Ford Multi-AV Seasonal Dataset
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ROBOTICS RESEARCH
Authors: Agarwal, Siddharth; Vora, Ankit; Pandey, Gaurav; Williams, Wayne; Kourous, Helen; McBride, James
Abstract
This article presents a challenging multi-agent seasonal dataset collected by a fleet of Ford autonomous vehicles (AVs) at different days and times during 2017-2018. The vehicles traversed an average route of 66 km in Michigan that included a mix of driving scenarios such as the Detroit airport, freeways, city centers, university campus, and suburban neighborhoods. Each vehicle used in this data collection was a Ford Fusion outfitted with an Applanix POS-LV GNSS/INS system, four HDL-32E Velodyne 3D-lidar scanners, six Point Grey 1.3 MP cameras arranged on the rooftop for 360 degrees coverage, and one Point Grey 5 MP camera mounted behind the windshield for the forward field of view. We present the seasonal variation in weather, lighting, construction, and traffic conditions experienced in dynamic urban environments. We also include data from multiple AVs that were driven in close proximity. This dataset can help design robust algorithms for AVs and multi-agent systems. Each log in the dataset is time-stamped and contains raw data from all the sensors, calibration values, pose trajectory, ground-truth pose, and 3D maps. All data is available in rosbag format that can be visualized, modified, and applied using the open-source Robot Operating System (ROS). We also provide the output of reflectivity-based localization for bench-marking purposes. The dataset can be freely downloaded at .
Training Where and When It Is Needed: In Situ Simulation Using a Traveling Education Cart
JOURNAL OF CONTINUING EDUCATION IN NURSING
Authors: Wilfong, Donamarie N.; Daniel, Laura H.; McAtee, Therese M. Justus
Abstract
Background: In recent years, simulation educators have focused on in situ simulations wherein they bring education to providers' workplaces in efforts to reduce clinical disruptions and eliminate travel costs. However, these efforts have remained unfulfilling as education rooms must be secured and other providers must replace those attending the on-site education. Method: The authors propose a super mobile educational modality wherein simulation education is brought to workplaces on a cart. This traveling education cart trains individuals or small groups on one topic or skill at a time, offering learners quick, on-the-job training and refreshers without the need for educational rooms or fill-ins. Education happens whenever there is a need and wherever the cart will fit. Results: Results reveal that the succinct education offered by this cart is effective and well-received. Conclusion: This study presents a novel training modality in an efficient, noninvasive, yet effective means for health care providers that may be replicated in other hospitals.