Michael Fleming
Papers
2
Total Citations
274
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2
About
Michael Fleming is a leading figure in autonomous vehicle systems, best known for his pivotal role in the DARPA Urban Challenge. As a core member of Team VictorTango, Fleming contributed to the development of "Odin," a robotic vehicle that successfully navigated over 90 km of complex urban terrain without human intervention—mastering stop intersections, traffic merges, and roadblocks. This work, documented in his highly cited 2008 paper (253 citations), demonstrated the feasibility of autonomous driving in real-world conditions and laid foundational principles for modern self-driving technology. Fleming’s research focuses on integrating perception, planning, and control systems to enable robust autonomous navigation. His contributions have influenced both academic research and industry applications, with Odin serving as a benchmark for later autonomous platforms. Beyond his DARPA achievements, Fleming’s work continues to shape the evolution of intelligent transportation systems, making him a key innovator in the field of robotics and autonomous vehicles.
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Top Papers
- 1Odin: Team VictorTango's entry in the DARPA Urban Challenge253 citations · 2008
- 2Odin: Team VictorTango’s Entry in the DARPA Urban Challenge21 citations · 2009