The SHERPA technology platform is a "full-scale" driving simulator. It is used mainly for research projects such as:
1/ Prototyping of driver assistance systems
• Hardware-in-the-loop
• Software developments under Matlab Simulink, RTMaps, C++
2/ Driving behaviour and the human factor
• Analysis of driving activity in dangerous situations: pre-crash, hypovigilance, distraction, work overload, etc.
• Man-machine cooperation
It consists of:
• Peugeot 206 vehicle fully instrumented (replacement by 208 in progress)
• Bosch Rexroth 6-axis dynamic platform
• 240° front view and three rear mirrors
• SCANeR Studio Software Environment
• Specific interfacing with Matlab/Simulink and RTMaps software for ADAS prototyping
• Specific equipment: glass cockpit, instrumented steering wheel, active pedal, driver monitoring, eye tracking
This equipment is part of the RITMEA CPER AV-Lab regional platform.
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Jean-Christophe POPIEUL
Scientific manager -
Jérôme FLORIS
Technical manager
Le Mont Houy
59313
Valenciennes Cedex
https://www.uphf.fr/lamih/plateformes/plateformes/sherpa
Chiffres clés
- More than 20 research projects since 1997~ 2 Experimental campaigns/year
Effectif
Effectif total : 4
Skills
- Study and modelling of driver and user behaviour;
- Design, prototyping and evaluation of advanced driver assistance systems;
A specific methodology and tools supporting the methodology
Know-how related to automated driving:
- Trajectory planning, control (longitudinal and lateral)
- Multi-level cooperation with the driver
- Haptic shared control
- “Interactive” planning
- HMI
Learning for Adaptation:
- Learning techniques
- Evolution of automation according to learning (preferences and adaptation)
System Validation:
- Stability – accuracy (mathematical evidence)
- Functional validation (numerical simulation, interactive simulation, real vehicle testing)
- Experimental validation with novice subjects (interactive simulator campaigns, real vehicle campaigns)
Example(s) of projects
Collaborations/Partners/Scientific clients
International : Université NTU Singapour
Collaborations/Partners/Private Clients
Consulting services
Equipments
| Nom | Modèle | Marque |
|---|---|---|
| Instrumented vehicle | 206/ | Peugeot |
| 6-axis mobile platform | e-motion2700/ | Bosch Rexroth |
| 240° Video Projection System | EB-L1100U (x 5)/ | EPSON |
| Simulation software suite | SCANeR Studio/ | AVSimulation |
| Eye Tracking | SEP/ | SmartEye |
Affiliated institutions / organisations
Unit(s) of attachment
Groups/Networks/Federations
Competitive cluster
Regional strategic areas of activity
- Transport and Mobility
- Intelligent and autonomous vehicles
- Intelligent transportation systems