Yamaha Motoroid - the first AI-powered motorcycle.
Yamaha's concept vehicle is capable of recognizing and communicating with its owner through a system of cameras, sensors, and control software.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is one of the most talked-about technologies today. Robots, self-driving cars... all utilize this technology, and Yamaha has pioneered bringing it to a concept motorcycle.
Yamaha has named this concept motorcycle Motoroid, which boasts many smart features, is fully electric, and can drive itself. Furthermore, this motorcycle uses artificial intelligence to automatically recognize its owner and provide appropriate communication.
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The Yamaha Motoroid concept car, powered by artificial intelligence, is on display at the Bangkok Motor Show in Thailand. |
In fact, AI is still a relatively new field, and car manufacturers are trying to accelerate its application in their products, so that cars are not just means of transporting their owners from one place to another. The Motoroid concept car has a futuristic design, like something out of a science fiction movie.
Parts like the wheels and front/rear swingarms are not much different from commercial vehicles, but the seat and handlebars are different. The rider's posture is similar to that of a sportbike due to the relatively long distance from the seat to the handlebars and the low position of the handlebars.
The Yamaha Motoroid's body utilizes various lightweight carbon fiber materials. The lithium-ion battery pack, which powers the vehicle, is located in the position typically occupied by the motor on traditional motorcycles and is designed like a sports water bottle.
Meanwhile, the electric motor is located in the rear wheel to reduce kinetic energy loss during operation. Using artificial intelligence, the Yamaha Motoroid employs millions of sensors to recognize the owner's biometrics and understand their intentions. According to Yamaha representatives, the Motoroid can adapt to various riding styles, depending on the rider.
This motorcycle model can recognize its owner and understand commands.and self-driving, which reminds customers of the self-balancing concept car that Honda introduced not long ago.Currently, Yamaha has not announced an official timeframe for when this concept might go into commercial production, as AI technology still requires further testing and research.
