The Implementation of Ethical AI Within Autonomous Vehicles
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Autonomous Vehicles, AV, Artificial Intelligence, AI, Ethical AI, Ethics, Ethical Considerations, Decision-making, Life-or-death situations, Ethical Frameworks, Human Flourishing, Deontology, Utilitarianism, Robotic Technology, Stakeholders, Consequentialism, AI Protocols, Ethical Guidelines, Machine Learning, Driverless Cars, Ethical Challenges, Technological Ethics, Human-machine Interaction, AI Responsibility, Safety Protocols, Vehicle Sensors, Moral Implications, Road Safety, AI Training DataAbstract
The integration of Artificial Intelligence in the rapidly evolving landscape of autonomous vehicles necessitates an in-depth exploration of the associated ethical implications, especially in life-or-death scenarios. This research paper delves deeply into the multifaceted ethical issues associated with the deployment of AI-driven autonomous vehicles and the moral implication regarding this development. A core inquiry of this work is discerning the appropriate entity responsible for critical decision-making when human lives are in the balance. Given the unique context of autonomous driving, where split-second decisions could be a norm rather than an exception, we aim to investigate both the current algorithms' decision-making processes as well as their lack of transparency and question the underlying ethics that shape them. Drawing from real-world incidents involving autonomous vehicles, and juxtaposing them with theoretical predicaments, this study endeavors to present a holistic view of the prevailing ethical perspectives. Building on this foundation, we introduce a fitting ethical decision-making framework, rooted in deontological principles, designed to guide autonomous vehicles through morally complex scenarios on the road. To validate and refine our framework, we employ diverse case studies from the world of autonomous driving. Simultaneously, recognizing the inherent challenges that any ethical framework might encounter, we also discuss potential pitfalls and offer suggestions to enhance its robustness and applicability. As a result, this research underscores the pressing need for meticulously crafted guidelines governing AI within autonomous vehicles, ensuring that safety, individual autonomy, and ethical qualifications to be implemented within the age of driverless transport.
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