One of the best sensors might be to stop relying on technology so much, and use our own senses more.
Humans seems to be relying more and more on technology to tell them information, that in some instances makes little or no difference.
We seem to be obsessed with multitudes of facts and figures, and then wonder why we missed the clues that our bodies tell us.
I've seen localised weather conditions change, and catch out people who used technology to predict the day, rather than some common sense, and preparedness.
Basically without the technology they fall into some unknowing mode and can't think for themselves.
Stick them where there is no electronic coverage, and they are unable to function.
IMO automated driving is a myth.
It is not suitable for retrofitting into every vehicle on the road and doesn't actually resolve anything.
It is fine in controlled environments, but it relies on high cost or high maintenance sensors, making cars very expensive and even un-affordable.
The next issue you have ... Is each car autonomous or do they rely on other vehicles having similar or compatible units.
How do you check (and prove) they are working correctly, and the cost of replacement when one is detected faulty or worn out.
(If you think they will be cheap, try pricing a replacement ECU for your car, or some of the ABS or throttle sensors)
To prove how easy just one part is to fail have a look at this
Now tell me you are happy to be on the road with an autonomous vehicle !.
So what kind of applications is a good question.
I do know the device size and raw component cost will reduce, but whether that translates into cheaper consumer items is a different question.
Some of the technology is already available, but the R&D and IP associated with it, makes it an expensive 'extra' or a selling feature, rather than standard equipment.
The 'Forget Me Not Challenge' showed there are some very effective solutions and the Open Source market has a big part to play in the future of sensors.
If anyone doubts Open Source look at the success of Arduino.
While some would design it differently, it has a large following in many areas.
One of the best sensors might be to stop relying on technology so much, and use our own senses more.
Humans seems to be relying more and more on technology to tell them information, that in some instances makes little or no difference.
We seem to be obsessed with multitudes of facts and figures, and then wonder why we missed the clues that our bodies tell us.
I've seen localised weather conditions change, and catch out people who used technology to predict the day, rather than some common sense, and preparedness.
Basically without the technology they fall into some unknowing mode and can't think for themselves.
Stick them where there is no electronic coverage, and they are unable to function.
IMO automated driving is a myth.
It is not suitable for retrofitting into every vehicle on the road and doesn't actually resolve anything.
It is fine in controlled environments, but it relies on high cost or high maintenance sensors, making cars very expensive and even un-affordable.
The next issue you have ... Is each car autonomous or do they rely on other vehicles having similar or compatible units.
How do you check (and prove) they are working correctly, and the cost of replacement when one is detected faulty or worn out.
(If you think they will be cheap, try pricing a replacement ECU for your car, or some of the ABS or throttle sensors)
To prove how easy just one part is to fail have a look at this
Now tell me you are happy to be on the road with an autonomous vehicle !.
So what kind of applications is a good question.
I do know the device size and raw component cost will reduce, but whether that translates into cheaper consumer items is a different question.
Some of the technology is already available, but the R&D and IP associated with it, makes it an expensive 'extra' or a selling feature, rather than standard equipment.
The 'Forget Me Not Challenge' showed there are some very effective solutions and the Open Source market has a big part to play in the future of sensors.
If anyone doubts Open Source look at the success of Arduino.
While some would design it differently, it has a large following in many areas.
