Research Phases

Exploring autonomous weapon systems' impact on civilian casualties ethically.

A turquoise autonomous vehicle with multiple sensors is parked on an urban street. It is surrounded by trees and modern buildings, with visible license plates and sleek design details.
A turquoise autonomous vehicle with multiple sensors is parked on an urban street. It is surrounded by trees and modern buildings, with visible license plates and sleek design details.
A close-up view of a red robotic device featuring a prominent handle on top, several controls, and buttons. The design includes caution labels and the branding 'AMYbotics'. The lighting accentuates the machine's surfaces, emphasizing its industrial nature.
A close-up view of a red robotic device featuring a prominent handle on top, several controls, and buttons. The design includes caution labels and the branding 'AMYbotics'. The lighting accentuates the machine's surfaces, emphasizing its industrial nature.
A small robotic vehicle is positioned on a wooden table, equipped with large black wheels and multiple colored wires connected to its top. Various electronic components are scattered around, including a pair of pink scissors, cables, and a small bowl.
A small robotic vehicle is positioned on a wooden table, equipped with large black wheels and multiple colored wires connected to its top. Various electronic components are scattered around, including a pair of pink scissors, cables, and a small bowl.
A humanoid robot with a sleek, futuristic design is kneeling on a rocky surface near a body of water. The robot's structure is composed of white and black components, showcasing exposed mechanical joints and complex circuitry. The sky above is overcast, contributing to the dramatic setting.
A humanoid robot with a sleek, futuristic design is kneeling on a rocky surface near a body of water. The robot's structure is composed of white and black components, showcasing exposed mechanical joints and complex circuitry. The sky above is overcast, contributing to the dramatic setting.

Weapon Systems

Researching ethical implications of autonomous weapon systems performance.

A robotic arm with a sleek, black design holds a series of lenses that appear to be suspended in mid-air. The background is a stark white, emphasizing the mechanical and sophisticated nature of the robotic technology.
A robotic arm with a sleek, black design holds a series of lenses that appear to be suspended in mid-air. The background is a stark white, emphasizing the mechanical and sophisticated nature of the robotic technology.
Data Collection

Simulation experiments and analysis of civilian impact.

A car equipped with sensors is parked on an urban street corner. The vehicle has the label 'Zoox' on it, indicating it is likely an autonomous vehicle. The car features a futuristic design with various mounted sensors on the roof and sides. The street is lined with modern buildings and there is sparse traffic visible in the background.
A car equipped with sensors is parked on an urban street corner. The vehicle has the label 'Zoox' on it, indicating it is likely an autonomous vehicle. The car features a futuristic design with various mounted sensors on the roof and sides. The street is lined with modern buildings and there is sparse traffic visible in the background.
A humanoid robot with dark metallic body stands in a dimly lit environment, emitting an eerie presence. Its eyes glow white, providing a stark contrast to the dark surroundings. The robot's body is detailed with mechanical joints and a circular emblem on its shoulder.
A humanoid robot with dark metallic body stands in a dimly lit environment, emitting an eerie presence. Its eyes glow white, providing a stark contrast to the dark surroundings. The robot's body is detailed with mechanical joints and a circular emblem on its shoulder.
A small, futuristic-looking autonomous vehicle is traveling on a paved path through a lush park. The vehicle has a sleek gray exterior with red vertical lights on the rear. Tall trees with green foliage surround the path, and the ground is covered with grass and sparse vegetation.
A small, futuristic-looking autonomous vehicle is traveling on a paved path through a lush park. The vehicle has a sleek gray exterior with red vertical lights on the rear. Tall trees with green foliage surround the path, and the ground is covered with grass and sparse vegetation.
Expert Consultation

Evaluating ethical foundations and legal aspects of thresholds.