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Originally posted by xoxoxoBruce
"Early on March 13, 2004, near Barstow, California, some of the most sophisticated autonomous land vehicles ever assembled will embark for Las Vegas. They have 10 hours to cover approximately 210 miles of desert terrain and overcome the many obstacles this rugged landscape presents. There will be no drivers, no mechanics, no human navigators. The only communication allowed will be the starting gun! This is the first race of its kind. The winning team will receive a prize of $1 million. "
This race is sponsored the DRPA with the intent of developing automous fighting vehicles. Won't it be great to be able to subdue a city without risking American lives. We could remotely capture Baghdad, Bogata ......... ....... or Cleveland.
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Southeastern Louisiana University, which I'm attending, is working on a 'bot for the 2005 run.