Originally Posted by
Maelochs
Pretty much, the computer, when properly programmed, can do what a human can do ... better.
That is why all those super-high-tech Air Force jets use computers ... no human is quick enough to keep a flying wing stable, but computers can ... and do.
The roads won't be accident-free ... but computers can access and process more data, faster, and can react faster and more precisely.
Really sucks that this lady got hit and died. Really does. But ... it has nothing to do with AV operation, and everything to do with humans' inability to maneuver safely and sensibly through the world.
AV system with adequate sensors detects and tracks the motions of a dozen kids? Yes if they are not hiding or occluded. AV system also can analyze those tracked motions to determine "that kid is gonna bolt out to get that ball!" I really do not think so.