Driver monitoring, which is the best system?
Driver monitoring
Year after year the cars become more and more intelligent and technological, to the point of becoming semi-autonomous in driving, especially on the motorway where the traffic is more linear and easier to read; despite the great progress however, even the most modern cars are not infallible and all the systems integrated in the cars can be bypassed in one way or another, and this is also one of the reasons that led to the birth of systems dedicated to monitoring of the driver, to avoid getting too distracted from the road while the car drives autonomously,As we all know, however, all systems can be bypassed if you make an effort to do so, and that's exactly what AAA, the American Automobile Association, tried to do this by testing 4 different models of cars equipped with a driver monitoring system. To get a clearer picture of the situation, the AAA test was carried out on 2 models equipped with cameras that observe the driver and warn him in case of distraction, and 2 models equipped instead with sensors integrated in the steering wheel.
The Cadillac Escalade equipped with Super Cruise and the Subaru Forester equipped instead with the EyeSight system are the 2 models chosen by AAA to test the capabilities of the cameras, while the Hyundai Santa Fe with Highway Driving Assist and the Tesla Model 3 with Autopilot are the two models chosen to test the capabilities of the sensors integrated in the steering wheels.
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Once the tests were concluded the results were immediately very clear: the systems based on cameras are quicker in detecting moments of distraction - sometimes with a difference of 50 seconds - and therefore in preventing any accidents; with a minimum amount of data input behind the wheel, on the other hand, warnings given by the system can be avoided, to the point of being able to drive for almost 6 consecutive minutes without receiving any warning.
In any case, both systems have failed from a crucial point of view: none of the systems was able to disarm autonomously, giving control back to the driver, thus losing the usefulness of the system itself.
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Magna Lands Industry-First Award for Integrated Driver and Occupant Monitoring System
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Magna Driver Monitoring SystemSystem solution fully integrates camera and electronics into the interior mirror
Driver and in-cabin occupant monitoring achieved with a single camera
Starts production in 2024 with German automaker
AURORA, Ontario, Feb. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With the rapid global growth of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), driver monitoring is quickly becoming an important feature and safety function. Getting ahead of Euro NCAP and General Safety Regulation mandates, Magna has secured a high-volume, global award from a German automaker to bring its industry-first system solution combining its camera, electronics and interior mirror technology to the market starting in 2024.
The system reduces packaging complexities by fully integrating Magna’s high-resolution camera, infrared emitters and electronic control unit into the company’s interior mirror. One of the unique features is the camera which is hidden behind the mirror glass, providing both packaging and styling improvements compared to existing solutions on the market today. Advanced software monitors the driver’s head, eye and body movement to help detect signs of distracted behaviour, drowsiness and fatigue. In addition, the system features in-cabin monitoring which allows it to not only monitor the driver, but the activities and presence of other occupants in the vehicle.
“Distracted driving remains one of the leading causes of vehicle accidents globally and many markets are consequently making driver monitoring a standard safety technology,” said John O’Hara, President of Magna Electronics and Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting. “With our proven leadership and expertise in camera and mirror technology, it’s natural that we have been able to develop an innovative system solution that meets future Euro NCAP and GSR requirements, and optimizes space, styling and costs.”
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A unique feature of Magna’s system is the central, unobstructed location high on the windscreen which provides an optimal view of the driver, front seat passenger, second and third row occupants. This allows both driver and occupancy monitoring with a single camera – uniquely packaged into the mirror unit.
“Our driver monitoring system opens up a world of possibilities when it comes to integration with other ADAS vehicle technologies, and lends itself to new mobility concepts such as authentication for ride sharing. With our full systems expertise, Magna is ideally positioned to unlock these opportunities – further helping to improve safety, comfort and convenience for all who share the road.”
TAGSDriver Monitoring, Occupant Monitoring, Safety, Software, ADAS, driver assistance systems
INVESTOR CONTACTLouis Tonelli, Vice-President, Investor Relationslouis.tonelli@magna.com, 905.726.7035
MEDIA CONTACTTracy Fuerst, Vice President, Corporate Communications & PRtracy.fuerst@magna.com, 248.761.7004
ABOUT MAGNAMagna is more than one of the world’s largest suppliers in the automotive space. We are a mobility technology company with a global, entrepreneurial-minded team of 154,000 employees and an organizational structure designed to innovate like a startup. With 60+ years of expertise, and a systems approach to design, engineering and manufacturing that touches nearly every aspect of the vehicle, we are positioned to support advancing mobility in a transforming industry. Our global network includes 347 manufacturing operations and 90 product development, engineering and sales centres spanning 28 countries.
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