18359936. VEHICLE CABIN STATE RECOGNIZING DEVICE simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
Contents
- 1 VEHICLE CABIN STATE RECOGNIZING DEVICE
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 VEHICLE CABIN STATE RECOGNIZING DEVICE - 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 Original Abstract Submitted
VEHICLE CABIN STATE RECOGNIZING DEVICE
Organization Name
TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA
Inventor(s)
Hiroshi Nakada of Toyota-shi (JP)
VEHICLE CABIN STATE RECOGNIZING DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18359936 titled 'VEHICLE CABIN STATE RECOGNIZING DEVICE
Simplified Explanation
The vehicle cabin state recognizing device of the present disclosure includes a plurality of cameras capable of capturing an image of a vehicle cabin provided on a steering wheel, and an image processing device connected to the plurality of cameras. The image processing device first acquires a captured image from each of the plurality of cameras. The image processing device then determines a shielding state of each of the plurality of cameras from a state of a captured image of each of the plurality of cameras. The image processing device further selects a captured image of the minimum shielding camera having the smallest shielding degree among the plurality of cameras. Then, the image processing device executes recognition processing for recognizing the state of the vehicle cabin with respect to the captured image of the minimum shielding camera.
- The device includes multiple cameras to capture images of the vehicle cabin.
- An image processing device analyzes the captured images to determine the shielding state of each camera.
- The device selects the image with the least amount of shielding for recognition processing of the vehicle cabin state.
Potential Applications
This technology can be applied in:
- Automotive safety systems
- Driver monitoring systems
- Autonomous vehicles
Problems Solved
- Enhanced monitoring of the vehicle cabin
- Improved safety features in vehicles
- Real-time assessment of the driver's state
Benefits
- Increased safety for drivers and passengers
- Early detection of potential risks or emergencies
- Customized driving experience based on cabin state
Potential Commercial Applications
Enhancing driver safety in:
- Automobile manufacturing companies
- Automotive technology firms
- Fleet management companies
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be the use of single cameras for driver monitoring systems in vehicles.
Unanswered Questions
How does the device handle different lighting conditions inside the vehicle cabin?
The device may use advanced image processing algorithms to adjust for varying lighting conditions and ensure accurate recognition of the cabin state.
What is the impact of potential camera malfunctions on the overall performance of the device?
Camera malfunctions could affect the accuracy of the recognition processing and may require regular maintenance to ensure optimal performance.
Original Abstract Submitted
The vehicle cabin state recognizing device of the present disclosure includes a plurality of cameras capable of capturing an image of a vehicle cabin provided on a steering wheel, and an image processing device connected to the plurality of cameras. The image processing device first acquires a captured image from each of the plurality of cameras. The image processing device then determines a shielding state of each of the plurality of cameras from a state of a captured image of each of the plurality of cameras. The image processing device further selects a captured image of the minimum shielding camera having the smallest shielding degree among the plurality of cameras. Then, the image processing device executes recognition processing for recognizing the state of the vehicle cabin with respect to the captured image of the minimum shielding camera.