18120250. METHODS AND SYSTEM FOR DETECTING MISUSE OF SEAT BELTS simplified abstract (HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY)
Contents
- 1 METHODS AND SYSTEM FOR DETECTING MISUSE OF SEAT BELTS
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 METHODS AND SYSTEM FOR DETECTING MISUSE OF SEAT BELTS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 How does the system differentiate between normal and abnormal seat belt wearing patterns?
- 1.11 What actions can be taken once abnormal seat belt usage is detected?
- 1.12 Original Abstract Submitted
METHODS AND SYSTEM FOR DETECTING MISUSE OF SEAT BELTS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Young Rok Kim of Suwon-si (KR)
METHODS AND SYSTEM FOR DETECTING MISUSE OF SEAT BELTS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18120250 titled 'METHODS AND SYSTEM FOR DETECTING MISUSE OF SEAT BELTS
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a system and method for detecting misuse of a seat belt by analyzing the position and fastening of the seat belt on an occupant.
- Sensor unit detects occupant seated on a seat and wearing a seat belt
- Controller analyzes image signal to detect occupant while seat belt is fastened
- Separate detection of shoulder and lap webbing of seat belt
- Determines if seat belt is worn normally or abnormally
- Warns if seat belt is abnormally worn
Potential Applications
This technology can be applied in various industries such as automotive, transportation, and safety equipment manufacturing.
Problems Solved
This technology helps in ensuring the proper use of seat belts by detecting any abnormal wearing patterns, thus enhancing occupant safety in vehicles.
Benefits
The system provides a proactive approach to prevent accidents by alerting occupants about incorrect seat belt usage, potentially reducing injuries in case of a collision.
Potential Commercial Applications
"Enhancing Vehicle Safety with Seat Belt Misuse Detection Technology"
Possible Prior Art
There are existing systems that detect seat belt fastening but may not specifically focus on detecting abnormal wearing patterns like the described technology.
Unanswered Questions
How does the system differentiate between normal and abnormal seat belt wearing patterns?
The system likely uses algorithms to analyze the position and tension of the seat belt webbing to determine if it is worn correctly.
What actions can be taken once abnormal seat belt usage is detected?
Upon detecting abnormal seat belt usage, the system may trigger visual or auditory warnings to alert the occupant to adjust their seat belt properly.
Original Abstract Submitted
A system and a method for detecting misuse of the seat belt includes a sensor unit detecting an occupant seated on a seat and a seat belt and a controller detecting an occupant based on an image signal detected through the sensor unit while the seat belt is fastened, separately detecting a shoulder webbing and a lap webbing of the seat belt, and determining whether the seat belt is worn normally or abnormally based on the detected result to warn that the seat belt is abnormally worn.
