It was impossible to get a picture so some imagination is required. The authors of this paper have designed an augmented virtual representation for older drivers who have problems with spatial cognition. This means they are unable to judge distances and process other information that is crucial while driving. They have also added a navigation system that is displayed on the windshield in order to decrease information overload as well as keep the drivers eyes on the road. This product offers elder drivers confidence in driving so that they can still drive to the store or attend social events. They use a combination of cameras, gps and inertial sensors to make the output video correspond with actual road travel as if it was not there. They also can show cars in low visibility environments to help drivers to not hit others. Since the directions from the navigation system are superimposed over the screen a driver can easily see where to go and not have to squint at a small screen because it is enlarged on the windshield. This system also switches between a birds eye view like most nagigation systems and a real time view posted directly in front of a driver. However this system is hard to test on actual roads with drivers due to safety hazards.
This would be a great product because my grandmother often complains that is hard to see the road and since she lives out in the country there is a lot of wild life and you know how that goes. Some draw backs would be if you lose gps tracking under a bridge or a sudden power failure resulting in the driver freaking out and crashing.
This article by: SeungJun Kim and Anind K. Dey
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I thought this would be a great idea. I always have trouble trying to read a map or directions while I'm driving. This would put the map in front of me without obstructing my view. It would make navigating so much easier.
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