Practical AI Flying high with AI drone racing at AlphaPilot
Oct 7, 2019
Keith Lynn, the AlphaPilot Program Manager at Lockheed Martin, leads groundbreaking efforts in AI and drone racing. He shares the thrilling story behind the AlphaPilot challenge, which invites university teams to create autonomous drones for high-speed races. The drones will compete on intricate 3D tracks without human intervention. The winning team stands to win up to $2 million! Lynn highlights the event's debut and its potential to inspire interest in STEM while revealing the innovative technologies driving this futuristic sport.
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AlphaPilot's Origin
- Keith Lynn was initially feeling bored and seeking a new challenge.
- Then, his VP offered him the AlphaPilot program, which perfectly aligned with his desire for a challenging project.
Drone Racing Origins
- Drone racing as a sport is relatively new, originating in Australia about four years prior.
- It gained popularity in America and now has a global following, with human pilots navigating drones through FPV goggles.
AlphaPilot Challenge
- AlphaPilot is a global innovation challenge focused on developing autonomous drone racing AI.
- It offers $2 million in prizes, with a bonus if an AI beats a human pilot.