Momenta曹旭东回顾自动驾驶落地之难：首个项目耗时24个月，现10人3个月即可完成

Core Insights - The CEO of Momenta, Cao Xudong, emphasized that safety, efficiency, and comfort are the most important aspects of autonomous driving and driver assistance, with the real challenge being the difficulty of implementation [1][4]. Group 1: Production Challenges - The first mass production project of the company took 24 months to complete, with 12 months being particularly challenging due to the novelty of the vehicle, the experience of the team, and the client's familiarity with the technology [3][6]. - The vehicle involved numerous components, with over a thousand related parts for autonomous and driver assistance systems, making it a complex integration process where almost every step could encounter issues [3][6]. - During the development phase, the CEO and the co-founder stayed near the client's location, often working long hours, including meetings that lasted from 11 PM to 5 AM, demonstrating the intense effort and commitment required to overcome challenges [3][6]. Group 2: Improvements in Production Efficiency - Currently, the cycle for mass-producing a vehicle has significantly shortened, with a team of 10 people able to complete the process in less than 3 months [3][6]. - The establishment of a comprehensive research and development system and tools has reduced reliance on human effort, allowing for the use of advanced technologies such as aircraft, missiles, and various artificial intelligence tools to assist in production and delivery [3][6].