A group of 22 senior students from the Canadian University in Dubai has collaborated on a solar-powered driverless car project. The vehicle, fueled entirely by solar energy, was designed for transportation between the university’s two campus buildings at City Walk.
The undergraduate engineers, divided into teams, focused on various aspects of the car’s development, including the navigation system, power capacity, bodywork, and chassis.
The car, showcased as a proof-of-concept design, holds the potential for practical use on roads in the near future and was developed as part of the students’ graduation program under the guidance of professors.
Different groups of students were responsible for technical aspects such as the central processing design, power supply to electronic devices using a photovoltaic panel on the roof, and managing the car’s controls and inputs from sensors like Lidar.
The project not only demonstrated the students’ theoretical knowledge but also enhanced their interpersonal skills and technical expertise, emphasizing the real-world application of theoretical knowledge and the importance of teamwork in engineering.
Dubai’s advancements in autonomous vehicle technology have positioned the UAE as a frontrunner in this field, contributing to improved road safety, traffic efficiency, and reduced carbon emissions.