'RoboCar G'

tokyo robotic startup  ZMP inc has announced the release of 'RoboCar G', a one seater
electric vehicle intended for researchers who want to work with the next-generation
of autonomous cars. 

a series of sensors including a laser range finder, a stereo camera, a GPS (global positioning
system), an IMU (inertial measurement unit), a miliwave radar and a sonar sensor can
be mounted onto this 211 pound minicar. the sensors will help the car operate as a
computer-controlled 'robot vehicle'. moreover, it will run using a lithium-ion battery
on a brushless DC electric motor at a top speed of 37 mph.


left: RoboCar G final design
right: RoboCar G prototype

'RoboCar G' will be customized to each driver whereby the user will choose the type
and number of sensors to be mounted, thus, affecting the final cost of the vehicle.


test driving 'RoboCar G'


test driving 'RoboCar G' prototype

via cnet
via akihabaranews