Human-centric vehicle design using multisensorial VR simulation

In the development of autonomous

vehicles, combining design, lighting, haptics, and

auditory cues with extended reality will allow OEMs to

propose a multisensorial product. Moreover, it will be

a key factor in the safety of transition delegation until

automation level 4 is reached.

A human in the loop design process should be

considered in the earliest phase of design to

guarantee a safe and pleasant in-vehicle driving

experience. User studies need to be performed

regularly, from the earliest prototypes to the final

vehicle.

Context, driving scenarios and a true-to-life virtual

prototype are key to perform such user studies safely

and to cover millions of driving situations throughout

the design cycles.

Thanks to the combined innovative solution of using

physics-based virtual reality, driving simulation,

sensor simulation and sound generation, a complete

human centric design toolchain can be set up and

used throughout the design process, with a focus on

transition delegation. One single tool can be used to

playback both passive noises: engine, road,

aerodynamic, and active noises in 3D: HMI, ADAS,

AVAS, ESE, SAF.

Having a complete VR multisensorial toolchain allows

us to define and assess control strategies,

ergonomics, and perceived quality.