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Ep. 6: How AI Turns Kiddie Cars Into Autonomous Racers
Jan 18, 2017
Jim Burke, Founder of the Power Racing Series, discusses the evolution of autonomous racing vehicles in a series built on $500 kiddie cars. Topics include educational value for high school teams, AI technology challenges, skills development, career opportunities, and the balance of technology, affordability, and fun in racing projects.
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- Transition to autonomous tech due to affordable sensors like LiDAR
- Power Racing Series promotes creativity and education through affordable racing platforms
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Evolution into Autonomous Realm
Teams in the Power Racing Series have transitioned towards exploring autonomous technology due to the decreasing cost of sensors like LiDAR and depth sensors. Cheaper sensor systems are now enabling the creation of small RC cars equipped with sensors like LiDAR that were previously costly. This transition allowed for experimentation with new technologies and the integration of autonomous capabilities into the racing league.
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