{"id":26332,"date":"2022-12-28T18:40:07","date_gmt":"2022-12-28T18:40:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mailinvest.blog\/index.php\/2022\/12\/28\/what-are-driver-monitoring-systems-in-cars-review-geek\/"},"modified":"2022-12-28T18:40:07","modified_gmt":"2022-12-28T18:40:07","slug":"what-are-driver-monitoring-systems-in-cars-review-geek","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mailinvest.blog\/index.php\/2022\/12\/28\/what-are-driver-monitoring-systems-in-cars-review-geek\/","title":{"rendered":"What Are \u201cDriver Monitoring Systems\u201d in Cars \u2013 Review Geek"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Driver Monitoring systems are an advanced safety feature that can track your eyes, check for drowsiness or attention, and alert drivers to keep their eyes on the road.<\/p>\n

More vehicles are starting to come with a Driver Monitoring System (DMS) to keep drivers alert instead of dozing off or being distracted by a smartphone. So, what is this system, and how does it work?<\/p>\n

These days drivers are more distracted than ever before. We have smartphones, huge infotainment displays, and a false sense of safety due to lane assist, adaptive cruise control<\/a>, and hands-free driving. While using these features, drivers might not keep their eyes on the road as often, and no matter how much coffee you drink, staying awake, alert, and paying attention can be difficult.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s why we\u2019re starting to see a big shift toward driver-monitoring systems\u2014sometimes called driver-state sensing (DSS) systems\u2014which involve more than just occasionally touching the steering wheel. In fact, DMS systems can track your eyelids, alert drowsy drivers, and could make the road a safer place.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What is a Driver Monitoring System?<\/h2>\n
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You\u2019ll start hearing more about Driver Monitoring Systems (DMS) in 2023 and beyond, so what is it, exactly? It is a suite of advanced safety features inside a vehicle that, depending on the model and system, can track your eyes, eyelids (for drowsiness), and head movements, among other things.<\/p>\n

DMS systems do more than monitor the driver to ensure someone is paying attention. If you\u2019re not awake or alert, it\u2019ll notify you using many different methods.<\/p>\n

While this technology is still relatively new, we\u2019re starting to see it emerge in more vehicles, especially electric cars. For example, Polestar will debut its cutting-edge DMS system<\/a> on the Polestar 3 electric SUV at CES in January 2023.<\/p>\n

These monitoring systems are readily available in commercial and fleet markets, but it\u2019s gaining traction with automakers and regulatory agencies alike for consumers. It\u2019s a mandate for future vehicles in Europe, and U.S. senators have new legislation<\/a> in the works. DMS systems are critical to the advancement of self-driving and autonomous driving technology.<\/p>\n

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DMS systems typically use a camera or sensor system mounted to the dashboard or rearview mirror to track a driver\u2019s eyes. Additionally, the monitoring software can instantly issue a warning or haptic vibrations to alert drivers, get their attention back to the road, or warn them to touch the steering wheel.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s essentially checking to ensure you\u2019re paying attention; if not, it\u2019ll get your attention. Some systems put an alert on the gauge cluster, infotainment display, or a vibration in the steering wheel. We could see heads-up display notifications projected onto the windshield or other methods in the future.<\/p>\n

We\u2019ve seen this variant with Tesla\u2019s autopilot and full self-driving software. While using self-driving, it\u2019ll occasionally remind the person behind the wheel to touch the steering wheel and pay attention.<\/p>\n

For example, GM\u2019s Super Cruise software on Chevrolet and GM vehicles has an optional DMS system<\/a> that owners can enable. Once engaged, it\u2019s a system \u201cthat detects your head and eye positioning, reminding you to pay attention to the road and steer manually when needed.\u201d<\/p>\n

While using Ford\u2019s BlueCruise and hands-free driving, the oval company\u2019s DMS system\u00a0uses a driver-facing infrared camera atop the steering column that monitors\u00a0the driver\u2019s eyes and head gaze. And yes, it can see your eyes through sunglasses. Hands-free driving mode will ensure the driver is awake, alert, and looking forward rather than down at a smartphone.<\/p>\n

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