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Applying Large Models to Autonomous Driving👦👥

Currently, large models are mainly applied to perception and prediction. Transformer models extract features from BEV data for obstacle monitoring and positioning. The prediction layer uses Transformers to capture traffic participant motion patterns and trajectories to predict future behaviors.  

For planning/decision-making, autonomous driving generally still uses rule-based methods to generate driving strategies. With increasing autonomy and expanding applications, rule-based planning/control has limitations in corner cases. In the future, large models are expected to gradually shift strategy generation from rule-driven to data-driven. Combined with vehicle dynamics, Transformers can generate appropriate strategies: integrate the environment, road conditions, vehicle status, and other data, and the multi-head attention balances information sources to make reasonable quick decisions in complex environments.

Rule-Based vs. Data-Driven Models in Autonomous Driving


1. Rule-Based Models

  • Definition: Systems rely on predefined rules and logic programmed by developers.
  • How It Works: Engineers write specific instructions, such as “stop at red lights” or “maintain a fixed distance from other cars.”
  • Strengths:
    • Predictability: Behavior is consistent and transparent.
    • Simplicity: Easier to validate and debug.
  • Limitations:
    • Struggles with complex, dynamic environments like unpredictable pedestrian behavior.
    • Cannot handle scenarios outside pre-programmed rules.

2. Data-Driven Models

  • Definition: Systems rely on machine learning and neural networks trained on large datasets.
  • How It Works: The model learns to make decisions (e.g., steering, braking) by analyzing real-world driving data.
  • Strengths:
    • Adaptability: Learns from diverse data and improves over time.
    • Scalability: Handles complex scenarios better than rule-based systems.
  • Limitations:
    • Requires massive, high-quality training data.
    • Decision-making is often a black box, making it harder to interpret and debug.

Comparison in Autonomous Driving Development

  • Rule-Based: Suitable for simple, controlled environments (e.g., warehouses).
  • Data-Driven: Essential for Level 4-5 autonomy, enabling vehicles to navigate unpredictable real-world conditions.
    Most modern autonomous driving systems use hybrid approaches, combining rule-based logic (for safety-critical tasks) with data-driven models for adaptability and intelligence.

Finding rule-based and data-driven approaches in research papers on autonomous vehicles🙇🙇🙇🙇

Finding rule-based and data-driven approaches in research papers on autonomous vehicles requires analyzing the content for specific characteristics, methodologies, or terminologies. Here’s a guide to help you identify these approaches effectively:

1. Look for Specific Keywords

  • Rule-Based Systems:

    • "Heuristic models"
    • "Predefined rules"
    • "Logic-based decision-making"
    • "Deterministic algorithms"
    • "Finite state machines"
    • "Path planning using rules"

  • Data-Driven Models:

    • "Machine learning"
    • "Deep learning"
    • "Neural networks"
    • "Data-driven decision-making"
    • "Reinforcement learning"
    • "Supervised/unsupervised learning"
    • "Training datasets"

2. Analyze Methodology Sections

  • Rule-Based:
    • Descriptions of fixed algorithms or logical structures (e.g., "The system uses predefined thresholds for obstacle avoidance").
    • Flowcharts or diagrams showing sequential decision-making based on conditions.
  • Data-Driven:
    • Discussions of model training (e.g., "The system was trained on a dataset containing 100,000 driving scenarios").
    • Mentions of frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, or machine learning libraries.

3. Focus on the Abstract and Introduction

  • Research papers often summarize their approach in the abstract.
    • Rule-Based: Likely to emphasize "deterministic" or "heuristic methods."
    • Data-Driven: Likely to discuss "AI," "model training," or "learning-based approaches."

4. Explore the Results Section

  • Rule-Based:
    • Performance metrics tied to predictable outcomes in controlled environments.
  • Data-Driven:
    • Accuracy improvements over iterations, cross-validation scores, or charts comparing training and testing datasets.

5. Look for Key Applications

  • Rule-Based: Commonly used in:
    • Lane-keeping algorithms with simple logic.
    • Static obstacle avoidance in controlled environments.
  • Data-Driven: Found in:
    • Complex tasks like image recognition (e.g., object or pedestrian detection).
    • Behavior prediction for dynamic environments.

6. Identify Use of Hybrid Models

Some papers describe combining the two:

  • Rule-based systems for core logic (e.g., stop-and-go decisions).
  • Data-driven models for perceptual tasks (e.g., identifying traffic lights).

Example Search Strategy

  1. Use terms like:

    • "Rule-based autonomous driving"
    • "Machine learning for autonomous vehicles"
    • "Comparison of heuristic and learning-based approaches"

  2. Search databases like Google Scholar, IEEE Xplore, or SpringerLink.

  3. Look for review papers that categorize approaches in autonomous driving—they often include comparisons between rule-based and data-driven methodologies.

By combining these techniques, you can effectively identify whether a paper emphasizes rule-based or data-driven methods in the context of autonomous vehicles.

Example of Autonomous Vehicles:

1- Tesla and Waymo and others combine:
  • Rule-based systems for foundational logic and already existing features like ADAS and safety protocols.
  • Data-driven systems to handle the unpredictability and complexity of real-world scenarios.

Must Watchable Elements

1- Rule-Based Machine Learning Algorithms: Link

2- Study more in Arxiv Papers


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