Research
Safe Autonomy Research
Our Research Overview
We are the leading research expert on safety assurance for automated transport systems across land, marine and air.
Our research focuses on developing evidence-based knowledge and methodologies for the ecosystem to increase the safety level of automated transport technologies, including self-driving vehicles. By working closely with industrial partners, policymakers and regulators, we transform our research excellence into real-world safety solutions through the following research areas.
Safe Autonomy
Test scenario
Scenarios are essentially virtual “what if” situations that an Autonomous Driving System (ADS) might face on the road. They encompass all aspects - the environment, conditions, and the behaviour of all road actors. Our goal is to assess the functional correctness and safety of ADS through comprehensive scenario-based testing.
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Safe Autonomy
Safe AI
Focuses on ensuring the development of trustworthy AI systems through key research areas: AI model robustness verification and improvement; explainable AI (XAI), aimed at improving the transparency of AI decisions; AI reliability assessment, evaluating consistent performance; and safety analysis and assurance for learning-enabled systems, providing systematic and structured safety justifications.
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Safe autonomy
Test environment
To perform the execution of the scenarios, we need an execution environment, which can range all the way from pure virtual to real-world public roads.
Through our research and development outcomes, we have also led the development of several simulation-related international standardisation initiatives. Our goal is to become the go-to place (both nationally and internationally) for simulation-based testing of CAVs.
Safe autonomy
Safety management
Utilising our research capability on safety analysis methods, including System-Theoretic Accident Model and Processes (STAMP), System Theoretic Process Analysis (STPA) and Causal Analysis based on Systems Theory (CAST) to safeguard our transportation systems in land, aviation and marine domains.
Our projects
We work with over 100 international partners in Europe, Asia and other parts of the world to create real-world solutions for improving the safety of automated transport systems and AI.
Explore our existing and finished research projects now.
Our Sectors
From electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft to maritime autonomy, our group creates and develops evidence-based methodologies to ensure the safety of automated transport systems in aviation, maritime, and automotive.
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Why work with us
As a fast-growing research group, we are driven by bringing positive impacts to real-world safety challenges and improving future mobility.
Underpinned by scientific evidence, our research helps you put the users at the heart of your technology developments and deploy innovations in the real world at the highest safety standards.