Joel Lopes to Leverage his Knowledge on the AutoSens Advisory Board

Joel Lopes, a Staff Software Engineer at Cruise, has been at the forefront of developing software systems for autonomous vehicles. In this interview, he gives us insights into how his expertise has contributed towards Cruise’s AV development, and how he plans to leverage his knowledge both on the AutoSens advisory board, and within the industry.Â
What makes AutoSens unique?

I used to do a lot of talking to new clients, partners, speakers and otherwise about AutoSens, but my job these days is less customer-facing, so I don’t get to talk about it so much.
That said, as the team grows, we have spent more time recently to focus on how we talk about the conferences, the engineering community and everything that makes AutoSens so special, and it’s been a good opportunity to revisit these unique values, and the reasons I believe AutoSens has built such a strong following over the last 9 years.
A deep dive into Generative AI with Sneha Sudhir Shetiya, Staff Software Engineer at TORC Robotics

Generative AI, including techniques like GANs, VAEs, and Transformer models, is revolutionizing ADAS by creating realistic synthetic data for training, enhancing safety and reliability. Sneha discusses the challenges of implementing generative AI in ADAS, particularly in ensuring robustness and data quality through advanced analysis techniques. Additionally, this interview examines the future role of generative AI in ADAS, highlighting emerging technologies like unsupervised learning and explainable AI.
AutoSens Europe: Announcing a Formal Endorsement from STA, the Automotive Engineering Association of Spain

Sense Media Group, organisers of AutoSens and InCabin conference and exhibition series, due to take place in Barcelona, Spain from 8-10 October 2024 are proud to announce a formal endorsement from Sociedad de Técnicos de Automoción (STA), the automotive engineering association of Catalunya. Find out more below…
The Future of ADAS in China with Torsten Wendler, Head of ADAS/AD at Volkswagen Group (China)

Torsten Wendler, Head of ADAS/AD at Volkswagen Group (China) Technology Company, will be joining us at AutoSens Europe for a key note exploring ‘The Future of ADAS in China’. Read on to hear more for Torsten on how Volkswagen is approaching China’s ADAS market differently.
Announcing AutoSens China: Expanding our Engineering Community

AutoSens is landing in Hefei, China, 21-23rd November 2023! Hear more from our Founder Rob Stead on what you can expect from our first AutoSens China…
Exploring A-PHY technology for ADAS with Valens Semiconductor

Hear from Daniel Shwartzberg, Director of Automotive System Solutions and Dana Zelitzki, SVP of Marketing, at Valens Semiconductor as they explores the current industry position of A-PHY technology.
Journey through the Agenda: What’s Next for Automotive E/E Architectures?

The automotive industry has become a key driver of semiconductor innovations. It is at the cusp of a significant transformation, driven by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and a shift towards more integrated and intelligent vehicle systems.
Berveleen Mashonga to Drive Diversity and Innovation on The AutoSens Advisory Board

In a dynamic move to enrich the diversity and expertise of the AutoSens Advisory Board, we are thrilled to welcome Berveleen Mashonga, a seasoned Product Manager at Hyundai Mobis, the passionate Founder of Women in STEM Empowerment (WOISE), and a dear former AutoSens Speaker. Berveleen’s remarkable journey, commitment to mentorship, and industry recognition make her an invaluable addition to our esteemed panel.
An Interview with Divya Garikapati, IEEE, SAE and Women in Autonomy

In this interview, Peter Burns, Chief, Human Factors and Crash Avoidance Research, Motor Vehicle Safety at Transport Canada explores the this question in relation to the effectiveness of ADAS systems – focusing on challenges with design, efficiency, consistency and education for users.