TED-Ed: Sajan Saini: How do self-driving cars "see"?

The video explains how autonomous cars detect hazards using LIDAR and integrated photonics. LIDAR, a laser-based technology, provides detailed imaging by firing short laser pulses. Integrated photonics, using devices like the Mach-Zehnder modulator, enhances LIDAR's depth resolution. Future advancements aim to miniaturize these technologies, improving car safety and navigation.

What challenges do self-driving cars face when detecting obstacles?

Describe how LIDAR can differentiate between various features in the environment.

What future advancements are expected in LIDAR technology for cars?