The second Dresden Automotive Symposium (DDAS) on highly automated mobility focused on the latest developments in technology, functionality, driving simulation and cyber-physical test methods for driver assistance systems and automated vehicles. The highlight of the conference was the rollout of the Dresden Driving Simulator.

Modern driver assistance systems and highly automated driving increase comfort, safety and environmental compatibility in road traffic. In order for vehicles to operate safely and smoothly in traffic, the interaction between humans and driver assistance systems must be investigated and criteria for the design, approval and standardization of automated driving must be established.

The Dresden Driving Simulator (DDS) has been developed at the Chair of Automotive Engineering together with AMST-Systemtechnik GmbH and with financial support from the BMDV since 2019 and is the world's largest self-driving driving simulator that reproduces vehicle behavior almost realistically.

The highly immersive driving simulator is the first driving simulator that can generate sustained acceleration, which is made possible by its innovative, tire-based motion platform. It closes a critical gap in simulation technology and is a technological milestone in the development and validation of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and Highly Automated Driving (HAD).

The innovation of the DDS lies in its tire-bound motion platform, which allows the DDS to deliver high-quality motion performance with unparalleled realism. Four pairs of steering and drive motors can accelerate the total system mass of ~5 t omnidirectionally with ~0.8 g. Powered by an onboard HV battery, the platform moves autonomously within an open space, communicating via WiFi with a central control station. The self-developed motion control system can therefore be used flexibly and requires a travel area of 70 × 70 m to achieve the full quality of movement.

Prof. Günther Prokop, Head of the Chair of Automotive Engineering, sees the Dresden Driving Simulator as an important milestone in the development of intelligent and safe vehicles: “The Dresden Driving Simulator is proof of the power of collaboration and innovation. By working closely with AMST, we have succeeded in creating a solution that not only meets today's requirements, but also anticipates the future challenges of automotive development. The Dresden Driving Simulator will help engineers and researchers gain unprecedented insights into human-machine interaction, automated driving technologies and vehicle safety.”

About AMST

For over four decades, AMST has been at the forefront of simulation technology, delivering innovative solutions primarily in aerospace medicine and aircrew training. Now, with the Dresden Driving Simulator (DDS), AMST has expanded its expertise into the automotive sector. Known for its technological leadership, AMST also offers advanced flight simulators, spatial disorientation trainers, and complex training environments. Many of the company’s solutions are unique, designed to provide unparalleled immersion and realism. In addition to groundbreaking technology, AMST delivers a comprehensive service package that includes reliable technical support throughout the product lifecycle and expert assistance with the design and construction of turnkey training centers.

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