An initial generic assessment framework for the consideration of risk in the implementation of autonomous systems

K. Tara Smith*, Lynne Coventry, Robert GreenSmith

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Abstract

This paper considers some of the issues around autonomous systems and the different types of risk involved in their implementation. These risks are both barriers to the implementation of a successful autonomous system and risks that are consequences of the use of such systems. The different levels of automation, and different approaches to categorizing these levels, as presented in a variety of frameworks, are summarized and discussed. The paper presents an initial generic assessment structure, with the aim of providing a useful construct for the design and development of acceptable autonomous systems that are intended to replace elements of the human cognitive process, specifically in situations involving decision-making. It introduces the concept of the “logos chasm”: the gap between achievable autonomous systems and those which currently only exist in the realm of science fiction; and discusses possible reasons for its existence.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationHuman Work Interaction Design. Designing Engaging Automation - 5th IFIP WG 13.6 Working Conference, HWID 2018, Revised Selected Papers
EditorsTorkil Clemmensen, Virpi Roto, Pedro Campos, Arminda Lopes, Frederica Gonçalves, Barbara Rita Barricelli, José Abdelnour-Nocera
PublisherSpringer
Pages186-199
Number of pages14
ISBN (Electronic)9783030052973
ISBN (Print)9783030052966
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2019
Event5th IFIP WG 13.6 Working Conference on Human Work Interaction Design, HWID 2018 - Espoo, Finland
Duration: 20 Aug 201821 Aug 2018

Publication series

NameIFIP Advances in Information and Communication Technology
Volume544
ISSN (Print)1868-4238

Conference

Conference5th IFIP WG 13.6 Working Conference on Human Work Interaction Design, HWID 2018
Country/TerritoryFinland
CityEspoo
Period20/08/1821/08/18

Keywords

  • Automation frameworks
  • Automation risks
  • Autonomous systems

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