Module 2
6/30/2010
• Enhances: What does this technology do that is new?
This technology takes away the stress or attention needed to drive an automobile. The driver can multi-task without the chance of causing an accident.
• Obsoletes: What does this technology replace?
Technology replaces accidents caused by driver who are multi-tasking and/or teenage drivers who are still understanding how to deal with the all the stimuli associated with driving a car – i.e. other cars/drivers, radio, cell phone. Also this technology could reduce the need for police officers whose main duty is to catch those drivers who are speeding or those drivers how drive under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.
• Retrieves/rekindles: What does this technology bring to mind (or retrieve) from the past?
This technology is a step toward a safer driving experience which could increase the idea of public transportation or carpooling. If one does not have to worry about accidents they might cause due to driving this might increase carpooling. Also with increases in automotive technology advances, engineers will be more inclined to continue to work toward future advances that increase the safety of driving an automobile.
• Reverses: What might replace this technology in the future, or what might it cause to occur?
This technology might make public officials rethink the idea of transportation within metropolitan areas. If all cars drive the same speed and there is no chance of speeding why not create high speed rail systems around metropolitan areas and across the country like European countries. An additional energy source that is reliable could be determined with further technological research and experimentation.
Sarah,
ReplyDeleteReducing or eliminating car accidents would be a major accomplishment of autopilot cars. I like your connecting the safety aspect especially in the case of impaired drivers. No need for the designated driver because the autopilot would take care of it. Also, improved mass transit would help the environment as well as transportation.
The autopilot vehicle could definitely reduce accidents that are caused by distractions such as texting. As of this month, texting while driving is against the law in Georgia so many drivers will get warnings first and later tickets. The autopiolt would reduce the amount of traffic citations officers write and save many drivers money. The decrease in citations would also effect the county revenue and possibly cause increase in the form of higher taxes.
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