System for rapid detection of drowsiness in a machine operator
US8040247B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 23, 2009 |
| Grant date | Oct 18, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 9, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06V40/16
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention discloses a system and a process for rapidly detecting drowsiness in a individual operating a machine. The system can capture a plurality of facial images of the individual and compare one or more facial parameters from the images to a plurality of stored high priority sleepiness facial actions that are in a prioritized action database. Based on the comparison, a current level of sleepiness can be determined for the individual and an actuator can be actuated in order to alert the individual and possibly any other individuals that may be in the vicinity.
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