Google is developing self-driving cars led by Sebastian Thrun. By 2015, Google had tested 23 Lexus SUVs equipped with sensors like LIDAR and radar that allowed them to drive over 1 million miles on roads and highways without any accidents. While the technology is promising for reducing accidents and increasing mobility, there are challenges like sensors not working well in rain or snow and the high cost of the vehicles. Google is working with automakers to commercialize the technology and introduce self-driving taxis.

1. Google self- driving
car
Submitted by
V.ADITHIYA GURU PATHAM ,
ROLL NO:15 05 066,
SECTION-’I’

2. INTRODUCTION
The Project was led by “SEBASTIAN THRUN “
Four U.S STATES allows DRIVERLESS CARS
SDC is powered by Google Chauffeur.
Google plans to release in 2020
Is the FUTURE CAR
Rules the world by 2050
A milestone in artificial intelligence

3. PARTS OF SDC
It costs about $1,50,000
Uses LIDAR system to
navigate
Uses velodyne 64 –beam
laser to generate 3-D map of
its environment
Is very accurate and can
detect traffic lights
Uses RADAR to measure
the speed of vehicles ahead

4. ROAD TESTING
By 2015, 23 LEXUS
SUV’s were used in road
testing
The vehicles have driven
over “THE GOLDEN
BRIDGE “ and lake
TAHOE
They have completed
1,000,000 miles without
any accidents

5. ACCIDENTS
As of JULY 2015 23 SDC
were involved in minor
accidents.
But GOOGLE fails to
accept its fault.
In JULY 2015 , 3
employees were injured.
The system has failed
many times .
Can’t identify hand signal
by traffic police.

6. ADVANTAGES
It is very useful for the
blind people.
It may reduce 81% of car
accidents
The information from
LIDAR and RADAR are
accurate.
There is no need for
drivers.
We could save our time .

7. DISADVANTAGES
The sensors fail during
rain and snow.
LIDAR can’t detect some
potholes.
The reaction rate is less
than humans.
The drivers become
unemployed.
The cost is much higher.
Less seat capacity.

8. COMMERCIALIZATION
GOOGLE made contract with GM,FORD,
VOLKSWAGEN etc.,
Introduce ROBO-TAXI for use of public.
Started the rally “PAINT THE TOWN”
Is a pioneer for future cars.
Made its own prototype vehicle.
It looks like a human face.
First car without steering wheel , accelerator & brakes.

10. INTRESTING FACTS
It’s a battery powered
electric car.
It has no steering wheel
and pedals.
It’s range is 100 miles.
It is eco- friendly.
Available with GPS
technology.
Top speed is 25mph.