Autonomous Driving

Maurer, Markus; Gerdes, J. Christian; Lenz, Barbara; Winner, Hermann · 2016 · OpenAlex-citations

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-662-48847-8

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This volume, titled *Autonomous Driving: Technical, Legal and Social Aspects*, serves as a comprehensive interdisciplinary analysis of fully automated vehicles. Edited by Markus Maurer, J. Christian Gerdes, Barbara Lenz, and Hermann Winner, the book addresses the critical gap between technological capability and societal integration. It was motivated by the rapid advancement of autonomous driving technologies and the urgent need to address the ethical, legal, social, and technical challenges that accompany this shift. The work stems from the “Autonomous Driving—Villa Ladenburg” project, funded by the Daimler and Benz Foundation, which aimed to provide an objective, independent scientific basis for public and political discourse on the subject. The methodology involved a two-year collaborative effort (2012–2014) by an international network of specialists from engineering, law, ethics, sociology, and transport planning. The core team identified over 200 pertinent questions, which formed the basis for specification sheets guiding the contributions. These were refined through three workshops in Stuttgart, Monterey, and Walting, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue. The resulting text is structured into six parts: Man and Machine, Mobility, Traffic, Safety and Security, Law and Liability, and Acceptance. It defines autonomous driving using a Kantian concept of “self-determination within a superordinate moral law” and aligns with the German Federal Highway Research Institute’s definition of “Full Automation,” where vehicles operate without human supervision and must autonomously manage safe states. Key findings highlight that ethical considerations, particularly regarding dilemma situations and liability, are paramount for public acceptance and regulatory approval. The text argues that technical reliability, specifically machine perception and the ability to predict failures, remains a significant hurdle. The authors explore how autonomous vehicles could reshape urban land use, traffic flow, and mobility concepts, such as Mobility-on-Demand systems, while noting potential negative effects like suburbanization. Legal analyses compare frameworks in the U.S. and Germany, emphasizing the need for updated product liability and regulatory structures. Societal acceptance is linked to perceived safety and the preservation of individual mobility autonomy. The significance of this work lies in its holistic approach, bridging the divide between engineering development and societal impact. It provides a foundational reference for policymakers, industry leaders, and researchers, arguing that innovative technology alone is insufficient for successful implementation. By addressing ethical programming, legal liability, and social acceptance simultaneously, the volume offers a roadmap for the responsible integration of autonomous vehicles into society, ensuring that technological progress aligns with broader social and moral standards.

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