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Interview with Dr. Andrew HarrisonGerman Aerospace Center – Institute of Vehicle Concepts As highly automated and autonomous vehicles move closer to becoming an everyday reality, the demands on vehicle safety are undergoing a fundamental transformation. One critical area is passive safety, in other words, the technologies and systems designed to protect passengers during accidents. But what […]

Held from 13–15 May 2025 at the Joint Research Centre (JRC) of the European Commission in Ispra, Italy, the EUCAD 2025 – 5th European Conference on Connected and Automated Driving brought together researchers, policymakers, industry stakeholders, and public authorities in the field of Connected, Cooperative and Automated Mobility (CCAM). Organized in collaboration with the European […]

Automated vehicles rely heavily on precise positioning systems to safely navigate roads, avoid obstacles, and reach their destinations effectively. This precision becomes critically important when transporting individuals with mobility challenges, whose disabilities often restrict their ability to compensate for unexpected movements or reposition themselves comfortably. Any inaccuracies in positioning could result in abrupt vehicle maneuvers, […]

On March 18, 2025, AWARE2ALL had the privilege of participating in a dynamic and insightful workshop organized by the SINFONICA project at IRT SystemX in Paris, France. This gathering provided a valuable opportunity to exchange knowledge, explore synergies between EU-funded projects, and showcase the latest advancements in Connected, Cooperative, and Automated Mobility (CCAM). A Platform […]

In our news article of October 2023 we explained the why behind the research into driver Situation Awareness (SA): to make automated driving safer by tracking the driver’s SA and either urge the driver to regain SA, or take system safety measures. The latter can range from taking a different approach to Transition of Control to […]

Crash protection will be one of the 4 main focus points of the future EuroNCAP assessment plan due to raising requirements for the occupants’ safety as well as more sophisticated passive safety systems. To assess the performance of passive safety systems the vehicle size, the structural design and the restraint systems are crucial. Assuming a […]

One of the critical challenges in autonomous driving and AI-based systems is the lack of diverse and representative datasets. Existing datasets often fail to reflect the broad range of pedestrians found in real-world scenarios—especially underrepresented groups such as people with disabilities or individuals from various ethnic minorities. This gap in representation can lead to the […]

The primary goal of AWARE2ALL is to tackle the new safety issues that arise with the introduction of highly autonomous vehicles in mixed traffic environments. This will be achieved by developing inclusive and innovative safety systems (both passive and active) and Human-Machine Interaction (HMI) systems, both external and internal. These systems will consider the diverse […]

The landscape of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) is rapidly evolving, driven by innovations in artificial intelligence, sensor technology, and connectivity. These advancements aim to enhance road safety and improve the driving experience by predicting and responding to dynamic driving environments. However, one of the persistent challenges in ADAS is accurately predicting situational awareness — […]

Adaptive Multimodal interaction allows autonomous cars to effectively communicate with drivers, ensuring safety, minimizing distractions. Adaptability is a key capability to ensure the driver’s performance, to enhance driver’s experience and to improve trust in the autonomous system. It is achieved by integrating various interaction modalities. However, interfaces and interaction may vary depending on driving context […]