- First riding assist tech from Honda was showcased in 2017
- The new system includes adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist and more
- Overall, the rider is in the majority of control
After debuting its riding assist tech back in 2017, Honda has now come up with a new patent that could make the two-wheelers semi-autonomous. It packs multiple assistance features while making sure that the rider still has the majority of control.
This development is to aid the rider by taking control only to give him/her a break or make the necessary adjustments to avoid accidents. While Yamaha is working on its electric steering assist with the radar tech, Honda seems to make things a bit more advance.
Its new auto-steering tech includes cameras, radar and LIDAR (Light Detection And Ranging). The latter uses lasers and develops a virtual three-dimensional image of the bike’s vicinity. The system also overlooks automatic throttle, overlook and steering as well.
The two-wheeler will come loaded with adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist and auto-lane changing assist along with low-speed car passing. All these features will help the bike attain a fair degree of autonomy.
While Honda is moving forward on the development front, the auto-steering tech is still in the early stages and will be a while before it's available for the mass.
