Fast human–robot modelling and related dependability issues

Limiting the State Space Explosion as Taking Dynamic Issues into Account in Network Modelling and Analysis

Dependability [1] is a very important aspect of a computing or communication system. Modelling and analysis is a prominent means for system dependability evaluation [2]. The existing dependability modelling and analysis work for large systems like communication networks focus on the static issues (such as connectivity), mainly due to the increasing complexity and thus the limitations of insuffi...

An Experimental Study on Blinking and Eye Movement Detection via EEG Signals for Human-Robot Interaction Purposes Based on a Spherical 2-DOF Parallel Robot

Blinking and eye movement are one of the most important abilities that most people have, even people with spinal cord problem. By using this ability these people could handle some of their activities such as moving their wheelchair without the help of others. One of the most important fields in Human-Robot Interaction is the development of artificial limbs working with brain signals. The purpos...

Safety Issues for Human–robot Cooperation in Manufacturing Systems

The most revolutionary and challenging feature of the next generation of robots will be physical Human– Robot Interaction (pHRI), where safety and dependability are the keys, also for paving the way to a successful introduction of robots into everyday human environments. In order to increase robot safety, all aspects of manipulator design, including mechanics, electronics, and software, should ...

Measurement-Based Modelling Issues - The Problem of Assuring Ultra-High Dependability

Dependability Issues in AI-Based Autonomous Systems for Space Applications

We present a literature study of dependability issues raised by the use of artificial intelligence (AI) techniques in critical systems. Hazards specific to such approaches are identified. Drawing on two case studies of AI-based critical systems, the paper concludes by a series of recommendations.