Autoliv teamed up with Vision Machines to develop vehicle driving monitoring system

Recent scientific and technological developments , foreign media reported that the world-renowned auto parts supplier Autoliv announced that it will collaborate with Seeing Machines to jointly develop next-generation dynamic driving vehicle monitoring systems (DMS).

Previous data released by the NHTSA showed that in 2015 alone, 3477 people were killed and 391,000 people were injured due to traffic accidents caused by inattention when driving. The American Automobile Association (AAA) also pointed out that 21% of fatal car accidents originate from fatigue driving.

In order to improve this situation, Autoliv and Vision Machine Company are determined to develop the latest DMS. They hope that by accurately monitoring the eye and head movements, attention and fatigue of the driver, to explore whether the driver is insane or feel sleepy, and thus reduce the traffic accidents caused by fatigue driving. And when necessary, the DMS system will also take over the vehicle to ensure that the occupants are sufficiently safe.

Autoliv president Johan L?fvenholm said: "We are trying to save more lives and create the world's most advanced driving condition monitoring system." Meanwhile, Mike McAuliffe, CEO of Vision Machines, also stated: "Vision Machines and Autoliv The cooperation between them will help expand the ecosystem in the industry. Both companies are technology leaders and are committed to providing improved safety in vehicle driving. The company will provide advanced manufacturing technology and product configuration for DMS to automotive manufacturers."