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Artificial Intelligence : Autonomous Sky Gliders tested by Microsoft

Auto Gliding: Making Self-Decision on Air

Microsoft develops their auto pilot system (Auto gliders) by using Artificial Intelligence. While other competitors developing self-driven cars, Microsoft recently conducted a successful test flight of their auto pilot system (Auto gliders) which can take decision during the flight.

Indian-origin researcher Ashish Kapoor, head researcher of Microsoft leading his team in Microsoft’s autonomous sky glider project and the team already designed two self-navigated gliders and tested them. (New York Times)

The report also said that “"Guided by computer algorithms that learned from onboard sensors, predicted air patterns and planned a route forward, these gliders could seek out thermals - columns of rising hot air - and use them to stay aloft.”"


Actually Microsoft has planned to develop auto-gliders that are able to fly on the air for hours or even days with the minimal use of power. Microsoft also plan to use the gliders in scientific research to help the scientists to monitor weather patterns, crops, delivering products and even delivering internet into certain areas where it is not available.  

According to Mykel Kochenderfer, Stanford University professor of aeronautics and astronautics, Microsoft's project is a step towards self-driving vehicles "that are nimble enough to handle all the unexpected behavior that human drivers, bicyclists and pedestrians bring to public roads".

"With a glider, you can test these algorithms with minimal risk to people and property," Kochenderfer was quoted as saying.

In the Nevada desert, the team led by Kapoor launched two gliders with help from a hand-held remote control.

Once airborne, the gliders were left to their own devices. They were forced to fly with help from the wind and other air patterns.

With the help of algorithms, the gliders analysed the activities surrounding them and then changed directions as need be. They learned from their environment and made educated guesses.

Microsoft wanted to set record with the flight but after two days of trial, due to problems with radios and other equipment, it did not happen.Using similar methods, google has built high-altitude Internet balloons that can stay aloft for months on end. Several companies, including tesla, Google, uber and apple are designing cars that can not only drive on their own but also keep people in the surrounding safe.


 

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