Workshop on virtual reality (vr) in automated vehicles: Developing and evaluating metrics to assess vr in the car

Abstract

As automated systems continue to be integrated in everyday vehicles, drivers have an opportunity to engage in non-driving related tasks (NDRTs) while the automation is responsible for the driving task. However, current research on NDRTs is limited and has not explored the use of virtual reality (VR) in an automated vehicle. To understand how this technology may be implemented in this environment, it is critical to investigate related constructs like situation awareness, perceived risk, or presence. However, current measures for these constructs are not suitable for use in VR. This workshop aims to address this gap bringing together researchers to begin the development of new measures for these constructs. Creating new measures is the first step toward effectively and accurately assessing the use of VR in the automated vehicle context.