This Week in Startups
No hype, Just works: How Comma reached 100M miles in autonomous driving | E2011
Sep 18, 2024
Harald Schäfer, CTO of Comma.ai, shares insights on reshaping autonomous driving with open-source technology. He discusses how camera-based systems compare to lidar, emphasizing their advantages over human drivers. The conversation also highlights the rollout timeline for autonomous vehicles and the differing approaches of major players like Tesla and Waymo. Schäfer critiques the industry’s sustainability challenges and explores the potential for DIY solutions in self-driving technology. It's a fascinating look at the future of our roads!
45:48
Episode guests
AI Summary
Highlights
AI Chapters
Episode notes
Podcast summary created with Snipd AI
Quick takeaways
- Comma's open-source approach to autonomous driving fosters transparency and competition, enhancing product quality and customer satisfaction.
- The journey towards fully autonomous vehicles faces significant challenges, with reliable urban services predicted to be 5 to 10 years away.
Deep dives
Realism in Robotics
The advancements in robotics, particularly in self-driving technology, are often met with overconfidence and hype. Initially, many engaged with self-driving cars believing it to be a relatively straightforward application of robotics, primarily due to the simplified nature of two-dimensional navigation and clear road rules. However, the reality has proven more complex than anticipated, with many companies failing to deliver on their ambitious promises. This has led to a shift in focus towards humanoid robotics, which, despite being considered more difficult from the outset, is perceived as a new hype cycle that may not yield practical, everyday applications soon.
Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts
Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
