This panel will kick off the event with a discussion on the biggest challenges, trends, and opportunities in the autonomy sector. The focus will be on the need for mature and resilient systems, regulatory issues, and the importance of simulation and collaboration.

Key Takeaways:

• Understanding the current state and future directions of autonomous systems.
• Identifying key regulatory challenges and strategies to address them.
• Emphasising the importance of simulation and human-machine collaboration in developing resilient autonomous systems.

This presentation will discuss strategies and technologies for creating robust and reliable autonomous systems that can operate in diverse environments. It will highlight the importance of resilience in system design.

Key Takeaways:

• Key principles for designing resilient autonomous systems.
• Technologies and methodologies that enhance system robustness.
• Case studies demonstrating successful implementation of resilient systems.

This session will focus on the importance of collaboration between humans and machines to achieve effective and safe autonomy. It will cover the roles of humans in autonomous systems and how to optimise human-machine interactions.

Key Takeaways:

• The role of humans in autonomous system operations.
• Best practices for designing human-machine interfaces.
• Examples of successful human-machine collaboration in various applications.

This session will explore the regulatory landscape and its impact on the development and deployment of autonomous systems. It will cover current regulations, challenges, and potential solutions.

Key Takeaways:

• Insight into the current regulatory framework for autonomous systems.
• Understanding the challenges posed by existing regulations.
• Strategies for navigating and influencing regulatory changes.

This session will cover the importance of verification and validation in the development of autonomous systems. It will discuss methodologies and best practices for ensuring the safety and reliability of these systems.

Key Takeaways:

• Importance of verification and validation in autonomous systems development.
• Methodologies and best practices for ensuring system safety and reliability.
• Case studies demonstrating successful verification and validation processes.

This session will cover the role of digital twins and simulation in the development and validation of autonomous systems. It will discuss how these technologies can enhance system design and performance.

Key Takeaways:

• Understanding the concept and applications of digital twins.
• Benefits of using simulation for autonomous system development.
• Case studies demonstrating the effectiveness of digital twins and simulation.

This presentation will explore the concept of collaborative swarming, where multiple autonomous systems work together to achieve a common goal. It will cover the benefits, challenges, and real-world applications of this approach.

Key Takeaways:

• Introduction to collaborative swarming and its benefits.
• Challenges in implementing collaborative swarming in autonomous systems.
• Real-world applications and success stories of collaborative swarming.

This presentation will cover the latest advancements and innovations in autonomous vehicle technology. It will provide insights into cutting-edge research and development in the field.

Key Takeaways:

• Overview of the latest technological advancements in autonomous vehicles.
• Key research areas driving innovation in the industry.
• Future trends and potential breakthroughs in autonomous vehicle technology.

This session will highlight the role of diverse perspectives in driving innovation and addressing challenges in the autonomy sector. It will emphasise the importance of inclusivity and diverse viewpoints.

Key Takeaways:

• The impact of diverse perspectives on innovation in autonomy.
• Strategies for fostering inclusivity in the autonomy sector.
• Examples of how diverse viewpoints have led to successful outcomes.

This presentation will discuss strategies for involving younger participants and fostering the next generation of leaders in autonomous technology. It will cover educational initiatives and outreach programmes.

Key Takeaways:

• Importance of engaging the next generation in autonomous technology.
• Effective educational initiatives and outreach programmes.
• Success stories of young innovators in the autonomy sector.