Fast Automated Simulation for Autonomous Racing
Analysis
This paper presents a practical and efficient simulation pipeline for validating an autonomous racing stack. The focus on speed (up to 3x real-time), automated scenario generation, and fault injection is crucial for rigorous testing and development. The integration with CI/CD pipelines is also a significant advantage for continuous integration and delivery. The paper's value lies in its practical approach to addressing the challenges of autonomous racing software validation.
Key Takeaways
- •Describes a fast, automated simulation pipeline for autonomous racing.
- •Employs a high-fidelity vehicle model as an FMU.
- •Supports scenario-based testing with varied initial conditions.
- •Includes a fault injection module for robustness testing.
- •Integrates with CI/CD for continuous validation.
Reference
“The pipeline can execute the software stack and the simulation up to three times faster than real-time.”