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2 A new approach to marine programmable systems assessment
Author(s) -
Earthy Jonathan,
Register Lloyd's
Publication year - 1999
Publication title -
incose international symposium
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2334-5837
DOI - 10.1002/j.2334-5837.1999.tb00168.x
Subject(s) - computer science , systems engineering , software , range (aeronautics) , risk analysis (engineering) , engineering , business , programming language , aerospace engineering
Increasing reliance on complex, computer‐assisted systems presents a problem for most maritime stakeholders. The combination of complexity, use of computer hardware and software, and sector practice in the purchase and operation of computer‐based systems leads to a wide range of potential defects which cannot be guarded against by prescriptive standards. The EC ATOMOS II research project has developed a total system, human‐centred, risk‐based, through life approach to the specification, design, introduction and use of operationally effective and commercially efficient marine systems, including the use of programmable electronic systems (PES). This is presented in a new standard from ISO which will have a far‐reaching effect on the design and operation of marine transport. The rationale for a new approach to the development, use and assessment of marine PES and a new ISO standard which embodies this rationale are presented. The industrial impact is outlined.