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The issue is one of definition. I don't know why people associate autopilot with a definition that isn't autopilot. An autopilot is a system used to control th
by NeutronStar 6y ago
The issue is one of definition. I don't know why people associate autopilot with a definition that isn't autopilot.
An autopilot is a system used to control the trajectory of an aircraft, marine craft or spacecraft without requiring constant manual control by a human operator. Autopilot does not replace human operators. Instead, autopilot assists the operator's control of the vehicle, allowing the operator to focus on broader aspects of operations (for example, monitoring the trajectory, weather and on-board systems) [0]
[0] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Autopilot https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Autopilot
- rzzzt 6y agoThe answer is "Knight Rider".
- NeutronStar 6y agoSo you take your definitions from movies now?
- zmk_ 6y agoBecause it is being sold to customers in a different context. Autopilot for planes does not need to take into account other planes (flight paths are separated) to the same degree as cars do (where other "obstacles" constantly zip next to you).
- NeutronStar 6y agoSo business should be forced to put the definition of words they use as source now?
- kalenx 6y agoThe "why" is not really relevant here, the general perception is. The fact is, if you say "autopilot" and "self driving capabilities" to most people, they will infer that the car does not need a driver to be operated safely, which is definitely not the case.