Tokihiko Akita has been engaged in the research and development of ADAS regarding vehicle control, vehicle dynamics, and surrounding environment recognition for many years in an automotive system supplier. After that, I transferred to the Toyota Technological Institute. I’m now researching autonomous vehicle technology, especially environmental recognition applying AI and millimeter-wave radar. I'm a doctor of engineering and a fellow of the Society of Automotive Engineers of Japan.

The Pop in Your Job – What drives you? Why do you love your topic?
I am a researcher engaging in research and development in this automotive control and AI field for many years. I would like to contribute to the development of this field through my knowledge and various experiences.

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