Accelerating autonomous vehicle safety through Real-Time Immersive virtual reality gaming simulations

  • Ajmeera Kiran
  • , Satish S. Salunkhe
  • , B. Srinivas
  • , M. Vanitha
  • , Mohammed Altaf Ahmed
  • , Janjhyam Venkata Naga Ramesh

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Abstract

Although autonomous vehicles (AVs) have great potential for improving traffic safety, several questions about their practicality persist. Although it is crucial, doing tests on the road may be risky and costly. An easier, quicker, and less expensive option is to use virtual reality (VR) driving simulators. In this research, we investigate how virtual reality (VR) game simulations may speed up the process of validating the safety of AVs. We suggest building complex dynamic environments using consumer VR game engines to put AVs through their paces. Thanks to the physics modelling and real-time rendering features, you can test your car in realistic conditions. We review the advantages of conventional testing methods, including quickly iterating environments, assessing potentially dangerous edge situations, scaling effectively, and saving money. Additionally, our method enables programmers to collect information and opinions from big groups of real drivers via online games. We draw attention to unanswered questions concerning data-driven simulation adaptation, variability modelling, and fidelity. Achieving thorough, quick, and ethical safety validation has never been more feasible than using game-inspired VR simulations, significantly because the development of AVs is exceeding physical testing. This technique can potentially speed up the safe deployment of autonomous functions by making high-quality simulation more accessible to a broader audience.

Original languageEnglish
Article number100674
JournalEntertainment Computing
Volume50
DOIs
StatePublished - May 2024
Externally publishedYes

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
  2. SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities
    SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities

Keywords

  • Autonomous Vehicles
  • Driving Simulation
  • Gaming Engines
  • Immersive Environments
  • Real-Time Rendering
  • Vehicle Safety
  • Virtual Reality

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