Live from CES 2018 | #318
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THE DRIVE with Alan Taylor | Episode #318
Technology plays an extremely large role in the automotive industry which was readily apparent at CES 2018. We begin the show with Bob Starr of Yamaha Motor Corporation who explains their gesture controlled motorcycle, MOTOROiD, and the work they are doing to improve driver-bike unity. Next, John Eggert of Velodyne LiDAR, Inc. talks with us about their laser system which uses 3D imaging to provide a 360 view around the car. After that, we chat with Chris Wiklund from Arity, a spin-off from Allstate that focuses on data surrounding connected vehicles and the future of accident prediction. Then, we shift gears to autonomous car sensors. Dror Meiri of AdaSky explains the technology that their company is developing which allows these sensors to work even in bad weather conditions. Then, Brittany Stotler of Local Motors tells us about the debut of their (mostly) 3D-printed, accessible vehicle for the elderly and disabled, #accessibleolli. We then talk with Wayne Williams of Ford Motor Company who discusses their recent team up with Domino’s Pizza to research autonomous deliveries and human interactions with self-driving cars. Next, Mike Chen of Omron Automation Americas explains vestibulo-ocular reflex and their ping-pong tutor. Following this, Bobby Hambrick of AutonomouStuff discusses their company’s technology that is contributing to the autonomous vehicle industry. Then, Rachel Horn of the Consumer Technology Association sounds off about the massive size of CES this year, and her admiration of automotive technology. Last but not least, Thorsten Hefler of the BMW Group explains the new virtual reality program they will be offering to owners and dealerships. CES showcases some of the most innovative automotive technology coming our way. Learn more now.
- [00:00:00] MOTOROiD Gesture Controlled Bike
- [00:05:30] Improved Rider Unity
- [00:12:30] LiDAR 3D Images Surround Car
- [00:19:53] Predictive Accident Data
- [00:27:36] Autonomous Sensors for Bad Weather
- [00:35:54] #AccessibleOlli 3D-Printed Assistance
- [00:42:15] Autonomous Pizza Delivery
- [00:48:13] Human Interaction with Autonomous
- [00:54:45] Vestibulo-Ocular Reflex Saves Lives
- [01:02:08] AutonomousStuff Innovates the Future
- [01:10:20] CES’ Largest Show Ever
- [01:18:10] VR Comes to BMW Group