Automotive safety remains an important concern for both consumers and governments around the world. Vehicle crashes continue to account for a large number of lives lost each year, despite considerable improvements in occupant protection, and a disproportionate percentage of these collisions occur in the dark.

Infrared imaging can help to reduce the number of collisions at night via its incorporation in
Night vision driving systems,

Pedestrian warning systems,

Obstacle detection systems,

Vehicle safety systems.

Integrating the ability to see better at night into the driving process is a major challenge. However, the biggest obstacle to opening up the mass market is cost. Until now, the primary goal of a night vision system has been to deliver an enhanced image to the driver, who then has to interpret the extra information. With the advent of obstacle detection via machine vision, it is soon going to be possible for the vehicle to provide the driver with specific warnings of potential problems. As functionality improves and image processing technology matures, the long term future for night vision systems is positive.

Contact XenICs to find an optimal solution for your night vision application.