Dear Simon Barker,

An autonomous vehicle is a world in its entirety. And I will explain

What are the technical challenges of autonomous cars?

One of the biggest challenges for robot cars is responding correctly in all situations. To do this they need to know their environment accurately and process the data quickly. The requirements are different depending on whether the car is on the highway, on the highway or in the city.

The current Audi A8 has only 24 different sensor systems, including five radar sensors and six cameras, for its cork pilot, which can travel at speeds of up to 60 mph for Autonomy 3.


The vehicles have high-performance computers so that the data can be processed quickly. In addition, it should be possible to electronically control the components needed for travel. These include the engine, transmission, brakes and steering wheel as well as the attachment of all safety systems. Despite the equipment, the Audi A8 cannot perform complex driving maneuvers - it only follows its path in traffic jams. And even that is currently legally prohibited in the EU: this is why the assistant is shut down in the factory.


Another problem with autonomous driving is the weather and often uncoordinated road traffic. Autonomous vehicles not only need to function properly in the sun, but also in heavy rain, fog and snow. Also on paved roads with and without markings.

What technical equipment do autonomous cars need?

Camcorders provide real images of the environment with streets, road signs and other road users. They also help the autonomous system correctly estimate the distance to objects. Autonomous vehicles usually have five cameras, one in the front, one in the back and one on each side. There is also a camcorder for driver monitoring. Depending on the level of autonomy, for example, he may not be asleep while driving.

Radar sensors that are in the vehicle measure the distance to other road users and objects. Low and high sensors calculate different distances. This is why a car needs some of them - in different places. The beeping ultrasound sensors are now known as parking aids.


Leader sensors (light detection and ranges) on the roof scan the track ahead. The optical measurement system fires invisible laser beams and calculates the trajectory of the rear beams reflected from an obstacle. Leader sensors use laser beams instead of radio waves like radar. Your advantage: the long term. Unlike ultrasound, leader sensors "see" up to 200 meters, even at night. Leader sensors therefore complement radar sensors.


The car is located exactly with a GPS system. The system always knows where it is - not only on which street, but also in which lane. This is essential for directing vehicles. For optimal routing, accurate street maps within a range of two inches and a fast navigation system are also needed.


However, the different systems not only need to work reliably individually, they must also work together. Like an airplane, the systems must also protect themselves from total failure using an unnecessary structure, which is why most test vehicles have combined two cable systems. This prevents the system from failing if the cable is damaged.

A garage with professional and in-depth knowledge cannot provide a solution to the customer with the slightest malfunction.

Dear Simon Barker,

An autonomous vehicle is a world in its entirety. And I will explain

What are the technical challenges of autonomous cars?

One of the biggest challenges for robot cars is responding correctly in all situations. To do this they need to know their environment accurately and process the data quickly. The requirements are different depending on whether the car is on the highway, on the highway or in the city.

The current Audi A8 has only 24 different sensor systems, including five radar sensors and six cameras, for its cork pilot, which can travel at speeds of up to 60 mph for Autonomy 3.


The vehicles have high-performance computers so that the data can be processed quickly. In addition, it should be possible to electronically control the components needed for travel. These include the engine, transmission, brakes and steering wheel as well as the attachment of all safety systems. Despite the equipment, the Audi A8 cannot perform complex driving maneuvers - it only follows its path in traffic jams. And even that is currently legally prohibited in the EU: this is why the assistant is shut down in the factory.


Another problem with autonomous driving is the weather and often uncoordinated road traffic. Autonomous vehicles not only need to function properly in the sun, but also in heavy rain, fog and snow. Also on paved roads with and without markings.

What technical equipment do autonomous cars need?

Camcorders provide real images of the environment with streets, road signs and other road users. They also help the autonomous system correctly estimate the distance to objects. Autonomous vehicles usually have five cameras, one in the front, one in the back and one on each side. There is also a camcorder for driver monitoring. Depending on the level of autonomy, for example, he may not be asleep while driving.

Radar sensors that are in the vehicle measure the distance to other road users and objects. Low and high sensors calculate different distances. This is why a car needs some of them - in different places. The beeping ultrasound sensors are now known as parking aids.


Leader sensors (light detection and ranges) on the roof scan the track ahead. The optical measurement system fires invisible laser beams and calculates the trajectory of the rear beams reflected from an obstacle. Leader sensors use laser beams instead of radio waves like radar. Your advantage: the long term. Unlike ultrasound, leader sensors "see" up to 200 meters, even at night. Leader sensors therefore complement radar sensors.


The car is located exactly with a GPS system. The system always knows where it is - not only on which street, but also in which lane. This is essential for directing vehicles. For optimal routing, accurate street maps within a range of two inches and a fast navigation system are also needed.


However, the different systems not only need to work reliably individually, they must also work together. Like an airplane, the systems must also protect themselves from total failure using an unnecessary structure, which is why most test vehicles have combined two cable systems. This prevents the system from failing if the cable is damaged.

A garage with professional and in-depth knowledge cannot provide a solution to the customer with the slightest malfunction.