VAIL Lab

About Us

Vision

At IU Racing Team, we firmly believe that autonomous racing serves as a catalyst for advancing autonomous technology, leading to safer and more sophisticated self-driving cars. Motorsport has historically served as a breeding ground for pioneering automotive technologies, and we are committed to pushing these boundaries further.

Mission

As a Research Catalyst

We are dedicated to advancing research across various facets of the autonomy stack, including perception, planning, and control modules. By pushing the boundaries of innovation in these areas, we aim to contribute significantly to the progress of autonomous driving technology.

As a Learning Facilitator

We are committed to offering our students an exceptional opportunity to apply their skills to real-world problems. Through hands-on experience and immersive projects, we empower our members to develop practical solutions and gain invaluable insights into the field of autonomous driving.

As a Racing Innovator

Our ultimate goal is to become world champions in Autonomous Racing competitions. By continuously refining our techniques, leveraging cutting-edge technology, and fostering a spirit of collaboration, we aspire to compete against and surpass the best AI teams in the world.

ProfessorAbout

Prof. Lantao Liu

Associate Professor

Department of Intelligent Systems Engineering

Department of Computer Science

Team Leads