What happened: Surveillance footage captured a woman crouching by a Waymo self-driving taxi, attempting to rescue a neighbourhood cat named Kit Kat. Moments later, the autonomous vehicle drove away without noticing the cat.
Why it matters:
- Raises concerns about the detection capabilities of self-driving cars for small animals.
- Affects local communities relying on autonomous vehicles and animal safety advocates.
MNN Take: This incident highlights potential limitations in current autonomous vehicle sensor technology, particularly in recognising small or vulnerable objects like pets near the vehicle.
Sources: NYTimes US