Meteorological Aspects of the Operational Design Domain – Enhancing Road and Rail Safety and Efficiency through Integrated Wind, Weather, and Motion Sensing Technology

2025-01-8100

04/01/2025

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WCX SAE World Congress Experience
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As automotive technology advances, the need for comprehensive environmental awareness becomes increasingly critical for vehicle safety and efficiency. This study introduces a novel integrated wind, weather, and motion sensor designed for moving objects, with a focus on automotive applications. The sensor’s potential to enhance vehicle performance by providing real-time data on local atmospheric conditions is investigated. The research employs a combination of sensor design, vehicle integration, and field-testing methodologies. Findings prove the sensor’s capability to accurately capture dynamic environmental parameters, including wind speed and direction, temperature, and humidity. The integration of this sensor system shows promise in improving vehicle stability, optimizing fuel efficiency through adaptive aerodynamics, and enhancing the performance of autonomous driving systems. Furthermore, the study explores the potential of this technology in contributing to connected vehicle ecosystems and smart traffic management. The integration of such advanced sensing capabilities represents a significant step towards safer, more efficient, and environmentally responsive automotive systems.
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https://doi.org/10.4271/2025-01-8100
Pages
12
Citation
Feichtinger, C., "Meteorological Aspects of the Operational Design Domain – Enhancing Road and Rail Safety and Efficiency through Integrated Wind, Weather, and Motion Sensing Technology," SAE Technical Paper 2025-01-8100, 2025, https://doi.org/10.4271/2025-01-8100.
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Published
Apr 01
Product Code
2025-01-8100
Content Type
Technical Paper
Language
English