(じどううんてん)

じどううんてん
noun
autonomous driving, self-driving
1. autonomous driving, self-driving
Technology that enables vehicles to navigate and operate without human input, using sensors, AI, and computer systems.
自動運転(じどううんてん)(しゃ)実用化(じつようか)(すす)んでいる
The practical application of self-driving cars is progressing.
Level 4 autonomous driving was approved in limited areas.
自動運転(じどううんてん)技術(ぎじゅつ)高齢者(こうれいしゃ)移動手段(いどうしゅだん)として期待(きたい)されている
Autonomous driving technology is expected to be a transportation solution for elderly people.

COMPOSITION: 自動(じどう) (automatic) + 運転(うんてん) (driving). Literally "automatic driving."

AUTONOMY LEVELS:

The SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) defines levels 0-5:

COMMON COLLOCATIONS:

  • 自動運転(じどううんてん)(しゃ) (self-driving car)
  • 自動運転(じどううんてん)技術(ぎじゅつ) (autonomous driving technology)
  • 自動運転(じどううんてん)システム (autonomous driving system)
  • 自動運転(じどううんてん)バス (self-driving bus)
  • 自動運転(じどううんてん)タクシー (robo-taxi)

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