Serbian Team Snags Third Place at Global Autonomous Driving Competition – Are We Ready for the Future or Just Dreaming?
Picture this: students from Serbia, armed with humble tools like Raspberry Pi and microcontrollers, battle it out against teams from over 30 countries and clinch third place at the prestigious Bosch Future Mobility Challenge in Cluj, Romania. Yes, you read that right! While the world obsesses over big corporations and pricey tech, these young geniuses from Novi Sad prove that a little knowledge and a lot of grit can work wonders.
Who are the heroes?
The “Jurimo30” team from the Faculty of Technical Sciences in Novi Sad consists of five third-year students and one master’s student, all specializing in computer science and automation. Blagoje Milošević, Vuk Pavić, Luka Radović, Petar Rešetar, and Milorad Trifunović have shown that Serbian brains can compete with global giants.
What’s the competition about?
The Bosch Future Mobility Challenge gathers students worldwide to develop algorithms for autonomous driving and vehicle communication in a simulated urban environment. But it’s not just simulation – students control scaled vehicles equipped with real components, meaning every millimeter and decision counts.
Why does this matter?
While Serbia still debates how to improve infrastructure and technology, these young folks are already working on the future. Autonomous driving isn’t just a dream – it’s a reality on the horizon, and our students are among those shaping it.
Does the government recognize this achievement?
Sadly, such successes often go unnoticed and unsupported. But maybe it’s time to wake up and realize that investing in youth and innovation isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity.
Conclusion
Third place at a global competition isn’t just a medal – it’s a message. A message that Serbia has the potential, brains, and will to be part of the tech revolution. We just need to believe and support these young heroes.
So, have you heard of “Jurimo30” yet? If not, it’s time to get acquainted and maybe drop them a comment – who knows, your words might just be the extra push for their next victory!
