DARPA Urban Challenge

The DARPA Urban Challenge was a competition held in 2007 by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to advance autonomous vehicle technology. Teams built self-driving cars that navigated a simulated urban environment, completing tasks like obeying traffic signals and avoiding obstacles. This challenge tested the vehicles' ability to operate in complex settings similar to real city driving, pushing the boundaries of robotic and artificial intelligence capabilities. It aimed to inspire innovation in autonomous systems, contributing to future applications in transportation and military operations. The event showcased significant advancements in robotics and driverless vehicle technology.