M. Sc. Christian Steinhauser
- ESS/ Scientist
- Group: Prof. Sax
- Phone: +49 721 9654-196
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- www.fzi.de/team/christian-steinhauser/
Forschungszentrum Informatik (FZI)
Haid- und Neu-Str. 10 - 14
76131 Karlsruhe
Validation of Simulations for Automated Driving Functions
Simulations make it possible to test a wide variety of traffic situations in a reproducible manner and play a central role in the development and validation of automated driving functions. However, for simulation results to be used in development or certification, it must be clear how well the virtual environment represents reality. We at FZI/ITIV are therefore conducting research on methods for qualifying simulations for automated driving systems. The target is to systematically evaluate the validity of virtual tests and enable their use for the validation of automated driving functions.
Simulation-Based Validation of Automated Driving Functions
Automated driving functions must operate reliably even in rare and safety-critical situations. Real-world test drives can only cover this diversity to a limited extent, as many relevant situations can be recreated only with significant effort or risk. Simulations, on the other hand, allow traffic scenarios to be specifically generated, varied, and examined under reproducible conditions. At FZI/ITIV, simulation-based methods for testing and validating automated driving functions are being developed.
Hardware-in-the-Loop Testing and Test Strategies
To validate automated driving functions, control units and software components must be tested under realistic conditions. Hardware-in-the-Loop test benches make it possible to connect real hardware to a vehicle and environmental simulation and to conduct tests under real-time conditions. Since test capacities are limited and extensive test scenarios can lead to long test times, selecting the right tests is crucial. We at FZI/ITIV are therefore conducting research on test strategies for hardware-in-the-loop test benches that enable efficient use of available test bench capacity and broad test coverage.