AUTOMOTIVE DESIGN
Simulation allows engineers to see how motion control capabilities will behave
Dr Christophe Bianchi explains why simulation is crucial to ensuring safety and sustainability
T
he automotive industry has undergone periods of immense change, but the 21st century has brought extensive developments in
safety and – more recently – sustainability. As one of the sector’s most exciting innovations, autonomous vehicles (AVs) are experiencing a growth in consumer demand – in the UK, the AV industry is predicted to be worth £42 billion. AVs are favoured for their sustainability, as they can only be developed as either hybrid or electric vehicles. Additionally, because they better comply with stringent environmental laws, they are favoured in discussions surrounding the global mission to reduce
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the impact of climate change. Terefore, considering the British Government’s aim to phase out the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2030 – and for all new cars be zero emission by 2035 – an increase in consumer demand is unsurprising. However, there is also an air of
controversy surrounding AVs. In recent years, issues with motion control have been reported, leading to criticisms surrounding safety. Tis scrutiny is understandable, and it’s clear that although the industry has greatly progressed with the development of AVs, there is still a way to go. With more money and resources being invested into what are now, seemingly, the cars of the
future, simulation will play a crucial role in ensuring these vehicles are safe and ready for the road.
COMPLEXITIES AROUND CREATING AVS Motion planning and controlling an AV is a challenging feat. Autonomous driving systems are algorithmically designed, and rely upon sensors and embedded software for localisation, perception, motion planning, and execution. Simply put, the sensors and software allow AVs to make safe journeys. To break it down further, motion
Simulation can help to ensure AV components such as batteries meet safety standards
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