[Feature]: Investigate and Validate the Existence of a Fallback Mechanism During System Failures

[SirMDA]

Description

It is currently unknown if the autonomous driving system includes a fallback mechanism to handle critical failures or crashes (e.g., transitioning to a safe stop or allowing manual control override). As a systems engineer, I need to verify whether such a mechanism exists, how it is supposed to function, and whether it is properly integrated with the system’s fault detection modules. This investigation is crucial for ensuring the vehicle can safely respond during unexpected failures.

Definition of Done

• Review existing system documentation and codebase to confirm if any fallback mechanism is defined.
• Identify the conditions under which the fallback mechanism should activate, if it exists.
• If a fallback mechanism is found, perform tests to validate its functionality under various failure scenarios.
• If no fallback mechanism exists, propose a basic outline for implementing one to ensure vehicle safety during critical system failures.
• Document findings and present them to the team for further action.