Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) hardware primarily consists of the following components:
- FSD Computer (Hardware 3.0):
- Processor: Custom-built by Tesla, the FSD computer is a significant upgrade from its predecessor (Hardware 2.5). It’s designed specifically for processing large volumes of data from the vehicle’s sensors.
- Performance: This computer provides a substantial increase in processing power, reportedly capable of performing 36 trillion operations per second, which is essential for real-time data processing and decision-making required for autonomous driving.
- Redundancy: It includes redundancy in both power and data processing to enhance safety and reliability.
- Sensors:
- Cameras: Tesla vehicles equipped with FSD hardware have multiple cameras strategically placed around the vehicle. These cameras provide 360-degree visibility around the car at up to 250 meters of range.
- Ultrasonic Sensors: These sensors are used for detecting objects close to the vehicle, aiding in maneuvers like parking and low-speed navigation.
- Radar: A forward-facing radar provides additional data about the environment, especially useful in poor visibility conditions such as fog, rain, or dust.
- Software Integration:
- The hardware is tightly integrated with Tesla’s proprietary software, which includes advanced algorithms for image recognition, sensor fusion, and decision-making.
- Tesla’s software is frequently updated over-the-air to improve functionality, introduce new features, and address issues.
- Connectivity:
- Tesla vehicles are connected to a network, allowing them to receive updates and transmit data back to Tesla, which is used for continuous improvement of the system.
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