Not exact matches
Rather than rely on V2V communications, Google's novel technology
uses light
radar and mapping software to guide the vehicle as a completely independent
unit.
The technology continuously monitors the object — and a central control
unit uses the camera and
radar data to evaluate the risk of a collision and to initiate the most efficient counteraction.
Modern
radar detectors, such as the Valentine One and various Escort
units, are also expected to recognize pulsed, infrared laser beams and even signals from the Ku - band, which is being
used by traffic police in Europe but not in the United States — yet.
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unit also came with an optional Driver Assist Package ($ 3,000) that includes a number of advanced safety features: Automatic collision preparation
uses front mounted sensors to detect if a collision is imminent and applies brakes accordingly; front and rear automatic braking functions similarly and
uses radar and ultrasonic sensors to protect against both front and rear collisions (like virtual bumpers); rear cross-traffic alert notifies of approaching left and right cross traffic when reversing; and active blind spot monitoring illuminates icons located on the ATS's side mirrors when a car has drifted into a blind spot.
Through
use of the Audi side assist
radar sensors and control
units, it monitors the traffic following the vehicle whenever a turn signal is not active.
Partial ACC is usually a single
unit, while some full - range ACC implementations are now able to
use a single
radar as well.
The control
unit uses data from the navigation system and the driver assistance systems» cameras and
radar sensors to prevent the engine being switched off at moments where it would be counterproductive for efficiency — for example when pausing briefly at intersections or traffic circles.
He went on to develop and patent such devices as the electromagnetic comptometer, a
radar device for ships at sea, a sensitized light bulb, and a portable freezer
unit for military
use.
He invented a
radar device for ships, a sensitized light bulb, and a portable freezer
unit for
use by military forces.
Enforce vehicle operating and parking laws by
using radar units and patrolling high - volume locations