Abstract:
This paper introduces a novel methodology for implementing a practical Decision Making module within an Autonomous Driving Stack, focusing on merge scenarios in urban env...Show MoreMetadata
Abstract:
This paper introduces a novel methodology for implementing a practical Decision Making module within an Autonomous Driving Stack, focusing on merge scenarios in urban environments. Our approach leverages Deep Reinforcement Learning and Curriculum Learning, structured into three stages: initial training in a lightweight simulator (SUMO), refinement in a high-fidelity simulation (CARLA) through a Digital Twin, and final validation in real-world scenarios with Parallel Execution. We propose a Partially Observable Markov Decision Process framework and employ the Trust Region Policy Optimization algorithm to train our agent. Our method significantly narrows the gap between simulated training and real-world application, offering a cost-effective and flexible solution for Autonomous Driving development. The paper details the experimental setup and outcomes in each stage, demonstrating the effectiveness of the proposed methodology.
Published in: 2024 IEEE Intelligent Vehicles Symposium (IV)
Date of Conference: 02-05 June 2024
Date Added to IEEE Xplore: 15 July 2024
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