12dz Chapter 357 Rebuttal to the Trolls! So much technological sophistication, is it all just empty hype?
Chapter 357 Rebuttal to the Trolls! So much technological sophistication, is it all just empty hype?
"Old Ge, what kind of talk is that?"
"Is there anything perfect in this world? Find one and show it to me."
"Even those long-established, powerful, and internationally renowned car companies cannot build a perfect car!"
Zhao Ruilong was still annoyed by Ge Junshan's argumentative nature.
Mr. Shen, who was test driving the car, stepped in to retort.
Moreover, his voice was strong and resonant.
Ge Junshan said with a playful smile:
"I didn't say there are any perfect cars in the world!"
"Didn't he himself say that if this car has even the slightest design flaw or quality problem, it will be ruined after it's launched?"
"So can I understand that he has designed this car well enough, and there are no quality issues whatsoever...?"
Mr. Shen interjected, "If there are no design flaws or quality problems, the product can be considered qualified, but how can it be said to be perfect?"
"The development of science and technology has not yet come to an end, and more advanced technologies and materials will continue to emerge."
"Therefore, this car can be continuously optimized and upgraded to achieve lower energy consumption and richer functions!"
"Yes!"
Zhao Ruilong chimed in:
"It is the responsibility of car manufacturers to meet relevant national standards and ensure that there are no design defects or quality problems."
"This is my first time investing in car manufacturing, and it's a domestically produced new energy vehicle. So, in addition to being legal and compliant, I also need to pay more attention to safety and reliability."
"To this end, a large number of rigorous and complex tests were conducted during the research and development testing phase. After the official mass production, in order to ensure safety and reliability, the best current process materials and the strictest quality inspection were also adopted."
"Just like this car, it not only uses a one-piece die-casting process and an aluminum alloy body, but also uses high-strength hot-formed steel in key parts to further strengthen the structural strength. The front and rear anti-collision beams are also 60 mm aluminum alloy instead of plastic parts."
"Moreover, this car also has nine airbags and side curtain airbags, which can better protect the driver and passengers and reduce the probability of injury or death in the event of an accident. Even though there is no national mandatory standard in this regard, I still did it for the sake of safety."
"As for the future... just as Mr. Shen said, with the emergence of new technologies, new materials, and new processes, this car will continue to be optimized and upgraded, making it more advanced, intelligent, safer, more comfortable, and more energy-efficient..."
Before Zhao Ruilong could finish speaking, Ge Junshan suddenly asked:
What does "advanced intelligence" mean?
"Could this car actually drive itself?"
Are you just being argumentative again?
It’s not over, right?
Zhao Ruilong smiled slightly and patiently explained:
"Currently, no country in the world has issued a classification standard for automated driving in automobiles. Based on technological development trends and future application plans, I have developed a corporate standard."
“从低到高分别是L0应急辅助、L1部分驾驶辅助、L2组合驾驶辅助、L3有条件自动驾驶、L4高度自动驾驶、L5完全自动驾驶。”
"When the intelligent driving system reaches Level 3, it can completely take over driving in relatively simple road conditions, such as driving on the highway, and the driver only needs to supervise."
"If a car is to be able to drive itself without a driver in any weather or road condition, then the intelligent driving system needs to reach Level 5. To achieve this level, it basically requires the use of AI artificial intelligence."
No sooner had he finished speaking than Ge Junshan gave him a cold, sidelong glance.
"Isn't one of the main selling points of your car its technological luxury?"
"So, what level can its current intelligent driving system reach?"
"Level 1, equipped with some driver assistance functions!"
Zhao Ruilong answered crisply and decisively.
Upon hearing this answer, Ge Junshan turned his head to the side in surprise.
"Could you demonstrate?"
"Of course, but let's wait until Mr. Shen has finished his test drive before we try it out!"
"Why can't we try it now? Don't you trust your intelligent driving system, or do you not trust Mr. Shen's driving skills?"
"..."
Zhao Ruilong was taken aback.
You, Ge Junshan, have a really sharp tongue!
It makes me feel that no matter which answer I choose, it won't be appropriate.
Meanwhile, Mr. Shen, who was driving, burst into laughter.
"Old Ge, are you driving now, or am I driving?"
"I haven't even finished the test drive yet, what's the rush?"
"How about I stop the car now and let you drive?"
A series of three questions that made everyone laugh.
It seemed like a joke, but it felt like Ge Junshan had been slapped three times.
But how could a cunning and shrewd man like him show any embarrassment in public?
"Go ahead and drive, I'm not going to test drive it."
"I haven't driven for many years, and I've completely forgotten how to drive."
President Shen smiled and glanced sideways.
"Ruilong, since Elder Ge is so curious about your intelligent driving system, let's demonstrate it to him!"
"Okay, I'll arrange it right away!"
Zhao Ruilong took out a walkie-talkie and gave the instructions:
"Set up a few roadblocks and we'll test the collision warning and emergency braking functions."
"alright, got it!"
After a while, a voice came from the walkie-talkie.
"Roadblocks set up."
"Roger that!"
After putting down the walkie-talkie, Zhao Ruilong reminded him:
"Mr. Shen," our Level 1 intelligent driving system includes several driver assistance functions, primarily adaptive cruise control, lane centering assist, collision warning, and emergency braking.
"Now press the ACC button on the steering wheel with your left hand. Yes, that one. After pressing it, push the small dial below it to set the maximum speed."
"A light push will increase the speed by 1 kilometer per hour from the current speed, while holding it down will increase it by 5 kilometers per hour each time..."
After guiding General Manager Shen to set the speed, Zhao Ruilong reminded him:
"You only need to put your hands on the steering wheel now. You don't need to turn it hard or use your right foot to press the accelerator or brake."
"Hey, that's strange. I didn't apply any force, but the steering wheel is moving by itself!"
"Yes, the car automatically adjusts its direction after recognizing the road conditions through multiple cameras."
"Not bad, not bad. I didn't even step on the gas, and it automatically accelerated uphill."
Hearing their conversation, Ge Junshan couldn't help but get up and peek over the shoulder.
Seeing this, General Manager Shen simply let go of his hand and moved his foot away.
"See? I really didn't touch it; it's truly on autopilot!"
Zhao Ruilong laughed and said, "This isn't autonomous driving yet; it's just lane keeping assist and adaptive cruise control."
"If it's on a highway or expressway with closed lanes, it can make things much easier for drivers."
As they were talking, the car's alarm started beeping.
"Hey, what's going on?"
"Put your hands back on the steering wheel quickly."
Mr. Shen quickly gripped the steering wheel with both hands, and the alarm immediately stopped.
"Heh, not bad, not bad."
"This isn't self-driving yet, so we can't just ignore it."
Zhao Ruilong glanced ahead.
"If you see any obstacles on the road, do not steer or brake; let the car drive over them on its own."
"We simulated a driver who, due to fatigue, making or answering phone calls, became distracted while driving and failed to carefully observe road conditions."
Mr. Shen nodded with a smile and said:
"Sure! Now we can test whether this car can automatically detect obstacles and brake in an emergency, right?"
Zhao Ruilong said, "That's right, don't worry, those obstacles are just models made of foam plastic. Even if you really crash into them, you won't be hurt."
"I'm sure we won't crash!"
President Shen said confidently, "You've brought together so many universities, research institutions, and military enterprises to help develop the intelligent driving system. How could it not even be able to do collision warning and emergency braking?"
As they were talking, a traffic cone appeared in the middle of the road ahead.
"I haven't slowed down at all, nor have I moved the steering wheel. The car is on cruise control!"
As Mr. Shen was speaking, a beeping notification sound rang out in the car.
As the distance closed, the beeping became more urgent.
"Hey, slow down! Slow down!"
"I didn't step on the brake! Look! My right foot is already off the ground!"
While exclaiming in surprise, President Shen also tucked his right leg up as if to rest it on the chair.
Under Ge Junshan's astonished gaze.
The car gradually slowed down and came to a steady stop.
"You really didn't step on the brakes?"
Ge Junshan asked with some surprise.
Mr. Shen laughed and said, "No, if I stepped on the brake, would it still beep and alarm? Besides, how can I step on the brake with my right foot raised so high?"
"It's interesting!"
After the roadside staff removed the traffic cones, Ge Junshan quickly pointed ahead.
"Keep going, keep going! I see a model car by the bend ahead. Let's see if it can brake suddenly!"
"Such a large model is easier to identify than a cone, so it can definitely be detected and braked earlier."
Zhao Ruilong immediately reminded him, "President Shen, you don't need to press the accelerator. Just push that knob up slightly, and the car will continue with adaptive cruise control."
"Okay, I gave it a push, and hmm, it's faster, it's faster!"
With both hands on the steering wheel, President Shen said with a hearty laugh:
"Old Ge, did you see that?"
"My right foot didn't even touch the ground!"
"The car accelerated automatically!"
Ge Junshan turned his head and glanced at it.
Mr. Shen's right foot was almost on the seat, so there was no way he could press the accelerator pedal.
Meanwhile, Mr. Shen, who was in charge of the steering wheel, said with a broad smile:
"Putting a model car on the side of a bend is very realistic!"
"As long as you drive on the road, you will inevitably encounter other vehicles parked on the side of the road for various reasons."
As they spoke, the car nimbly entered the curve.
Immediately afterwards, the alarm began to sound urgently.
It quickly braked and stopped behind the car model that was parked illegally in the road.
"Hmm, not bad, not bad, it really can recognize it and automatically brake to a stop!"
President Shen praised it again.
Zhao Ruilong, who was sitting in the back row, did not respond.
Because he knew that an even bigger 'surprise' was yet to come.
We got back on the road and continued driving smoothly for quite a while.
An electric humanoid figure suddenly appeared and crossed the road from behind a billboard.
Amidst a sharp and urgent alarm, the vehicle braked abruptly.
Driven by immense inertia, both General Manager Shen and Ge Junshan were involuntarily propelled forward.
However, thanks to the seatbelt, it did not hit the windshield.
It felt like someone had forcibly pushed me back into my seat.
"Who put up this model? It suddenly crossed the road, it was terrifying!"
Ge Junshan complained, somewhat annoyed.
Meanwhile, Mr. Shen, who was holding the steering wheel, smiled with great satisfaction:
"That reaction speed is really fast!"