Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Rolling Resistance: Problem Solving01:17

Rolling Resistance: Problem Solving

555
Rolling resistance, also known as rolling friction, is the force that resists the motion of a rolling object, such as a wheel, tire, or ball, when it moves over a surface. It is caused by the deformation of the object and the surface in contact with each other, as well as other factors like internal friction, hysteresis, and energy losses within the materials. Rolling resistance opposes the object's motion, requiring additional energy to overcome it and maintain movement. In practical...
555
Open and closed-loop control systems01:17

Open and closed-loop control systems

1.2K
Control systems are foundational elements in automation and engineering. They are broadly categorized into open-loop and closed-loop systems. These classifications hinge on the presence or absence of feedback mechanisms, significantly influencing the system's performance, complexity, and application.
An open-loop control system operates without feedback from the output. It consists of two primary elements: the controller and the controlled process. The controller receives an input signal...
1.2K
PD Controller: Design01:26

PD Controller: Design

420
In automotive engineering, car suspension systems often employ Proportional Derivative (PD) controllers to enhance performance. PD controllers are utilized to adjust the damping force in response to road conditions. A controller, acting as an amplifier with a constant gain, demonstrates proportional control, with output directly mirroring input.
Designing a continuous-data controller requires selecting and linking components like adders and integrators, which are fundamental in Proportional,...
420
Hierarchy of Motor Control01:18

Hierarchy of Motor Control

4.4K
The hierarchy of motor control refers to the different levels of organization and processing involved in controlling movement in the body. These levels range from higher cortical areas involved in planning and decision-making to lower spinal cord reflexes that respond automatically to external stimuli.
4.4K
One-Degree-of-Freedom System01:24

One-Degree-of-Freedom System

600
In mechanical engineering, one-degree-of-freedom systems form the basis of a wide range of electrical and mechanical components. Using these models, engineers can predict the behavior of various parts in a larger system, which gives them insight into how different forces interact with each other.
A one-degree-of-freedom system is defined by an independent variable that determines its state and behavior. One example of a one-degree-of-freedom system is a simple harmonic oscillator, such as a...
600
Control Systems: Applications01:25

Control Systems: Applications

899
Electrical engineering plays a pivotal role in our daily lives, with control systems at the heart of many applications, from home appliances to sophisticated space shuttles. Control systems manage and regulate the behavior of devices and processes, ensuring they function safely, correctly, and efficiently.
In modern vehicles, control systems manage various functions to enhance performance and safety. The steering wheel and accelerator are primary inputs in a car's control system. The...
899

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Real Track Experiment Dataset for Motorcycle Rider Behavior and Trajectory Reconstruction.

Data in brief·2024
Same author

Indoor visual SLAM dataset with various acquisition modalities.

Data in brief·2021
Same author

Physical, Modular and Articulated Interface for Interactive Molecular Manipulation.

Sensors (Basel, Switzerland)·2020
Same author

Integrity Monitoring of Multimodal Perception System for Vehicle Localization.

Sensors (Basel, Switzerland)·2020
Same author

Track-Before-Detect Framework-Based Vehicle Monocular Vision Sensors.

Sensors (Basel, Switzerland)·2019
Same author

A Practical Approach for High Precision Reconstruction of a Motorcycle Trajectory Using a Low-Cost Multi-Sensor System.

Sensors (Basel, Switzerland)·2018

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Oct 31, 2025

WheelCon: A Wheel Control-Based Gaming Platform for Studying Human Sensorimotor Control
08:18

WheelCon: A Wheel Control-Based Gaming Platform for Studying Human Sensorimotor Control

Published on: August 15, 2020

5.1K

An Open-Source Scale Model Platform for Teaching Autonomous Vehicle Technologies.

Bastien Vincke1,2, Sergio Rodriguez Florez1,2, Pascal Aubert1,3

  • 1Department of Metrology and Applied Physics, University Institute of Technology of Orsay, 91405 Orsay, France.

Sensors (Basel, Switzerland)
|July 2, 2021
PubMed
Summary

This study introduces an open-source scale model vehicle platform for teaching autonomous vehicle (AV) technologies. The realistic prototype aids students in understanding complex AV systems and their fundamental concepts.

Keywords:
embedded systemsscale-model vehicletechnological teaching

More Related Videos

Tactile Vibrating Toolkit and Driving Simulation Platform for Driving-Related Research
07:15

Tactile Vibrating Toolkit and Driving Simulation Platform for Driving-Related Research

Published on: December 18, 2020

4.7K
Author Spotlight: Enhancing Engineering Education via WebVR-Based Online Laboratories
04:15

Author Spotlight: Enhancing Engineering Education via WebVR-Based Online Laboratories

Published on: February 23, 2024

1.3K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Oct 31, 2025

WheelCon: A Wheel Control-Based Gaming Platform for Studying Human Sensorimotor Control
08:18

WheelCon: A Wheel Control-Based Gaming Platform for Studying Human Sensorimotor Control

Published on: August 15, 2020

5.1K
Tactile Vibrating Toolkit and Driving Simulation Platform for Driving-Related Research
07:15

Tactile Vibrating Toolkit and Driving Simulation Platform for Driving-Related Research

Published on: December 18, 2020

4.7K
Author Spotlight: Enhancing Engineering Education via WebVR-Based Online Laboratories
04:15

Author Spotlight: Enhancing Engineering Education via WebVR-Based Online Laboratories

Published on: February 23, 2024

1.3K

Area of Science:

  • Robotics and Artificial Intelligence
  • Embedded Systems Engineering
  • Automotive Technology

Background:

  • Autonomous Vehicles (AV) present complex challenges in education due to intricate perception and control systems.
  • Existing educational tools inadequately support the learning of essential AV skills.
  • The rapid evolution of AV technology necessitates updated pedagogical approaches.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose an open-source scale model vehicle platform for teaching fundamental autonomous vehicle technologies.
  • To provide an accessible and realistic learning tool for undergraduate and technical students.
  • To bridge the gap between theoretical AV concepts and practical application.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a realistic, open-source scale model vehicle platform.
  • Integration of essential on-board components for a stand-alone AV system.
  • Detailed documentation of low-level and high-level AV functionalities.
  • Construction and testing of a proof-of-concept prototype.

Main Results:

  • The proposed platform effectively demonstrates fundamental AV concepts.
  • Experimental validation confirms the model's usability for analyzing time- and energy-constrained systems.
  • The prototype successfully showcases distributed embedded perception system analysis.

Conclusions:

  • The open-source scale model is a viable and effective tool for AV education.
  • The platform facilitates hands-on learning of complex AV system dynamics.
  • This approach enhances student comprehension of critical AV technologies and their real-world constraints.