tumFree

tumFree is a software project developed by the Technical University of Munich (TUM). Its primary goal is to provide an open-source platform for research and development in the field of autonomous driving. The project aims to democratize access to advanced autonomous driving technology by offering a modular and extensible framework that can be adapted for various research purposes.

The tumFree platform typically includes a combination of software components, such as sensor drivers, perception algorithms, planning modules, and control systems. It is designed to be compatible with common hardware platforms used in autonomous vehicle research, enabling researchers to integrate their own algorithms and test them in a simulated or real-world environment. The open-source nature of tumFree encourages collaboration within the research community, allowing for faster innovation and the sharing of best practices.

While specific functionalities and components may evolve over time, tumFree generally supports tasks like object detection, tracking, localization, and path planning. Its development is driven by the research needs of TUM and its collaborators, contributing to advancements in areas such as sensor fusion, artificial intelligence for autonomous systems, and safety validation. The project often serves as a basis for student theses, research papers, and collaborative projects within the autonomous driving domain.