Driver Simulation (NADS)
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The National Advanced Driving Simulator (NADS)
The National Advanced Driving Simulator (NADS) is the most sophisticated research driving simulator in the world.
The NADS is located at the University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA. The university is responsible for the daily operational research, maintenance, and long term upgrading of the NADS. Additional information can be obtained by contacting their web site at the following web address: http://www.nads-sc.uiowa.edu/
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Videos
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NADS Research Uses
- The National Advanced Driving Simulator (NADS)
- Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) program
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NADS Subsystem Module Description
The NADS contains several subsystems which provide the driver with a direct presentation of the driving environment.
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NADS Dynamic Animations
The NADS contains several subsystems which provide the driver with a direct presentation of the driving environment.