Event

We are delighted to invite all our SAFER partners for our upcoming SAFER Project Result Day on May 24!

Registration: Sign up here prior to May 22.

AGENDA

08:30-09:00 Coffee and networking

09:00-09:10 Welcome and introduction to the day by Magnus Granström, SAFER

09:10-09:25 Keynote by Helena Gellerman, the Swedish Parliament Committee on Transport: Research for safer transport: A parliamentary perspective

09:25-09:55   Industry challenges: Implementing large-scale data solutions

• Talk #1:  ICV-Safe (ICV-SAFE - Testing safety of intelligent connected vehicles (ICV) in open and mixed road environment), Lei Chen, RISE
• Talk #2; Cloudia, Fredrik Von Corswant, Pionate

09:55-10:05   Enhancing cycling safety with drone-lit paths in Skara Guardian Angel, Kajsa Nalin, University of Skövde

10:05-10:20  Self-driving bicycle for active safety test, Gianmarco Pane, Chalmers University

10:25-10:45 Networking break

10:45-11:10 MEDIATOR - Mediating between Driver and Intelligent Automated Transport system on our roads, Christer Ahlström, VTI

11:10-11:35  Defining traffic safety footprints in organisational value chains

• Talk #1: SAFER Think Tank Traffic Safety Footprint, Jan Ivarsson, Dynami Research 
• Talk #2 SAFER’s working group To identify and improve your companies work within traffic safety, Sanna Eveby, Guidance To Zero

11:35-12:00   Navigating in Europe – moving towards the next framework program, Ingrid Skogsmo, VTI and Magnus Granström, SAFER

12:00-12:10    Summary of the day

12:10-13:00 Networking lunch

About the projects and topics that will be discussed:

ICV-Safe: The ICV-SAFE project fostered a bilateral collaboration between Sweden and China to explore the safety implications of intelligent connected vehicles (ICVs) in mixed traffic settings. Leveraging advanced test sites in Shanghai and partnering with a Chinese consortium, the project aimed to identify high-risk scenarios and develop effective risk assessment and mitigation strategies for ICVs. By analyzing vast amounts of ICV test data, conducting simulations, and undertaking open road testing, the project yielded valuable insights into risky scenarios, communication and infrastructure requirements, safety impacts, and data collection and analytics needs for ICV evaluation. This collaborative effort not only accelerated the deployment of ICVs but also enhanced understanding of the necessary infrastructure support, contributing significantly to global efforts in advancing vehicle safety standards and deployment protocols.

CLOUDIA: Enhanced Methods for Efficient Event Search in Large-Scale Data for ADAS Analysis and Development: The capability to swiftly pinpoint specific events within extensive datasets held significant value for various stakeholders, including vehicle manufacturers, system suppliers, insurance companies, and urban planners. The project focused on refining and demonstrating methodologies for precisely defining targeted events and optimizing their searchability within vast repositories of high-resolution data sourced from numerous connected vehicles.

Skara Guardian Angel: In our quest for safer, more secure, and comfortable active mobility, we are tackling a common challenge: inadequate lighting on cycling routes. The project in Skara Guardian Angel aimed to pioneer drone-based solutions to illuminate paths and provide companion support, fostering safer and more enjoyable cycling experiences, and promoting sustainable travel habits.

Self-driving bicycle for active safety test: This project aimed to develop self-driving bicycles to facilitate testing and validation of vehicle safety systems, encompassing both active and passive safety measures for cyclists. Through the creation of prototypes, including portable equipment for any bike and crash-worthy models for system testing, the project sought to enable repetitive, human-like validation tests, advancing the development of safety systems for cyclists. Leveraging input from participating companies and student-led development efforts, the project expanded upon previous work, with theoretical insights and practical evaluations driving progress toward safer biking environments.

MEDIATOR: The development of automation technology posed significant risks such as misuse and overreliance. To address these concerns, a European consortium, including SAFER partners, collaborated on MEDIATOR, an intelligent system designed to safely transition control between drivers and automated systems based on fitness to drive. Over four years, MEDIATOR integrated cutting-edge artificial intelligence techniques to assess driver state, automation status, and driving context, aiming to create a prototype validated through simulator and on-road studies across various scenarios and transport modes. This paradigm shift aimed to integrate the strengths of both drivers and automation, fostering safer and more efficient driving experiences.

SAFER Think Tank Traffic safety: In response to the 3rd UN Conference on Road Safety in 2020 and the Stockholm Declaration, our SAFER Think Tank has looked into the intersection of sustainability and road safety. Our focus been on defining and measuring organisations' traffic safety footprints throughout their entire value chains, with the ultimate goal of enhancing global road safety and achieving the 2030 targets. Through interdisciplinary workshops and collaboration with experts, we worked to identify research questions and address challenges to effectively track and improve traffic safety footprints across various sectors and activities.

SAFER's Working group o identify and improve your companies work within traffic safety: Sanna will provide a brief update on the ongoing work within SAFER's working group, which aims to delve deeper into the matter of supporting organsations interested in implementing a systematic approach to identify and enhance their traffic safety performance.

Navigating in Europe – moving towards the next framework program: We will present our approach to European-level issues, with a focus on the project HEUDRIS. You will have the opportunity to provide feedback on input for strategic work within ERTRAC, one of our key platforms.

Welcome!