Hazard Analysis for Self-Adaptive Systems Using System-Theoretic Process Analysis
Self-adaptive systems are able to change their behaviour at run-time in response to changes. Self-adaptation is an important strategy for managing uncertainty that is present during the design of modern systems, such as autonomous vehicles. However, assuring the safety of self-adaptive systems remains a challenge, particularly when the adaptations have an impact on safety-critical functions. The field of safety engineering has established practices for analyzing the safety of systems. System Theoretic Process and Analysis (STPA) is a hazard analysis method that is well-suited for self-adaptive systems. This paper describes a design-time extension of STPA for self-adaptive systems. Then, it derives a reference model and analysis obligations to support the STPA activities. The method is applied to three self-adaptive systems described in the literature. The results demonstrate that STPA, when used in the manner described, is an applicable hazard analysis method for safety-critical self-adaptive systems.
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