Waymo built a virtual driver to study how humans react to surprises on the road
Waymo is utilizing a new cognitive model, the Reference Driver, to study how human drivers make split-second decisions during unexpected road events. This research aims to create shared safety standards for the autonomous vehicle industry.
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This research represents a significant step toward quantifying the safety of robotaxis compared to human drivers in complex, real-world environments.
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