There are already software-defined vehicles, and in the future there may also be software-defined car factories.
Hyundai and Kia have revealed new technologies to help improve efficiency at their plants through the use of advanced software, including artificial intelligence.
The technologies were revealed on Tuesday at a presentation hosted by the automakers at a joint research lab in Seoul, and will be gradually introduced at plants operated by the automakers and their subsidiaries., or SDV. An SDV is essentially a vehicle whose software and hardware enable it to be monitored in real time and updated when necessary, potentially for its entire life.
At their presentation, Hyundai and Kia described a software-defined factory, where everything is connected via smart technologies in a quest to improve efficiency. AI is also integrated in order to achieve data and software-based decision-making.Hyundai and Kia said the software-defined factory will be able to deliver shorter preparation time for production, faster manufacturing speed, lower investment costs for launching new vehicles, and improved quality.
Some of the specific technologies and processes previewed included autonomous robots for logistics, automated production for odd-shaped, flexible vehicle parts like hoses and wires, an infinitely variable multi-axis holding fixture, and automated quality control systems that can perform real-time safety inspections and equipment checks in factory environments.
Many of the technologies rely on AI, vision processing, and big data processing, and according to Hyundai and Kia they will become essential asSome of the technologies demonstrated are already being implemented. Nissan earlier this month detailed a quality control system that uses AI to helpon cars produced at its U.S. plants. And automakers like BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Tesla are exploring the use of autonomous humanoid robots at their plants.
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