lidar technology. Lidar SLAM has been gaining popularity in recent years, thanks to its versatility and applications across various domains, including autonomous vehicles, mobile robotics, and indoor mapping.

Lidar SLAM: The Ultimate Guide to Simultaneous Localization and Mapping

Lidar and Radar are two popular remote sensing technologies used for detecting and measuring the distance of objects. Lidar works by emitting a laser beam and measuring the time it takes for the reflected light to return to the sensor, while Radar uses radio waves to detect and locate objects. In this article, we’ll focus on the differences between Lidar and Radar. Lidar is more accurate and provides more detailed 3D mapping, while Radar is more versatile and can operate in a wider range of conditions. Both technologies have their own advantages and are used in a variety of applications.

Lidar vs. Radar: Comprehensive Comparison and Analysis

Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything (C-V2X) technology is transforming the transportation industry by enabling advanced communication between vehicles, infrastructure, and other road users. This breakthrough technology has the potential to improve road safety, reduce traffic congestion, and support the development of autonomous vehicles.

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What is an Autonomous Vehicle: A Comprehensive Guide to its Engineering Principles and Applications

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