Edge AI camera unit for driver monitoring usage Development

Collecting information such as a person's facial direction and line of sight, and estimating the target's behavior and state.

Edge AI camera unit for driver monitoring usage is an integrated product consisting of a camera (image sensor + lens + IR illumination) and an SoC (system control & image processing).
Detects people within the camera's angle of view and collects information such as facial orientation and gaze to estimate their movements and status.
Its compact size allows for easy installation anywhere, and by connecting to a PC, you can easily adjust the camera viewing angle on the monitor.

Merit

Driver monitoring using an edge camera

01Edge AI camera detects faces and estimates behavior and status

Estimates various conditions using an edge camera.

  • Detects person within the angle of view.
  • Warning when eyes are closed or when looking down.
  • Also issues a warning when other behaviors that may interfere with driving.

02Operates as a USB camera, outputting detection results to a PC monitor Can be connected directly to a PC like a USB camera

Can be connected directly to a PC like a USB camera

  • Visually check various detection results on a monitor
  • Adjustable shooting angle while viewing the camera image
  • Operates on USB bus power

03IR Lighting Enables Shooting in Dark Places

Equipped with IR lighting for shooting

  • IR lighting enables clear shooting even in dark places
  • Built-in light source eliminates the need for an external light source
  • Invisible light allows shooting without obstructing the driver’s line of sight

Example

Shooting Requirements

  • Horizon : ±45°
  • Vertical : ±15°
  • Face Size: 130×130 (pixels)
  • Camera Distance: 40-100cm

Eligible Driver Requirements

  • Age: 16-80
  • Gender: All
  • Eyelid Opening: 6.0-14.0mm
  • Transmittance: 70% or higher, eyeglasses, sunglasses