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Helm.ai, a leader in AI software for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving, has unveiled Helm.ai Driver, a groundbreaking vision-only neural network for real-time path prediction. This transformer-based deep neural network (DNN) supports Level 2 to Level 4 autonomous driving in both highway and urban environments. Using only camera-based inputs, the system eliminates the need for HD maps, Lidar, or additional sensors, marking a significant advancement in scalable autonomous driving technology.
Key Highlights:
- Vision-Only System: Relies solely on camera inputs, simplifying hardware requirements.
- Real-Time Path Prediction: Forecasts vehicle paths in dynamic urban and highway settings.
- Deep Teaching™ Methodology: Trained on vast real-world data for human-like driving behaviors.
- Closed-Loop Simulation: Validated using the CARLA platform and Helm.ai’s GenSim-2 for realistic sensor data.
- Modular Compatibility: Integrates with Helm.ai’s production-grade perception stack for efficient validation.
The Helm.ai Driver leverages Helm.ai’s proprietary Deep Teaching™ approach, enabling the model to learn complex driving behaviors—such as navigating intersections, avoiding obstacles, and handling vehicle cut-ins—without explicit programming. These emergent behaviors mirror those of human drivers, enhancing the system’s reliability in diverse scenarios. The model’s compatibility with Helm.ai’s validated perception software ensures seamless integration and interpretability, critical for safe autonomous driving.
To showcase its capabilities, Helm.ai tested the system in a closed-loop simulation on the CARLA platform. Here, the model dynamically responded to simulated environments, with GenSim-2 generating realistic camera outputs that closely resemble real-world conditions. This approach not only validates the model’s performance but also supports safer development of autonomous systems.
According to Vladislav Voroninski, Helm.ai’s CEO, this vision-only system represents a leap forward in urban path prediction. By combining advanced AI with generative simulation, Helm.ai is paving the way for scalable, safe, and adaptable autonomous driving solutions across various platforms and geographies.
Founded in 2016 and based in Redwood City, CA, Helm.ai continues to innovate in AI-driven autonomous driving and robotics. The company collaborates with global automakers, delivering full-stack AI solutions to make autonomous driving a reality.
For more details, visit https://helm.ai.
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