New laser technology lets driverless cars see round corners

A new laser-based system could allow vehicles to 'see' obstacles before they come into view, scientists say

Whether it's a child running after a ball, a herd of cows or a broken-down car, unexpected obstacles can prove deadly to drivers. But scientists say the cars of the future might be able to anticipate such perils.

A team of researchers have come up with a new laser-based system that efficiently produces images of objects that are hidden around a corner - a development they say could allow autonomous vehicles to see obstacles before they come into the line of sight.