Is Autonomy A Solvable Problem?

After years of witnessing some truly wow moments, we find ourselves on the brink of solving the autonomy challenge — or perhaps not quite yet.

Enrique Llanes
7 min readJul 21, 2023

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Achieving autonomy is a multidisciplinary effort that demands a comprehensive approach from various angles.

Firstly, it represents a technological endeavor, with the architecture built upon computer hardware and software capable of perceiving the environment and making decisions.

Moreover, it poses an economic puzzle, as the capital and resources required surpass the conventional investments made by auto manufacturers, resembling those of tech companies.

Lastly, autonomy presents a social dilemma, promising transformative changes in how we utilize transportation and manage our time.

The Technological Landscape

The world of autonomous driving is propelled by cutting-edge technology that holds the potential to revolutionize transportation as we know it. At the forefront of this technological wave are three key components, as emphasized by visionary entrepreneur Elon Musk.

Firstly, the role of supercomputers cannot be overstated. These powerful machines provide the computational capacity…

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Enrique Llanes

4X Top Writer // Tesla fan. Technology enthusiast. AI will change the world. Madrid.