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[Andy B]

Not for me thanks .......     
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-19979380

[Shackeng]

Sounds very dodgy, but as said, modern commercial A/C are 'fly-by-wire', albeit with robust backups, and I have to say that I was very reluctant to embrace that technology. But it has proved extremely reliable.

[omega3000]

Would be handy retro fitted into the elite's top notch steering        

[Kevin Wood]

Hmm. I can see strong advantages in using this technology in aircraft, not least the fact that it's a long way from the pilot to the control surfaces.

Seems a bit of a white elephant in a car, though. A lot of technology to replace a 3' long bar, IMHO.

Perhaps nanny state wants to be able to intervene when she knows best? Airbus know all about that.

[aaronjb]

Perhaps nanny state wants to be able to intervene when she knows best?

Nail, head, hit, on. I imagine it's just the precursor to some kind of collision avoidance system that takes over the steering in the event that the computer doesn't like your driving.. like EBD, DSC, TC, ABS, etc (in decreasing order of annoyingness)

[Shackeng]

Hmm. I can see strong advantages in using this technology in aircraft, not least the fact that it's a long way from the pilot to the control surfaces.

Seems a bit of a white elephant in a car, though. A lot of technology to replace a 3' long bar, IMHO.

Perhaps nanny state wants to be able to intervene when she knows best? Airbus know all about that.

Sadly true!

[Olympia5776]

Hmm. I can see strong advantages in using this technology in aircraft, not least the fact that it's a long way from the pilot to the control surfaces.

Seems a bit of a white elephant in a car, though. A lot of technology to replace a 3' long bar, IMHO.

Perhaps nanny state wants to be able to intervene when she knows best? Airbus know all about that.

I'd agree Kevin and add that the installation on an aircraft would be much more comprehensivly monitored than in a car , in a car , in a car ,in a car ........
Also if I read it correctly they will incorporate a fail safe back up clutch . Ummm  , to connect with what , a steering column ?

[Rods2]

Can't see what the problem is as you are entering a sharp left corner at high speed you get a reassuring message...

"Windows 8 has encounter a problem and needs to reboot, we apologize for any inconvenience". 

[plym ian]

not for me as we'll what happens if electrics fail!

[Broomies Mate]

The problem for me is nothing to do with the reliability.  Losing the feel of the road makes me reject this idea.  Feedback is extremely important, especially in adverse weather, or when pressing on somewhat.  Take that away and you'll see many cars in ditches with even slight rainfall!

[Kevin Wood]

The problem for me is nothing to do with the reliability.  Losing the feel of the road makes me reject this idea.  Feedback is extremely important, especially in adverse weather, or when pressing on somewhat.  Take that away and you'll see many cars in ditches with even slight rainfall!

Yep, although over-assisted steering has already done a good bit of damage in that area IMHO.