Science Nation: Cars Without Drivers

The video discusses the development of a self-driving car named Boss by Carnegie Mellon University for the DARPA Urban Challenge. Boss successfully navigated a simulated urban environment, winning the competition in 2007. The team, led by Raj Rajkumar, continues to enhance its navigation system. The video highlights the potential of autonomous vehicles to reduce distracted driving accidents, with predictions that they could replace human drivers within a decade. Public opinions vary, with some embracing the technology for its safety benefits, while others express concerns about losing control.

What are the main features of the self-driving car developed by Carnegie Mellon University?

How did the self-driving car perform in the DARPA Urban Challenge?

What predictions does Raj Rajkumar make about the future of self-driving cars?

What challenges do human drivers face that autonomous vehicles could potentially solve?

What are some of the societal attitudes towards self-driving cars as mentioned in the text?