Research Project 24-25J-140

Enhancing Autonomous Vehicle Security

A comprehensive research project focused on developing innovative security solutions for autonomous vehicles.

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Research Domain

Our research focuses on four key components to enhance the security of autonomous vehicles.

Smart Key System

Wickramaarachchi J.C.

Developing a smart key system using an Android app to replace traditional vehicle key fobs, enhancing security and convenience.

  • Android application replacing traditional key fobs
  • Enhanced encryption for secure communication
  • Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
  • Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
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Secure V2V/V2I Communications

Al balushi O.T.M.G

Implementing lightweight ECC for secure Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) and Vehicle-to-Infrastructure (V2I) communications, protecting against network attacks.

  • Lightweight ECC-based authentication
  • Black-hole attack mitigation
  • Trust-based security mechanism
  • Performance evaluation metrics
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PUF-based Authentication

Jayasinghe K.A.C.T

Utilizing Physical Unclonable Functions (PUFs) to create a robust challenge-response mechanism, enhancing authentication and guarding against side-channel attacks.

  • Challenge-response mechanism
  • FPGA implementation
  • Hardware-based security
  • Protection against cloning attempts
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GPS Spoofing Detection

Wanigasekara W.M.I.W

A machine learning-based anomaly detection system to identify and counter GPS spoofing, ensuring reliable navigation for autonomous vehicles.

  • Machine learning anomaly detection
  • Real-time GPS data analysis
  • IoT-based rover implementation
  • Mobile app integration for alerts
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Project Milestones

Key assessments and deliverables throughout our research project.

Topic Assessment Form (TAF)

Topic Review

May 13, 2024

Presentation of the research topic its sub-components with objectives.

Project Proposal

Initial project scope and objectives.

July 05, 2024

Presentation of the research proposal outlining the project scope, objectives, and methodology.

Marks: 06%

Progress Presentation 1

First progress review

Dec 04, 2024

Presentation of initial research findings, literature review, and preliminary implementation.

Marks: 15%

Progress Presentation 2

Second progress review

June 30, 2025

Presentation of advanced implementation, testing results, and refined methodology.

Marks: 18%

Final Assessment & Viva

Final project evaluation

July 10, 2025

Final presentation and viva of the complete project, demonstration of all components, and comprehensive documentation.

Marks: 20%

Project Documents

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TAF Document

Initial project definition

Formal document outlining the project scope, objectives, and stakeholders.

Proposal Document

Research proposal

Comprehensive proposal detailing research questions, methodology, and expected outcomes.

Check List Documents

Project verification

Quality assurance checklists for each phase of the research project.

Smart Key System

Component 1 Documentation

Technical documentation for the Smart Key System component.

V2V/V2I Security

Component 2 Documentation

Technical documentation for the V2V/V2I Security component.

PUF Authentication

Component 3 Documentation

Technical documentation for the PUF Authentication component.

GPS Spoofing Detection

Component 4 Documentation

Technical documentation for the GPS Spoofing Detection component.

Final Document

Complete research paper

Comprehensive final document integrating all research components.

Presentations

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Proposal Presentation

March 15, 2025

Initial presentation outlining the research proposal and methodology.

Progress Presentation 1

April 20, 2025

First progress review presentation with initial findings and implementation.

Progress Presentation 2

May 25, 2025

Second progress review presentation with advanced implementation and testing results.

Final Presentation

June 30, 2025

Final project presentation with comprehensive results and findings.

About Us

Meet our research team working on enhancing autonomous vehicle security.

Mr. Kavinga Abeywardena

Mr. Kavinga Abeywardena

Supervisor

Ms. Hansika Mahaadikara

Ms. Hansika Mahaadikara

Co-Supervisor

Wickramaarachchi J.C.

Wickramaarachchi J.C.

Leader - Smart Key System

IT21369810

Albalushi O.T.M.G

Albalushi O.T.M.G

V2V/V2I Security

IT21099472

Jayasinghe K.A.C.T

Jayasinghe K.A.C.T

PUF Authentication

IT21146442

Wanigasekara W.M.I.W

Wanigasekara W.M.I.W

GPS Spoofing Detection

IT21249648

Contact Us

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Email

alert@nexlock.live

Research Team

24-25J-140 - Faculty of Computing, SLIIT

Project Timeline

March 2025 - July 2025

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Securing the Future of Autonomous Mobility

Our research aims to address critical security challenges in autonomous vehicles, ensuring a safer and more secure future for transportation.