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Risks of Automation: A Cautionary Total-System Perspective of Our Cyberfuture.

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Title: Risks of Automation: A Cautionary Total-System Perspective of Our Cyberfuture.
Authors: Neumann, Peter G.1 neumann@csl.sri.com
Source: Communications of the ACM. Oct2016, Vol. 59 Issue 10, p26-30. 5p. 1 Color Photograph.
Subjects: Automation, Driverless cars, Internet of things, Risk assessment, Computer systems
Abstract: The author presents his thoughts on the risks associated with automation and total-system trustworthiness despite any potential economic benefits. He discusses automation as it is applied to areas such as aviation, self-driving vehicles, and the Internet of Things (IoT). In response, he suggests improving system research and development as well as education related to risk assessment and management.
Database: Engineering Source
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Abstract:The author presents his thoughts on the risks associated with automation and total-system trustworthiness despite any potential economic benefits. He discusses automation as it is applied to areas such as aviation, self-driving vehicles, and the Internet of Things (IoT). In response, he suggests improving system research and development as well as education related to risk assessment and management.
ISSN:00010782
DOI:10.1145/2988445