TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA (20240262380). DRIVER MONITOR, METHOD, AND COMPUTER PROGRAM FOR MONITORING DRIVER simplified abstract
Contents
- 1 DRIVER MONITOR, METHOD, AND COMPUTER PROGRAM FOR MONITORING DRIVER
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 DRIVER MONITOR, METHOD, AND COMPUTER PROGRAM FOR MONITORING DRIVER - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Key Features and Innovation
- 1.6 Potential Applications
- 1.7 Problems Solved
- 1.8 Benefits
- 1.9 Commercial Applications
- 1.10 Prior Art
- 1.11 Frequently Updated Research
- 1.12 Questions about Driver Monitoring Systems
- 1.13 Original Abstract Submitted
DRIVER MONITOR, METHOD, AND COMPUTER PROGRAM FOR MONITORING DRIVER
Organization Name
TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA
Inventor(s)
Takuhiro Omi of Anjo-shi Aichi-ken (JP)
DRIVER MONITOR, METHOD, AND COMPUTER PROGRAM FOR MONITORING DRIVER - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240262380 titled 'DRIVER MONITOR, METHOD, AND COMPUTER PROGRAM FOR MONITORING DRIVER
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a driver monitor system that uses a camera to detect the orientation of a driver's face in a vehicle. It determines if the driver's face inclines more than a certain angle for a specific amount of time while the vehicle is in autonomous driving mode. If the driver's face does not meet these criteria, a notification is sent to the driver to take over control of the vehicle.
- Processor detects orientation of driver's face from images
- Determines if face inclines beyond a set angle for a specific time
- Notifies driver to take over control if criteria are not met
Key Features and Innovation
- Utilizes a camera to monitor the driver's face orientation
- Determines specific criteria for driver intervention based on face angle and time duration
- Provides a notification system to alert the driver when intervention is needed
Potential Applications
The technology can be used in autonomous vehicles to ensure driver attentiveness and readiness to take over control when necessary. It can also be applied in driver monitoring systems for safety and security purposes.
Problems Solved
The system addresses the issue of driver complacency or distraction in autonomous vehicles by prompting the driver to take over control when needed. It enhances safety and ensures the driver is alert and engaged while the vehicle is in autonomous mode.
Benefits
- Improves safety in autonomous vehicles
- Enhances driver attentiveness and responsiveness
- Prevents accidents due to driver inattention
Commercial Applications
Title: Driver Monitoring System for Autonomous Vehicles This technology can be implemented in autonomous vehicle systems, transportation companies, and automotive manufacturers to enhance driver safety and ensure smooth transitions between autonomous and manual driving modes.
Prior Art
Prior research in driver monitoring systems for autonomous vehicles and facial recognition technology can provide insights into similar technologies and approaches in the field.
Frequently Updated Research
Stay updated on advancements in driver monitoring systems, facial recognition technology, and autonomous vehicle safety features to incorporate the latest innovations and improvements into the system.
Questions about Driver Monitoring Systems
How does the system differentiate between intentional and unintentional driver actions?
The system uses specific criteria such as face angle and time duration to determine if the driver's actions require intervention, ensuring that only relevant instances trigger the notification to take over control.
What measures are in place to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the driver monitoring system?
The system undergoes rigorous testing and calibration to ensure accurate detection of the driver's face orientation and timely notifications for driver intervention.
Original Abstract Submitted
a driver monitor includes a processor configured to detect orientation of the face of a driver of a vehicle from a plurality of driver images generated by a camera mounted on the vehicle to take a picture of the driver, determine whether a duration during which the orientation of the driver's face inclines more than a predetermined angle in a yaw direction of the vehicle with respect to a reference direction is not less than a predetermined time threshold, when the vehicle is under autonomous driving control, notify a transition demand for taking over driving of the vehicle to the driver via a notification device when the duration is less than the predetermined time threshold, and omit to notify the transition demand to the driver when the duration is not less than the predetermined time threshold.
