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Autonomous car

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TL;DR. A vehicle that can drive itself without human input using sensors and AI.

Technical Definition

A vehicle that can drive itself without human input using sensors and AI.

How it works

An autonomous car, also known as a self-driving car, is a vehicle capable of navigating and operating on its own using a combination of sensors, machine learning algorithms, and advanced processing. These vehicles perceive their surroundings to make real-time driving decisions, eliminating the need for a human driver.

Related Concepts

  • Computer vision — Computer vision enables computers to interpret and understand information from digital images and videos, automating tasks typically done by human sight.
  • Robotics — The interdisciplinary field focused on designing, building, and operating robots.

Further Reading

  • Wikipedia — Glossary of AI