Autoware Documentation#
Autoware is the world's leading open-source autonomous driving framework. Autoware provides a comprehensive, production-ready software stack designed to accelerate the commercial deployment of autonomous vehicles across diverse platforms and use cases.
Autoware Core Documentation Autoware Universe Documentation Autoware Tools Documentation Autoware Main Site
Capabilities#
Autoware handles the full autonomous driving stack, from sensing to control.
| Domain | Key Features |
|---|---|
| 🤖 AI & Learning | Support for End-to-End (E2E) driving models, ML-based perception, and data-driven trajectory prediction. |
| 👁️ Perception | Multi-Sensor Fusion (Lidar, Camera, Radar), Traffic Light Recognition, and dynamic object tracking. |
| 📍 Localization | High-precision NDT matching combined with GNSS/IMU odometry for robust positioning in mapped environments. |
| 🧠 Planning | Behavior Planning for intersections and lane changes, plus real-time Dynamic Obstacle Avoidance. |
| 🚗 Control | Precise Trajectory Following and standardized vehicle interfaces for drive-by-wire platforms. |
| 🎮 Simulation | Digital Twin Simulation (AWSIM), Rosbag Replay, and Scenario Simulation for validation. |
Validated Use Cases#
Autoware is designed to be platform-agnostic, powering applications such as
- Robo-Taxis & Urban Mobility
- Cargo Delivery & Logistics
- Robo-Bus Shuttles
- Privately-Owned Vehicles (POV)