In a significant advancement for driver safety technology, Canberra-based Seeing Machines showcased its latest aftermarket driver monitoring system (DMS) at Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2024.
The new system features enhanced microsleep detection and eye-gaze tracking in a more compact and easily installable device.
"We are thrilled to launch the next generation of our Guardian solution," said Seeing Machines CEO Paul McGlone.
."A reliable solution that activates only when needed is vital for driver adoption and road safety.
"Our ability to provide this technology profitably to a new market segment, particularly for commercial vehicle OEMs, underscores our commitment to ensuring drivers get home safely."
We are looking forward to another exciting #CES in January 2024 where our #auto and #technical teams will meet with key customers and stakeholders. #seeingmachines #safety #vegas pic.twitter.com/hCTlZwAqxZ— Seeing Machines (@seeingmachines) January 3, 2024
About Seeing Machines
Seeing Machines, established in 2000 by Alex Zelinsky, Timothy Edwards, Sebastien Rougeaux and Jochen Heinzmann, has a mission to eradicate transport fatalities.
The company's impact is substantial, having conducted 387,973 fatigue interventions in the past year alone.
Stemming from a collaborative effort with the Australian National University (ANU) and Volvo Technological Development, the company has made significant strides in the field.
The Guardian solution is widely used by commercial transport and logistics companies globally, covering more than 14 billion kilometres across 54,000 vehicles.
Check out the new sleek, single-box #Guardian Gen 3 solution, launched at #CES2024 this week, which has been independently tested and confirmed to meet Europe's General Safety Regulation. #seeingmachines #roadsafety pic.twitter.com/QA9DXR6TaZ— Seeing Machines (@seeingmachines) January 9, 2024
Not limited to aftermarket applications
The third generation of the Guardian system has received independent verification, aligning with the European Commission's General Safety Regulation for Drowsiness Detection.
This regulation becomes mandatory for all new vehicles in Europe starting July 2024.
Seeing Machines' technology is not just limited to aftermarket applications.
The company also targets commercial vehicle manufacturers, offering both factory-fit and post-manufacturing solutions.
To date, Seeing Machines has secured 17 automotive programs with 11 original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).