For over 20 years, Steffen Kuhn has been consulting automotive companies. He works for Elektrobit as the Head of Consulting. Steffen Kuhn has initiated a working group in the OADF (Open Autodrive Forum) regarding map safety and published a whitepaper regarding this topic together with Baidu. Currently he supports the definition of HD map requirements for the upcoming technical specification ISO TS 5083 (safety for driving automation functions).

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ISO/AWI TS 5083: Recommendations for highly reliable maps for automated driving

Highly reliable HD maps will play an important role in automated driving, e. g., for sensor range extension, improvement of sensor performance or supervising the operational design domain (ODD) limits. ISO/AWI TS 5083 will specify recommendations for automated driving system, including recommendations for improving the reliability of HD maps. This presentation will give a preview of the chapter for HD maps in the ISO/AWI TS 5083 and explain the backgrounds.

Rollo is Head of Product for Ordnance Survey, Great Britain's National Mapping Authority. He is responsible for the delivery of all existing OS data products as well as addressing the evolving requirements driven by trends such as Smart Cities, autonomous vehicles, IoT and AI. He is a Chartered Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and is Deputy Head of the Government Geography Profession.

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The role of authoritative geospatial data (NMA) in unlocking the potential of the technology disruption within the transport sector

The case for HD data is well made in the development of autonomous vehicles, but there is a rapidly emerging role for authoritative geodata to support the deployment of those vehicles on a nation's roads. In the UK, it is the responsibility of the Secretary of State for Transport to satisfy themselves that all necessary precautions were made to ascertain the safe operation of these vehicles - taking the manufacturers 'word for it' is not sufficient. Currently the process of independent vehicle checks (the 'MoT Test') validates a vehicles roadworthiness which then allows that vehicle to drive on all roads. For an AV an additional check will be necessary to ascertain that the AV is safe to operate autonomously in certain contexts and that the vehicle is behaving appropriately at all times. These are non-standard tests which are likely to be required on a near real-time basis in order to ensure that AV's are operating safely within their design limits. These checks will need to be built against common standards, that are equitably available to all relevant stakeholders meaning commercial, proprietary data is unlikely to be sufficient. This data is likely to be very different from HD; it is not designed to support maneuverability functions but rather the common operating picture. As such this is a data set that is likely to also unlock a wide range of associated 'connected fleet' functionalities. OS has been working on a number of research projects with a wide range of public and private sector organisations to understand the specification of this data.

Antonio Mendes is a thought leader in the digital construction industry, driving innovation and pushing boundaries with his expertise in reality capture technology. As the Mobile Mapping Systems (MMS) Solutions Manager at Leica Geosystems, Antonio has spent more than two decades perfecting his skills in geospatial engineering.

Antonio's wealth of experience as a Geomatic Engineer gives him a deep understanding of the industry, enabling him to specialise in mobile mapping systems since its inception in 2011. His work has played a significant role in the evolution of the mobile mapping industry.

Antonio is passionate about guiding new and established professionals towards the next revolution in mobile mapping. His vision and leadership have helped countless individuals reach new heights in their careers, and his impact on the industry is immeasurable. As a thought leader, Antonio Mendes is an inspiration to all those striving to push the boundaries of what is possible in the digital construction world.

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The Future of Mobile Mapping

Mobile mapping has gained importance during the last decade, and technological advancements have made it easier for vehicle-independent users to capture environments. Leica Geosystems continuously reimagines mobile mapping by introducing multiple solutions for dedicated applications. This session presents Leica Geosystems' vision on how the future of mobile mapping addresses market needs, combining high accuracy legacy with autonomy, intelligence and simplicity.