CSE

Safety-critical systems are computerised systems whose failure - caused by human error, technical malfunction or malicious manipulation of information - can have catastrophic consequences. Such incidents can result in the loss of human life or considerable economic damage. These systems have long been indispensable components of numerous sectors of the economy. They form the technological backbone of modern society and are central to various industries, including the automotive, aerospace, marine, automation, energy, healthcare and banking sectors. Due to their socio-technical nature, the engineering development of safety-critical systems requires an interdisciplinary approach that goes beyond the traditional engineering disciplines.

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Safety-critical systems are computerised systems whose failure - caused by human error, technical malfunction or malicious manipulation of information - can have catastrophic consequences. Such incidents can result in the loss of human life or considerable economic damage. These systems have long been indispensable components of numerous sectors of the economy. They form the technological backbone of modern society and are central to various industries, including the automotive, aerospace, marine, automation, energy, healthcare and banking sectors. Due to their socio-technical nature, the engineering development of safety-critical systems requires an interdisciplinary approach that goes beyond the traditional engineering disciplines.