AI Safety Gridworlds

AI Safety Gridworlds are simplified environments used to test and understand how artificial intelligence (AI) systems behave in scenarios where safety is a concern. In these grid-like spaces, an AI agent navigates while trying to achieve goals, like reaching a target, but must also avoid harmful actions that could lead to negative outcomes for itself or others. This research helps AI developers ensure that their systems make safe, ethical decisions in more complex, real-world settings. Essentially, it’s a way to study and improve how AI prioritizes safety alongside achieving objectives.