Health & Wellness for Automotive
Eye tracking can help with Driver Attention, Drowsiness, Distraction and Eye controlled devices in the car like Comfort systems & Infotainment. Reducing driver distraction is the more complex solution – implementing that will automatically include the capability to manage devices using eye control.
Tobii presents technology, specifically designed for the vehicle industry that works under the tough conditions of real cars and trucks. System that monitors and warns the driver of an imminent sleep onset does not only reduce accidents and save lives but can also increase driving workforce productivity.
Eyelid movements have shown to be reliable measure for acute drowsiness. PERCLOS (percentage of eyelid closure) in combination with eyelid velocity has a 93% correlation with drowsiness. By implementing a notification of acute drowsiness to the driver, it is possible to prevent accidents.
Sensor registers and analyzes the physiological aspects of the eye through detecting:
- Presence and position of the eyes
- PERCLOS, eyelid closure
- Velocity of the eyelid
Sensors operate regardless of glasses, lenses, age, ethnic origin, eye color and other aspects that may affect the physiology of the eye. The sensor works even in tough environments ranging from night driving to bright sunshine.
The Tobii attention and alert system is a robust solution for use in cars and commercial vehicles that meets the industry’s requirements on scalability and price. Mounted in the dashboard or the steering column, it can be an entirely automatic and unobtrusive system, unnoticed by the driver until needed.
The Tobii attention and alert drowsiness detection system can also be mounted as plug-in solution for aftermarket implementation. Its modular sensors can be mounted onto any vehicle’s dashboard.
Sensors operate regardless of glasses, lenses, age, ethnic origin, eye color and other aspects that may affect the physiology of the eye. The sensor works even in tough environments ranging from night driving to bright sunshine.
NanoHeat® Heat Generation System is now being validated for Healthcare & Medical Applications. Unlike conventional heating wires or coils, no magnetic interference was generated against other equipment, ideal for medical and healthcare uses. High emission of far infra-red and creates opportunity for medical applications.
Ultra-low electrical resistance possible, capable to be driven by battery and D.C. power, making device fully portable.
Currently NanoHeat® Flexible Heaters are under development. Infrared and far infrared thermal therapy has proven to be a highly effective treatment for pain relief and elevates the heart rate and improves blood circulation which are both crucial to maintaining good health. The heart rate increases as increased blood flow is diverted from the inner organs toward the extremities of the skin without elevating blood pressure.
NanoHeat IR & FIR Heater has High Emission of IR & FIR with more Effective Heat Performance.
- IR (Wavelength 4-8 μm) – 98% emissivity)
- FIR (Wavelength 11-20 μm) – 92% emissivity
Another application we are exploring is Thermal Therapy for Aches & Pains Relief from Arthritics. Flexible Nano Heater will be integrated into the glove with power coming from rechargeable flexible battery or super-capacitor.
BodyWave’s® Benefits: The automotive industry seeks to provide its customer base with the latest technology to enhance their driving experience and safety. It can monitor driver drowsiness, attention, and stress and warn the driver if they are falling asleep, not paying enough attention, or becoming stressed via the onboard computer.
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