Leonardi, S.; Distefano, N. Roundabout Trajectory Planning: Integrating Human Driving Models for Autonomous Vehicles. Sustainability2023, 15, 16288.
Leonardi, S.; Distefano, N. Roundabout Trajectory Planning: Integrating Human Driving Models for Autonomous Vehicles. Sustainability 2023, 15, 16288.
Leonardi, S.; Distefano, N. Roundabout Trajectory Planning: Integrating Human Driving Models for Autonomous Vehicles. Sustainability2023, 15, 16288.
Leonardi, S.; Distefano, N. Roundabout Trajectory Planning: Integrating Human Driving Models for Autonomous Vehicles. Sustainability 2023, 15, 16288.
Abstract
This research investigates the utilization of human driving models in autonomous vehicles, particularly in scenarios with minimal or no interactions with other vehicles. Human driving models provide valuable insights into driver behavior and play a crucial role in shaping the behavior of autonomous vehicles, enhancing their performance and user experience. The primary focus of the study is the creation of a planning model for autonomous vehicles when navigating roundabouts in the absence of traffic. This model seeks to emulate human driving behavior, ensuring predictability, safety, optimization of traffic flow, and adaptation to various roundabout geometries. To achieve this, the research introduces a trajectory model that takes into account geometric attributes and speed variations within roundabouts. The model is calibrated using empirical data and generalizes parameters through statistical regression methodologies. This model is referred to as "MRoundabout" and is evaluated for its consistency in generating plans that closely mimic human driving behavior within roundabouts. While the study presents a promising approach, it acknowledges limitations related to the model's reliance on geometric attributes and its inability to account for external factors like weather conditions. This research underscores the importance of bridging the gap between theoretical research and practical application, with the aim of enhancing safety and the overall user experience in real-world driving scenarios.
Keywords
Autonomous vehicles; Human driving models; Roundabouts; Speed profiles; Traffic-free planning
Subject
Engineering, Transportation Science and Technology
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