Where's the Road? The Challenge of Autonomous Driving Perception in Winter

Explore the challenges of autonomous driving in adverse winter conditions through this insightful conference talk by Professor Steven Waslander from the University of Toronto. Delve into the progress of self-driving technology and its limitations in harsh climates. Learn about the Canadian Adverse Driving Conditions Dataset and recent advancements in all-weather autonomy. Discover how researchers are addressing sensor degradation caused by precipitation and accumulation. Gain valuable insights into the most significant obstacles faced by autonomous systems in Canada and get an overview of the WinTOR research program, aimed at extending the capabilities of self-driving vehicles to navigate Canadian roadways year-round.