Nvidia showcases AI autonomous vehicle tech at CES 2023

MANILA: As the Nvidia Drive ecosystem showed substantial advancements toward widely used intelligent transportation at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), autonomous vehicle (AV) technology is aiming to become more widely used (CES). Plans for deploying vehicles are expanding, and AI solutions are becoming more integrated into automobiles.

Foxconn joined the ecosystem of Nvidia. The biggest electronics producer in the world will create electronic control units based on the Nvidia Drive Orin systems-on-a-chip and construct its electric vehicles on the Nvidia Drive Hyperion platform.

The Nvidia Orin-powered Polestar 3 made its US debut, displaying its brand-new driver-monitoring system. The automaker is utilizing AI to enhance in-cabin convenience and safety in collaboration with the intelligent sensor business Smart Eye.

The 2024 Volvo EX90 completely electric SUV also made its debut in the United States. Deliveries of Volvo Cars' next flagship model, which will debut in early 2024, incorporate centralized, software-defined computers driven by Drive Orin and Nvidia Xavier. At the booth of the automotive technology company Luminar, the 2024 Volvo EX90 was on display. The lidar technology from Luminar, a participant in the Nvidia ecosystem, enables next-generation safety and, eventually, autonomous highways.

As AI takes over more driving functions, the industry is focusing more on interior safety and comfort features.

A significant component of Polestar's larger driver-understanding system, which comes standard with features like adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, and pilot assist, is driver monitoring. On the centralized Drive Orin AI computation platform, these coordinated systems operate simultaneously.

The Polestar 3, which debuted in October, has two closed-loop driver-monitoring cameras and software from Smart Eye that monitor the driver's head, eye, and eyelid movements. If a distracted, drowsy, or disconnected driver is detected, these devices can send warning messages, play sounds, or activate an emergency stop function.

According to Volvo, whether the 2024 Volvo EX90 is in manual, assisted or – in the future – autonomous driving mode, the driving mode will always be clearly displayed and recognizable inside the vehicle. That way users can avoid so-called mode confusion and contribute to a focused, safe and enjoyable drive.

Aside from autonomous driving, technological highlights are plenty with the 2024 Volvo EX90. Bright screens inside the completely electric 2024 Volvo EX90 provide passengers fast access to all features and provide clear, situation-specific information. A seamless link between drivers' cars and their homes is made possible through first-rate connectivity and infotainment. A large selection of Google services and apps are already integrated into the Volvo EX90, including the ability to operate the vehicle remotely from home.

“The Volvo EX90 is our vision of a large family SUV in the electric age,” said Jim Rowan, Volvo Chief Executive. “Born electric and software-defined, it demonstrates what future Volvo cars will stand for in terms of safety, technology, sustainability, design and creating a more personal experience for every customer.”

“The Volvo EX90 is our vision of a large family SUV in the electric age,” said Jim Rowan, Volvo Chief Executive. “Born electric and software-defined, it demonstrates what future Volvo cars will stand for in terms of safety, technology, sustainability, design and creating a more personal experience for every customer.”

Drivers may choose from hundreds of thousands of public charging stations across the world, pay for charging, and monitor charging progress in one simple interface thanks to the full integration of public charging in the Volvo Cars app. In the meantime, they can use Google Maps in the infotainment system's center screen to check the current availability of charging stations.

The Volvo EX90 will support Plug and Charge. Once available, this means the car can simply be plugged into a public charger that supports this technology and it will start charging automatically, with payment taken care of as well.

Volvo is constantly extending the scope of its charging offer by adding more fast-charging networks to its ecosystem of connected public charging, allowing drivers of electric Volvo cars to charge conveniently at attractive rates.

As a starting point for Volvo’s energy management offer, the Volvo Cars app enables drivers to reduce their CO2 emissions, save money and lower their impact on the environment.

Initially available in selected markets in the future, the carmaker’s energy management offer includes a bi-directional wall box and an energy management system that helps users monitor and optimize their household’s energy consumption. Volvo experts will oversee the entire installation.

Through the smart charging feature coming to the Volvo Cars app, the 2024 Volvo EX90 can be charged at the best available time from a sustainability and family economy perspective. The energy can be used later, perhaps during peak times when prices are higher and the energy mix less sustainable.

Inside the 2024 Volvo EX90, a 14.5-inch center screen is the gateway to one of the most advanced infotainment systems on offer, with Google built in and 5G connectivity as standard, where available. Where 5G is not available, Volvo will partner with leading service providers to offer the best possible service around the globe. Finding one’s destination, streaming favorite music, installing favorite apps and much more are a breeze thanks to the intuitive setup.

Additionally, the overall user experience inside the 2024 Volvo EX90 is designed on the principle of complexity made simple, avoiding information overload. The displays in the center stack and in front of the driver provide information in a smart way that can be customized the way anyone prefers. The 2024 Volvo EX90 will also be compatible with wireless Apple CarPlay or Android Auto.

Photos from Volvo

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