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Sony Vision-S Electric Sedan
Automotive

Sony Vision-S Electric Sedan Gets Tested on European Roads in CES 2021 Debut

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Sony Vision-S Electric Sedan
For those unfamiliar with the Sony Vision-S, it’s essentially an all-electric sedan concept with components from Magna International, Continental AG, Elektrobit and Benteler / Bosch. Boasting always-on connectivity, complete with 33 sensors that include CMOS, solid state LiDAR, radar and time-of-flight cameras, which together, form an advanced driver assistance suite called “Safety Cocoon”. Step inside, and you’ll find a panoramic touchscreen integrated directly into the dashboard, paired with Sony’s 360 Reality Audio.

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Apple Self-Driving Electric Car Project
Automotive

Apple Reportedly Working on Self-Driving Electric Car Project with TSMC

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Apple Self-Driving Electric Car Project
Tesla may have some competition in the self-driving electric car realm from Apple in the near future, and they’ll be partnering with TSMC (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing) for the brain. The chips from TSMC are expected to be used in the Apple Car some time between 2023 and 2025. Yesterday, Apple transferred its self-driving car team, who worked under the code name Project Titan, to artificial intelligence and machine learning head John Giannandrea.

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ERKA Autonomous Ambulance
Automotive

ERKA Autonomous Ambulance Has a Built-in Drone That Surveys the Area

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ERKA Autonomous Ambulance
Photo credit: Roman Ignatowski and Maja Bryniarska
In case of emergency, time is of essence, and what better way to ensure the quickest help than with an autonomous ambulance? Meet the ERKA Autonomous Ambulance, which comes with a built-in drone that can survey the area to locate the person(s) in need of attention. Its compact design allows the vehicle to skip around traffic safely, while its wheels are capable of turning 90-degrees for maximum maneuverability.

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MIT Autonomous Bike Project
Technology

MIT’s Autonomous Bicycle Project Can Transform Into a Trike

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MIT Autonomous Bike Project
Photo credit: Maitane Iruretagoyena
Researchers at the MIT Media Lab City Science have developed an on-demand autonomous bicycle that boasts a mechanical attachment, enabling it to shift easily from bicycle mode (when in use) to tricycle mode after the rider dismounts. It seamlessly transitions from one configuration to the other by using two linear actuators that separate and rejoin the wheels as necessary.

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