Artificial general intelligence could be the next technology to transform how we live, but how can we understand more about the risk and benefits it could bring before it’s introduced?
Cyclists can be hard to spot at night but a new reflector could keep them safe by grabbing drivers’ attention more effectively and making sure they can be spotted by self-driving vehicles
Ricardo is relied upon by clients worldwide to deliver engineering, scientific and consulting capabilities supported by niche manufacturing. We offer our Human Factors services across all industries with a specialism in Rail and Mass Transit.
Could a radical rethink about how we view cars and the role of personal vehicles be what’s needed if we want to find sustainable transport solutions that work for all road users?
Arup is a multidisciplinary engineering and management consultancy. We work across a range of sectors from rail and highways through to the energy sector. Our Human Factors team place all users at the heart of the design for both digital and built environment design solutions.
Could a system of shared self-driving bikes that can move themselves to where they’re most needed help people get around city centres in a more efficient and sustainable way?
If we want to shake off the “default male” perspective that’s often influenced the design of our roads and railways and attract more women workers to the transport industry, then human factors could have the key to positive change
