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What is BSI Flex 1886 v2.0 about?
Remote operation plays an important role in the move towards commercial deployment of self-driving vehicles. Ensuring the safety of these remotely operated vehicle systems is crucial for their effective deployment and usage, as it directly impacts operational reliability and public trust.
Sponsored by the Centre for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles (CCAV), BSI Flex 1886 v2.0 covers the systems aspects for safe and effective remote operations, with a focus on public roads and spaces.
What does BSI Flex 1886 v2.0 cover?
The guidance provides an overview of the key systems necessary for safe remote operation of vehicles, signposts important parameters related to the classes of remote operation, and recommends information to be provided to remote operators.
There is a particular emphasis on systems related to the safety of remote operation of vehicles that are intended to be used on public roads or in other public spaces.
NOTE: BSI Flex 1886 covers only the system aspects of remote operation. For more details on human factors, including selecting, training, and assessing the competence of remote operators, please see BSI Flex 1887 v1.0 - Human Factors for Remote Operation of Vehicles – Guide.
Why should you use BSI Flex 1886 v2.0?
This Flex provides guidance on development and management of remote operation systems and helps you to:
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Explore the latest industry best practice.
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Gain practical insights into perception, communication, and vehicle control systems.
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Address safety and security challenges in remote monitoring, driving and assistance.
Who is BSI Flex 1886 v2.0 for?
BSI Flex 1886 v2.0 gives guidance for organizations and operators developing and managing remote operation systems for connected and automated vehicles (CAV) where a remote operator is not on board the vehicle. It is also useful for use to road authorities, local authorities, testbeds, vehicle agencies and insurers.
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