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This research focuses on evaluating a user interface (UI) for an autonomous vehicle (AV) with the goal to determine the most suitable layout for persons with visual acuity loss. The testing procedure includes a Wizard of Oz AV for simulating an automated ride. Several participants are included in the study and the visual impairments are simulated by specially designed glasses. The conclusions help to determine the optimal graphic design of the UI that can be independently used by persons with blurred vision. The results can be applied to improve the inclusiveness and ergonomics of vehicle UIs.

All safety equipment used in various working environments should comply with specific standards. This scientific paper is about research and analyses of the compulsory standards for eyeprotection in working environment. It includes methods for mechanical tests according to the standard further explained and virtual testing by using a numerical model. A physical reference model was used that complies with the aforementioned standard. The main purpose of this scientific paper is showing the behaviour of safety glasses during their mechanical test but in virtual environment. The standard EN166:2001- “Personal eye protection equipment” describes the test and the requirements that should be fulfilled for granting confirmation. The aim of this paper is the conduction of the mechanical test described in the standard EN166 by using virtual simulation, analyzing the results and suggesting possible modifications on the safety equipment.