CHARLOTTE, N.C. — NC State researchers are looking to make self-driving cars a lot safer.
Let's connect the dots.
NEW SOFTWARE
Researchers have now developed a new way to allow autonomous cars software to make calculations a lot quicker.
Improving both traffic and safety in various simulations.
NAVIGATE LANES
Basically, the program allows the car to navigate lane changes faster, especially when merging onto a highway.
MORE RESEARCH NEEDED
But a lot more research needs to be done. Experts say they've only tested the software in simulations so far.
GREAT EARLY SIGNS
But the software is providing a lot of great early signs. Researchers say the new software is outperforming old ones in nearly every category.
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