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These shuttles are equipped with Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) and Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC).
The buses come in two variants—six-seater and fourteen-seater. (Photo:
Pragativadi)
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Hyderabad has introduced AI-powered driverless buses on its campus.
These autonomous electric shuttles have been developed by the Technology Innovation Hub on Autonomous Navigation (TiHAN) and are being seen as a big step forward for smart, sustainable transport in India.
Led by Professor P Rajalakshmi, the TiHAN team has already transported more than 10,000 passengers, with an impressive 90 percent satisfaction rate, as per NDTV Auto.
How Do These Buses Work?
The shuttles are available in six-seater and fourteen-seater electric variants. Packed with high-tech features like Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) and Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), they can detect obstacles, maintain safe distances, and navigate complex routes without human drivers.
The technology has achieved Technology Readiness Level 9 (TRL-9) – the highest validation level – proving it works efficiently in real-world Indian conditions.
Why Is This a Big Deal?
Beyond IIT Hyderabad, TiHAN’s work is set to influence India’s wider mobility sector. The hub has built India’s first autonomous navigation testbed, where autonomous technologies can be tested under real Indian driving conditions before being introduced to public roads.
This facility is designed for collaboration with industry leaders, offering top-notch infrastructure and valuable data to help companies and researchers develop safe, reliable autonomous solutions.
TiHAN isn’t stopping at technology development. It is also running specialised AI and Machine Learning programmes to train the next generation of experts. By building talent in emerging tech, IIT Hyderabad hopes to position India as a global leader in autonomous mobility.
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