34.14.2. Fail-Safe Design Principles

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is a fail-safe design?

   Hint

   Think about how systems make safe decisions.

2. 2.

   Name one component of a fail-safe system.

   Hint

   What would let you take back control?

3. 3.

   What is the primary purpose of fail-safe design principles?

   • To enhance machine autonomy
   • To ensure human intervention when necessary
   • To replace human operators

   Hint

   Think about scenarios where machines need checks.

4. 4.

   True or False: Predictive shutdown mechanisms can help prevent accidents.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider what predictive features offer in preventing unwanted events.

5. 5.

   Design a fail-safe feature for an autonomous delivery drone. Describe the measures taken to enable human control in emergencies.

   Hint

   Consider possible situations that would require the human to intervene.

6. 6.

   Evaluate how human discretion in decision-making could impact an automated public transport system designed without fail-safe mechanisms.

   Hint

   Think about scenarios involving passengers who may feel unsafe.