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Autonomy and AutomationA significant level of debate and confusion has surrounded the meaning of the terms autonomy and automation. Automation is a multi-dimensional concept, and we propose that Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) automation should be described with reference to the specific system and task that has been automated, the context in which the automation functions, and other relevant dimensions. In this paper, we present definitions of automation, pilot in the loop, pilot on the loop and pilot out of the loop. We further propose that in future, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) RPAS Panel avoids the use of the terms autonomy and autonomous when referring to automated systems on board RPA. Work Group 7 proposes to develop, in consultation with other workgroups, a taxonomy of Levels of Automation for RPAS.
Document ID
20170002271
Acquisition Source
Ames Research Center
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Shively, Jay
(NASA Ames Research Center Moffett Field, CA, United States)
Date Acquired
March 15, 2017
Publication Date
March 13, 2017
Subject Category
Aeronautics (General)
Report/Patent Number
ARC-E-DAA-TN39628
Meeting Information
Meeting: Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems Panel (RPASP) Meeting
Location: Montreal
Country: Canada
Start Date: March 13, 2017
End Date: March 17, 2017
Sponsors: International Civil Aviation Organization
Funding Number(s)
WBS: WBS 357672.04.02.01.01
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
Keywords
rometly piloted aircraft
automation
autonomy
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