Steering and brake feel in Fatigue Detection and Monitoring for Safety (FDM4SAFETY) The FDM4SAFETY project aims to develop a solution based on objective markers for the reliable detection of fatigue, stress, and distraction. The multi-sensor framework and its application to ADAS validation and workplace safety form …
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KPI-Based Evaluation of L2/L3 ADAS: Transient Phases with Human Reference
KPI-Based Evaluation of L2/L3 ADAS: Transient Phases with Human Reference Authors Leandro Ronchi, Luca Veneroso, Alessio Anticaglia, Claudio Annicchiarico and Renzo Capitani. Abstract Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) are rapidly evolving to improve driving safety and comfort, in line with … Read More
Steering and brake feel in Fatigue Detection and Monitoring for Safety (FDM4SAFETY)
Steering and brake feel in Fatigue Detection and Monitoring for Safety (FDM4SAFETY) The FDM4SAFETY project aims to develop a solution based on objective markers for the reliable detection of fatigue, stress, and distraction. The multi-sensor framework and its application to ADAS validation and workplace safety form … Read More
Modeling of a Development-Oriented Steering Actuator
Modeling of a Development-Oriented Steering Actuator Authors Luca Veneroso, Alessio Anticaglia, Leandro Ronchi, Claudio Annicchiarico and Renzo Capitani. Abstract Active vehicle systems integrate electromechanical actuators and advanced control strategies to improve driving comfort and safety. Their development requires coordinated mechanical, … Read More
Vehicle dynamics assessment of tire setup variations in DiL for MegaRide R&D activities
Vehicle dynamics assessment of tire setup variations in DiL for MegaRide R&D activities In tire modelling and validation, parameter changes are defined and quantifiable. Their engineering relevance, however, emerges especially when they translate into steering torque and braking feedback perceived … Read More
Meccanica 42’s technologies featured in VI-grade’s new Shanghai SimCenter
Meccanica 42’s technologies featured in VI-grade’s new Shanghai SimCenter Meccanica 42 is pleased to announce its contribution to the newly inaugurated VI-grade SimCenter in Shanghai’s Jiading District, one of China’s most important automotive engineering hubs. Now fully operational, the center … Read More
Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League: 2025 season recap
Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League: 2025 season recap The second edition of the Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League (A2RL) concluded on November 15 with a spectacular Grand Final, hosted during the inaugural Abu Dhabi Autonomous Week (ADAW). Eleven international teams … Read More
Hardware-in-the-Loop Driving Simulators: Simplifying Real Component Integration in Simulated Environments
Hardware-in-the-Loop Driving Simulators: Simplifying Real Component Integration in Simulated Environments Authors Alessio Anticaglia, Renzo Capitani and Claudio Annicchiarico. Abstract Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) driving simulators are valuable tools in assuring efficiency throughout the entire vehicle development and life cycle. Nonetheless, these techniques … Read More
Using HiL to detect mental fatigue: a step forward in FDM4SAFETY project
Using HiL to detect mental fatigue: a step forward in FDM4SAFETY project Following the introduction to the Fatigue Detection and Monitoring for Safety (FDM4SAFETY) initiative, this article provides an update on the latest testing session and technical progress within the … Read More
Seaside 2025: where technology meets collaboration
Seaside 2025: where technology meets collaboration Each year, the Sele Circuit hosts Seaside organized by Megaride: an open-air research and development environment where companies, universities, and technology providers converge to test, collect data, and advance their work. Amidst a diverse ecosystem … Read More
A2RL: How to effectively handle the autonomous race-car testing process
A2RL: How to effectively handle the autonomous race-car testing process From May 20 to 22, 2025, Stuttgart hosted Automotive Testing Expo, the world’s leading event for testing, development, and validation technologies in the automotive sector. The exhibition brings together industry … Read More
Driver-centric development leveraging remotized Hardware-in-the-Loop and dynamic driving simulators
Driver-centric development leveraging remotized Hardware-in-the-Loop and dynamic driving simulators HiL systems took center stage at the VI-grade Zero Prototypes Summit 2025 (13–15 May), where Claudio Annicchiarico from Meccanica 42 and Andrea Spicuglia from Stellantis, presented a talk titled “Driver-Centric Development … Read More
How real-time test benches are accelerating vehicle function development | Highlights from ATE and ZPS
How real-time test benches are accelerating vehicle function development | Highlights from ATE and ZPS Meccanica 42 recently took part in two major industry events: the Automotive Testing Expo (ATE) in Stuttgart and the Zero Prototypes Summit (ZPS) in Udine … Read More
The Meccanica 42 rebranding journey
The Meccanica 42 rebranding journey Decoding the company to define the brand Meccanica 42’s rebranding was never just a matter of aesthetics; it was a process of introspection and development. The journey began with a process of observation, mutual comparison … Read More
Development, Testing, and Validation of ADAS L2/L3 Systems: A KPI-Based Methodology
Development, Testing, and Validation of ADAS L2/L3 Systems: A KPI-Based Methodology Authors Leandro Ronchi, Claudio Annicchiarico and Renzo Capitani. Abstract In recent years, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) have become increasingly popular, with the aim of significantly reducing road accidents … Read More
Enabling the capabilities of Hardware in the Loop for steering feel characterization on a dynamic simulator
Enabling the capabilities of Hardware in the Loop for steering feel characterization on a dynamic simulator Authors Alessio Anticaglia, Luca Veneroso, Federico Alfatti, Daniele Vitaliti, Claudio Annicchiarico & Renzo Capitani. Abstract Hardware in the Loop (HiL) simulation techniques are becoming … Read More
Fatigue detection and monitoring for safety in workplaces and ADAS testing
Development of dedicated solutions and algorithms for fatigue detection at work and in the field of automotive ADAS system testing Fatigue detection takes center stage in Meccanica 42’s latest project, an innovative initiative aimed at improving workplace safety and enhancing … Read More
Autonomous racing comes to Suzuka
Autonomous racing comes to Suzuka Autonomous racing made its debut at one of motorsport’s most iconic events this November: the JAF Grand Prix SuperFormula 2024, hosted at the legendary Suzuka Circuit. We had the incredible opportunity to collaborate again with … Read More
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems: the future of automotive safety and autonomous driving
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems: the future of automotive safety and autonomous driving In today’s rapidly evolving automotive landscape, the integration of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and security systems is paramount. As we move towards a future dominated by autonomous … Read More