OpenPilot: open source autonomous driving system, DIY a set of your own intelligent driving system for your car

General Introduction

OpenPilot is an open source autonomous driving system developed by comma.ai to enhance the driving experience and safety of existing vehicles with advanced driver assistance features. Since its first release in 2016, OpenPilot has supported more than 275 vehicle models and is constantly updating and optimizing its functionality. The system utilizes machine learning and computer vision technologies to enable automatic lane keeping, adaptive cruise control, driver monitoring and more. Users can upgrade their existing vehicles to smart cars with advanced driver assistance features by installing OpenPilot hardware devices.

Function List

• Automatic Lane Keeping: Using machine learning algorithms, it ensures that the vehicle stays in the center of the lane, even on roads without lane markings.
• Adaptive Cruise Control: Automatically adjusts its speed to the speed of the vehicle in front of it, maintains a safe following distance, and automatically brakes when necessary.
• Driver monitoring: Real-time monitoring of the driver's state of attention, alerting distracted drivers and taking safety measures where necessary.
• lane change assist: Assists in accomplishing a safe lane change after the driver has hit the turn signal.
• software update: Receive the latest software updates over WiFi or mobile networks to ensure your system is always at its best.
• Supports a wide range of vehicles: Over 275 models are supported, including brands such as Honda, Toyota, and Hyundai.

Using Help

Installation process

1. Hardware preparation: Purchase and prepare the OpenPilot hardware device (e.g., comma 3 or comma 3X), as well as the connecting harness for your vehicle.
2. device connection: Connect the OpenPilot device to the vehicle's OBD-II connector and install the vehicle-adapted wiring harness according to the official installation guide.
3. software installation: Execute the following command in a terminal to install the latest version of OpenPilot:

   bash <(curl -fsSL https://install.comma.ai)

4. priming device: Start the vehicle and make sure the OpenPilot device is successfully connected.

Guidelines for use

1. Automatic Lane Keeping: When OpenPilot is activated, the system automatically recognizes lane lines and keeps the vehicle in the center of the lane. Even on roads without lane markings, the system maintains a steady course by following the path of the vehicle in front of it.
2. Adaptive Cruise Control: In cruise mode, OpenPilot automatically adjusts the speed of the vehicle in front of you to maintain a safe following distance. When the vehicle in front of you slows down or stops, the system will brake automatically.
3. Driver monitoring: OpenPilot monitors the driver's state of concentration in real time. If it detects a distracted driver, the system will sound an alarm and slow down to a stop if necessary.
4. lane change assist: When it's time to change lanes, the driver simply hits the turn signal and nudges the steering wheel, and the system assists with a safe lane change.
5. software update: OpenPilot regularly receives the latest software updates over WiFi or mobile networks, so users only need to make sure their device is connected to the internet for automatic updates.

best practice

• Security settings: Follow the ISO26262 guidelines to ensure that the system status is checked before each use.
• Driving Precautions: When using OpenPilot, the driver should always be aware of the road conditions and be prepared to take over control of the vehicle at any time.
• regular update: Keep your OpenPilot version up to date with the latest security features and performance optimizations.