- Equipped with GPS, LiDAR, and more
- Works in tandem with a power steering system
- Still in the early stages of development
In the past few months, various patents of Honda’s upcoming tech for two-wheeler safety have leaked. And now, the Japanese two-wheeler brand is also working on a semi-autonomous riding system for its two-wheelers. Here’s what we know about it.
The previously revealed prototype was capable of steering, balancing, and even low-speed autonomous riding. The said aspects were a result of riding assist. It comprises a steering control system working in tandem with automatic braking and acceleration. But in its newly published patent, Honda has combined Riding Assist with LiDAR, GPS, and communication systems of other vehicles. This would aid the overall setup of the bike to auto-switch between cruise control, autopilot, and more.
Honda has equipped the patent bike (design) with cameras, GPS, LiDAR, and a vehicle-to-vehicle communication system. It creates a 3D image of the surroundings including the objects and vehicles and presents the same with a 360-degree view. It also comes with electronic power steering, which can detect the rider’s input and those from the surroundings. The overall setup is in its early stages of development and will be a while before it's seen in actual vehicles for application.
