Write a 1000 – 1200 word essay on one of the following recent discoveries in AI. Explore the concepts that are the foundation to these discoveries, how they work, and any future implications behind them.
Autonomous vehicles or self-driving cars are already a reality in some cities around the world. What was the reason behind this invention? What software logic and hardware are needed to allow these cars to drive without hitting pedestrians or other vehicles? What legislation had to be passed to allow these cars on the road? Are there any moral issues?
Address the foundation of the discovery, the basics of how it works, and argue for 2-3 future implications