Driver monitoring vision system detects distraction, reaction time and drowsiness

Customer / partner: Toyota Infotech Ltd, Cargotec Oyj

CHALLENGE

Driver's decreased attention level and fatigue endangers traffic and driver safety.

SOLUTION

If the driver becomes distracted or drowsy, the system enhances driver alerts and confines vehicle controls (e.g. reduce the speed of the vehicle).

BENEFIT

Driver alertness – monitors his/her sleepiness and distraction level up to 85% accuracy.
Traffic safety – advice a driver to adapt his/her driving style; reduce the number and seriousness of traffic incidents in 70% of the cases.
Operator comfort – enables the vehicle adaptation to driver characteristics and operating style.