By 2015, driving drowsiness was the leading cause of motorway mortality. With this on-board system, the driver can stay awake thanks to a follow-up of his brain activities.
Two companies are currently researching a car headrest with many features. In addition to ensuring the driver's safety during a collision, the gadget also keeps him awake and focused throughout the journey.
Changhong Research Labs and Freer Logic have integrated electroencephalogram sensors in car headrests. These elements make it possible to follow in real time the brain activity of the driver. If the patient is distracted or ready to fall asleep, the device sends an alarm signal. The technology was presented at CES 2017 and is illustrated by the quality of its sensors which even operate at a distance of 15 to 20 cm from the user.
Attention algorithms
The data collected will be processed using a special algorithm. "It has an algorithm of attention inside that will calibrate on your brain and you will be able to control the graphics on the screen," explained Peter Freer, president of Freer Logic.
The program was fully operational during the Las Vegas CES. During a simulation, a person was driving a car and when it was concentrated, the gauge was full. Once it is distracted, the indicator shows a decrease.
Both companies are already thinking of a way to wake up the driver. "Right now they are working on a haptic device to shake the wheel or shake your seat to wake you up," Freer said.
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