In the last years, more and more research activities have focused on the application of Virtual Reality (VR) and related cutting-edge immersive technologies like Augmented Reality (AR) and Mixed Reality (MR) to vehicular systems for supporting the design of novel Human-Machine Interaction techniques, simulating the functioning of newly developed components, recreating hazardous test environments, establishing trust in Connected and Autonomous Vehicles (CAVs), etc. The benefits brought by immersive environments for supporting simulations in the field of vehicular technology have already been recognized by many companies and academic institutions worldwide, as confirmed by the huge investments and a large number of publications. As we approach the time in which immersive simulations will become fundamental for a wide range of applications in the field of vehicular technology, the goal of this Special Section was to attract high-quality submissions reporting state-of-the-art research activities targeted to next-generation vehicles and related infrastructures. The Special Section received 12 submissions, which were prescreened and reviewed by experts in the field. Four papers were ultimately accepted.

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特邀社论 车载技术沉浸式虚拟现实仿真专题介绍

随着我们接近沉浸式模拟将成为车辆技术领域广泛应用的基础的时代，本特刊的目标是吸引高质量的提交报告，以报告针对最先进的研究活动下一代汽车和相关基础设施。特科收到了 12 份提交的材料，这些材料由该领域的专家进行了预筛选和审查。四篇论文最终被接受。