A Framework for Interdisciplinary Regulatory Approaches: A Case Study of VTOL and Roadable Aircraft in the Mobility Industry
This study analyses the regulation of “heterogeneous products”—those incorporating interdisciplinary technologies subject to multiple agencies and regulations. Despite recognising the need for coordinated regulatory approaches, no systematic frameworks exist. We developed a framework to analyse both...
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| description | This study analyses the regulation of “heterogeneous products”—those incorporating interdisciplinary technologies subject to multiple agencies and regulations. Despite recognising the need for coordinated regulatory approaches, no systematic frameworks exist. We developed a framework to analyse both heterogeneous product composition and corresponding regulatory design, exploring their interrelationships. Applying this to case studies of vertical takeoff and landing and roadable aircraft, we found that regulatory interpretations of similar product characteristics varied, leading to differing regulatory responses. Our findings demonstrate a strong link between product classification and applicable regulations, highlighting the importance of considering both concurrently when designing new products or regulations. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-0ca96e3f7b1c4f42a821bdd7565ffef82025-08-20T13:12:56ZengCambridge University PressEuropean Journal of Risk Regulation1867-299X2190-824911710.1017/err.2025.10036A Framework for Interdisciplinary Regulatory Approaches: A Case Study of VTOL and Roadable Aircraft in the Mobility IndustryShunsuke Tominaga0https://orcid.org/0009-0007-8763-8208Shingo Kano1Graduate School of Frontier Sciences, The University of Tokyo, JapanGraduate School of Frontier Sciences, The University of Tokyo, JapanThis study analyses the regulation of “heterogeneous products”—those incorporating interdisciplinary technologies subject to multiple agencies and regulations. Despite recognising the need for coordinated regulatory approaches, no systematic frameworks exist. We developed a framework to analyse both heterogeneous product composition and corresponding regulatory design, exploring their interrelationships. Applying this to case studies of vertical takeoff and landing and roadable aircraft, we found that regulatory interpretations of similar product characteristics varied, leading to differing regulatory responses. Our findings demonstrate a strong link between product classification and applicable regulations, highlighting the importance of considering both concurrently when designing new products or regulations.https://www.cambridge.org/core/product/identifier/S1867299X25100366/type/journal_articleframework analysisinterdisciplinary technologiesmulti regulatory authorities |
| spellingShingle | Shunsuke Tominaga Shingo Kano A Framework for Interdisciplinary Regulatory Approaches: A Case Study of VTOL and Roadable Aircraft in the Mobility Industry European Journal of Risk Regulation framework analysis interdisciplinary technologies multi regulatory authorities |
| title | A Framework for Interdisciplinary Regulatory Approaches: A Case Study of VTOL and Roadable Aircraft in the Mobility Industry |
| title_full | A Framework for Interdisciplinary Regulatory Approaches: A Case Study of VTOL and Roadable Aircraft in the Mobility Industry |
| title_fullStr | A Framework for Interdisciplinary Regulatory Approaches: A Case Study of VTOL and Roadable Aircraft in the Mobility Industry |
| title_full_unstemmed | A Framework for Interdisciplinary Regulatory Approaches: A Case Study of VTOL and Roadable Aircraft in the Mobility Industry |
| title_short | A Framework for Interdisciplinary Regulatory Approaches: A Case Study of VTOL and Roadable Aircraft in the Mobility Industry |
| title_sort | framework for interdisciplinary regulatory approaches a case study of vtol and roadable aircraft in the mobility industry |
| topic | framework analysis interdisciplinary technologies multi regulatory authorities |
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