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Methods and systems for warning driver of vehicle using mobile device

US10445559B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 20, 2017
Grant dateOct 15, 2019
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Expiry dateSep 13, 2037

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60W2554/00
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method and system for warning a driver of a vehicle using a mobile device is disclosed. The method includes capturing at least one facial aspect of the driver and a path view visible ahead of the vehicle up to a predefined distance. The method further includes identifying using image analytics at least one path event demanding attention of the driver based on a path view and a field of view of the driver. The method includes detecting absence of a driver response in response to identifying the at least one path event within the field of view of the driver. The method further includes extracting driver details associated with the driver. The method includes issuing a notification to the driver based on the driver details, when the absence of the driver response is detected.

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