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On Wheels, Nuts and Software

Ellims, M.

    In this paper I examine the issue of whether we can trust software systems and put forward an argument that in an absolute sense the answer must necessarily be no for a multitude of reasons. The paper then examines the question of whether this is an actual impediment to the successful application of software with particular reference to automotive applications. In particular I examine the question of whether our expectations of software are compatible with the realities of road vehicle manufacture and use. I conclude that with good methodology and integration within a whole vehicle development process, software based systems can, and will provide levels of safety above those which are experienced today so long as certain critical constraints are met.
Cite as: Ellims, M. (2004). On Wheels, Nuts and Software. In Proc. Ninth Australian Workshop on Safety-Related Programmable Systems (SCS 2004), Brisbane, Australia. CRPIT, 47. Cant, T., Ed. ACS. 67-76.
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