set of operating conditions under which a given driving automation system or feature thereof is specifically designed to function

EXAMPLE 1 ADS feature designed to operate a vehicle only on fully access-controlled freeways in low-speed traffic, under fair weather conditions and optimal road maintenance conditions (e.g. good lane markings and not under construction).

EXAMPLE 2 ADS-dedicated vehicle designed to operate only within a geographically-defined area, and only during daylight at speeds not exceeding 25 mph.

NOTE 1 to entry The conditions can include environmental, geographical, time-of-day, and/or other restrictions.

NOTE 2 to entry The conditions can require the presence or absence of certain traffic or roadway characteristics.