This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/survey-on-acoustic-sensors-in-self-driving-cars. Sound has been used in numerous applications as a tool for object localization. Audio technology can enhance object detection and may improve self driving cars. Check more stories related to futurism at: https://hackernoon.com/c/futurism. You can also check exclusive content about #self-driving-cars, #machine-learning, #object-detection, #sound-processing, #robotics, #acoustics, #audio, and more. This story was written by: @neer201. Learn more about this writer by checking @neer201's about page, and for more stories, please visit hackernoon.com. This article explores the potential benefits and applications of incorporating microphones and audio technology in autonomous driving systems. The use of audio sensors can enhance object detection, situational awareness, passenger experience, and emergency vehicle recognition. While the industry has primarily focused on visual sensors, this article suggests that the incorporation of audio technology could greatly improve the overall performance and safety of autonomous driving systems.