Autoware.Flex introduces a novel approach that enables humans to dynamically guide and reconfigure autonomous driving systems during operation.

• Allows users to issue instructions during driving to help navigate complex scenarios
• Supports preference-based driving styles that adapt to user needs
• Successfully implemented in both simulators and real vehicles with validated performance
• Addresses critical safety concerns by allowing human intervention when autonomous systems may misinterpret environments

This engineering innovation bridges the gap between fully autonomous and human-controlled vehicles, creating a hybrid approach that enhances safety while respecting user preferences in challenging driving conditions.

Autoware.Flex: Human-Instructed Dynamically Reconfigurable Autonomous Driving Systems