Study finds robotic eyes on autonomous vehicles could reduce road accidents

Tokyo (Japan), September 20 (ANI): According to a new study from the University of Tokyo, robotic eyes on autonomous vehicles could improve pedestrian safety. Participants acted out scenarios in virtual reality (VR), deciding whether or not to cross a road in front of a moving vehicle. Participants were able to make safer or more efficient choices when that vehicle was outfitted with robotic eyes that either looked at the pedestrian (registering their presence) or away (not registering their presence). Self-driving vehicles seem to be just around the corner. Whether they'll be delivering packages, ploughing fields or busing kids to school, a lot of research is underway to turn a once futuristic idea into reality.