How do we deploy RL safely in real-world systems?

Safe RL requires careful reward design.
Sergey Levine

How It Works:

Define clear reward functions, implement safety constraints (e.g., shields), and run extensive simulations before any real-world rollout.

Key Benefits:

  • Controlled exploration: Prevents unsafe behaviors.
  • Scalable learning: Transfer policies from simulation to production.
  • Continuous improvement: Agents adapt from live feedback.

Real-World Use Cases:

  • Autonomous driving: Train in simulated lanes before road testing.
  • Energy management: Optimize HVAC systems with safety limits.

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