Aerometrics (Sunnyvale, CA, USA) is developing an innovative laser-diode based device that provides a warning signal when a motor-vehicle deviates from the center of the lane. The device is based on a sensor that scans the roadway on either side of the vehicle and determines the lateral position relative to the existing painted lines marking the lane. No additional markings are required. A warning is used to alert the driver of excessive weaving or unanticipated departure from the center of the lane. The laser beams are at invisible wavelengths so that operation of the device does not pose a distraction to the driver or other motorists. When appropriate markers are not present on the road, the device is capable of detecting this condition and warn the driver. The sensor system is expected to work well irrespective of ambient light levels, fog and rain. This sensor has enormous commercial potential. It could be marketed as an instrument to warn drivers that they are weaving, used as a research tool to monitor driving patterns, be required equipment for those previously convicted of driving under the influence, or used as a backup sensor for vehicle lateral position control. It can also be used in storage plants to guide robotic delivery vehicles. The principles of operation of the sensor, and the results of Aerometrics ongoing tests is presented.


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    Title :

    Adavanced laser-based device for motor vehicle lane position monitoring and steering assistance


    Additional title:

    Automatische Messung der Seitenposition in der Fahrspur mit einem Laser


    Contributors:
    Bachalo, W.D. (author) / Inenaga, A. (author) / Schuler, C. (author)


    Publication date :

    1995


    Size :

    10 Seiten, 7 Bilder, 4 Quellen




    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English




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