In all walks of life, culture can have a major influence on user-behaviour. Automotive engineers have also realised this, developing different versions for global markets. Think of the recent proliferation of long-wheel-base cars for China and how OEMs have focused efforts on improving the rear seat passenger experience as an example. Such changes can make the difference between choosing one marque or another but what happens when different cultures interface with safety systems ADAS and the rising number of autonomous systems? Do protocols for such systems need to be standardised or should they be customised and how are they best validated? We put these questions and more to Kia Cammaerts, founder of Ansible Motion. Based in Norwich, UK, Ansible Motion provides driving simulator solutions for vehicle constructors and suppliers worldwide. 

Applied Ergonomics has published new research findings regarding the use of full motion driving simulators for autonomous car sickness studies.  This collaborative research project was conducted by VU University's Department of Behavioral and Movement Sciences, TNO's Department of Perceptual and Cognitive Systems, Coventry University's Centre for Mobility and Transport, and Ansible Motion.

Specifically, the following question is addressed:  Can motion base driving simulators, in principle, be used to induce motion sickness analogous to carsickness via cued motions inside specific frequency regions?

Joint 2nd place for VDI's Development Tool of the Year has been awarded to Ansible Motion for its ADAS Dynamics Testing Simulator that was developed to help car manufacturers better understand how drivers will cope with and respond to the rising number of ADAS and autonomous (AI) automotive technologies in a safe and repeatable laboratory environment.

One of the biggest concerns of self-driving cars is the likelihood of them causing kinetosis in occupants. ATTI speaks to developers about how they are working to alleviate the issue. 

Founded in 2015, WeAreTechWomen helps women working in technology via its work with over 40 multi-sector corporate organisations, helping them to attract, retain and develop female tech talent.  They also provide women with opportunities to up-skill through multiple events and conferences, as well as highlighting the achievements of future tech leaders through their TechWomen100 awards. WeAreTechWomen currently has a membership of 15,000 diverse female members women working across a multitude of industries and tech disciplines.

Recently, WeAreTechWomen interviewed Rachel Bridge, Ansible Motion's Communications Coordinator.  Rachel's role includes research and copy writing, coordinating and managing digital assets, filming and photography oversight, and liaising with press, media, and public relations.

Simulation has become a vital part of the engine development process but could it really replace physical powertrain prototyping? 

Calling this the most incredible driving simulator on the planet would be an understatement. The temptation is to draw comparisons with off-the-shelf racing games like Forza Motorsport and Gran Turismo.

Ansible Motion expands its Norfolk manufacturing and R&D facility

UK-based driving simulator manufacturer Ansible Motion has secured a grant towards its facilities expansion through the New Anglia Small Grant Scheme, which is part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund.  The expansion will see Ansible Motion double its offices at the Hethel Engineering Centre to support design and manufacturing of its proven driving simulator technologies.

Phil Morse from Ansible Motion will host a Working Group titled, “Driver-in-the-Loop (DIL) Simulator Technologies for Steering System Development and Evaluation” at the upcoming, inaugural Steering Systems USA 2019 conference on Wednesday, March 27 at 4:50 PM EST.  The conference will take place at the GM Heritage Center, Sterling Heights, Michigan, USA.  (See the full conference agenda for other presentations and workshops.)