Flexible Target Carrier

Important results from the project

The project Flexible Target Carrier aimed to research and develop resource efficient test equipment for evaluation of pedestrian detection in automotive active safety systems. Commercially available equipment for these kinds of tests is at a technical level and price point above what is requested by smaller companies and research projects. By development of mechanical solutions, electronic hardware, and software integration the project managed to compose a prototype test equipment where the cost for ingoing parts was just a fraction to that of commercial equipment.

Expected long term effects

The project managed to fulfill its main goal in the aspect that a functional prototype was developed and initially evaluated through practical test cases. This proved that its possible to combine readily available hardware and low complexity manufacturing methods to construct specialized test equipment. Given the scope and resources available, the outcome of the project has been positive.

Approach and implementation

The requirement specification that was set up early in the project was an important driver throughout the project. Even though it was based self defined measurements and best judgement, it proved an enabler to making quick design decisions and a clear scope for the development. In final review, the method and setup with many dedicated work packages was judged to have been successful although the time plan could have left more time for evaluation and practical testing.