1.1.1 The purpose of this test method is to evaluate an A-unmanned ground vehicle’s (A-UGV) capability of traversing through a defined space with limited A-UGV clearance. This test method is intended for use by A-UGV manufacturers, installers, and users. This test method defines a set of generic 2D area shapes representative of user applications and for different A-UGV types.

1.1.2 A-UGVs shall possess a certain set of navigation capabilities appropriate to A-UGV operations such as A-UGV movement between structures that define the vehicle path. A navigation system is the monitoring and controlling functions of the A-UGV, providing frequent A-UGV updates of vehicle movement from one place to another. A-UGV environments often include various constraints to A-UGV mobility. In this test method, apparatuses, procedures, tasks, and metrics are specified that apply constraints and thereby, standard test methods for determining an A-UGV’s navigation capabilities are defined.

1.1.3 This test method is scalable to provide a range of dimensions to constrain the A-UGV mobility during task performance.

1.1.4 A-UGVs shall be able to handle many types of open and defined area complexities with appropriate precision and accuracy to perform a particular task.

1.1.5 The required mobility capabilities include preprogrammed or autonomous movement or both from a start point to an end point. Further mobility requirements may include: sustained speeds, vehicle reconfiguration to pass through defined spaces, payload, A-UGV movement within constrained volumes, or other vehicle capabilities, or combinations thereof. This test method is designed such that a candidate A-UGV can be evaluated as to whether or not it meets a set of user application requirements.

1.1.6 Performing Location—This test method shall be performed in a location where the apparatus and environmental test conditions can be fully implemented. Environmental conditions are specified and recorded.

1.1.7 Additional test methods within Committee F45 are anticipated to be developed to address additional or advanced mobility capability requirements.