SRI has tested a tire monitoring system for self-driving vehicles

Sumitomo Rubber Industries (SRI) has created a system designed to support Level 4 autonomous vehicles by continuously monitoring tire pressure data and immediately alerting you to symptoms that require service.

The so-called level 4 autonomous vehicles do not require constant attention from the driver, for example, he can safely fall asleep or leave the driver's seat. However, this autonomous driving is only supported in confined spaces or under special circumstances, and in other conditions, the vehicle must be able to stop safely if the driver does not take over. The main type of such transport is robotic taxis or delivery service vehicles, which operate only in certain zones and at certain times. The solution offered by SRI provides an instant contract monitoring system for the condition of tires and all automotive electronics, as well as fast transmission and processing of tire data.

SRI worked with Gunma University Japan's Center for Research on Next Generation Transport Systems (CRANTS) to develop this system, and recently successfully tested the new system on a public road in Gifu City.

According to SRI, the new tire health monitoring system will help improve the safety of autonomous vehicles and facilitate preventive maintenance to prevent potential tire problems. In addition, the SRI system will allow vehicles to react more quickly to emerging tire problems.