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Audi A7 Sportback Piloted From Silicon Valley To Las Vegas
"The test drive from the west coast of California to Las Vegas demonstrates our leadership role in piloted driving ", said Prof. Dr. Ulrich Hackenberg, Audi Board Member and Head of Technical Development.
The test drive in real world traffic and road conditions represents a joint effort by the Volkswagen Electronics Research Laboratory (ERL) und Volkswagen Group Research and Development, begins today in Stanford, CA. The Audi A7 piloted driving concept will drive more than 550 miles, approximately 900 kilometers.
The A7 piloted driving concept utilizes the latest technologically advanced systems developed by Audi. The concept relieves the driver of driving duties from 0 to 70 mph, or just over 110 km/h. The car, that has been affectionately been named "Jack" by the development team, can initiate lane changes and passing maneuvers.
In addition, the A7 piloted driving concept accelerates and brakes independently. Before initiating a lane change to the left or the right, the vehicle adapts its speed to surrounding vehicles. If the speed and distance calculation is deemed safe, the vehicle initiates the lane change with precision and in a timely manner.
The piloted concept vehicle utilizes a combination of various sensors, many of which are close to production ready. The long range radar sensors of the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) and the Audi Side Assist (ASA) keep watch of the front and rear of the vehicle. Two mid-range radar sensors at the front and rear respectively are aimed to the right and left to complete the 360 degree view.
Laser scanners are mounted within the Singleframe grille and the rear bumper skirt. The scanners deliver redundant information to provide detailed recognition of static and dynamic objects during piloted driving. The technologies are production ready including their vehicle integration and cost structure for vehicle production in the near future.
A new hi-resolution 3D video camera, already integrated into the next generation systems found in the new Q7, takes a wide-angle view out in front of the vehicle. Four small front and rear mounted cameras view closer surroundings.
Navigation
data
is
used
for
basic
vehicle
orientation.
Before
the
piloted
driving
system
reaches
its
limitations,
in
city
environments
for
example,
the
driver
is
requested
to
take
control
of
the
vehicle
to
ensure
proper
safety.
Multiple
warning
signals
work
in
unison:
colored
LEDs
at
the
base
of
the
windshield,
signals
in
the
driver
information
display,
a
Central
Status
Indicator
(CSI),
as
well
as
an
acoustic
warning
indicator
requires
the
driver
to
retake
control.
Should
the
driver
ignore
the
signals,
the
system
activates
the
hazard
lights
and
brings
the
car
to
a
full
stop
while
minimizing
any
risk.
In
most
instances
the
vehicle
is
stopped
on
the
right
emergency
lane.
The
training
for
the
journalist
test
drivers
taking
part
in
the
550
mile
trek
took
place
several
weeks
ago
at
the
Arizona
Proving
Grounds.
Audi will present its "Next Chapter" at CES from January 6 through 9 , 2015 in Las Vegas. The technologies of today and the projects of tomorrow will be presented at one of the most relevant, trendsetting electronic trade shows in the world. The primary topic will be the the connected car with its surroundings.
Piloted driving, new user and display interfaces, modern infotainment and new Audi connect solutions, as well as LED and laser-matrix lighting technologies will be presented. These and additional highlights will be shown as part of the world premiers: a show car and the interior model of the new Audi Q7.
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