First Human Death In Self-Driving Car: Sensors ‘Aren’t Sophisticated Enough…’

‘The first death has been reported in self-driving cars. Our worst fears about artificial intelligence are already beginning to come true.
A test man working with Tesla motors was killed after the autopilot feature failed to see a bright-white 18-wheeler which was poorly contrast against the bright lit sky.
It is unfortunate, and spooky, since white is the most common color for tractor trailers, and the big rigs account for the most deadly accidents. One wonders how a tiny, smart car making decisions of a computer would stand up to such a vehicle.’
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