Crash Prevention Technology

Carol GuentherCrash Prevention Technology1

What is it?Biomimetic Car Robot Drive BR23CConcept robotDeveloped by Nissan withthe University of Tokyo2

Why?Nissan Road Safety ProjectReduce traffic accidents in their vehicles to 50% of 1995 levelsBy 20153How?Laser Range Finder6 foot range180 radiusObstacle detection generates immediate swerve responseSimple continuously operating microprocessorBased on how bees avoid other bees

4LimitationsTwo-dimensional, not 3 like beesShort distance = not for high speedsCurrent vehicle wheel turning ability

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When?2010 Japan and USInternationally 2012

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