Stoneridge-Orlaco SideEye meets DVS requirements
Stoneridge-Orlaco has created an active camera and radar detection system, SideEye, which meets Direct Vision Standard (DVS) requirements, reducing blind spots and increasing safety.
The turn assist system actively alerts the driver when cyclists, pedestrians or other road users are present in the blind spot of the truck.
In addition to meeting the Safe System requirements for obtaining a permit for vehicles with a ‘0’ star rating under the DVS system, SideEye also meets the requirements of the the German Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt (KBA, the Federal Motor Transport Authority).
The blind spot warning system consist of a combination of radar signals, audio signals and camera images. Furthermore, a monitor overlay indicates on the 7” display that there is someone in the blind spot.
SideEye provides further visual and audible alerts for drivers as soon as other road users are detected in the detection zone on the passenger side of the truck.
“The system only detects moving objects and is also reliable in bad weather conditions, like rain, snow and fog,” said Stoneridge-Orlaco.
“Cyclists, pedestrians and other vulnerable road users are also warned by a powerful outdoor speaker when the vehicle makes a turn…
“The unique thing about SideEye is that it can be integrated into a pre-existing monitor in the truck’s cab. This saves the expense of purchasing a monitor, the dashboard stays uncluttered and the driver can focus on just one monitor.
“Radar alerts are integrated into the picture on the existing monitor via visual overlays using an interface box. This allows the driver to work more safely, reliably and efficiently.”
