Hyundai and Kia Unveil Vision Pulse Driver Safety Technology Using UWB Signals
Hyundai Motor and Kia have developed Vision Pulse, a driver safety technology that uses ultra-wide band signals to detect obstacles beyond the driver's line of sight in real time.
100 meters
10 centimeters
over 99%
What Happened
Vision Pulse uses ultra-wide band (UWB) modules installed in vehicles to emit signals. When nearby vehicles, bicycles, or pedestrians also carry UWB-enabled devices like smartphones or wearables, the system measures signal travel time to calculate exact positions. If a potential collision is detected, it issues alerts, reducing accident likelihood.
Over 99%
Under adverse weather or nighttime conditions, with a 10-centimeter margin of error across a 100-meter radius.
- School bus safety: protecting children with UWB keyrings attached to backpacks
- Industrial settings: guiding autonomous forklifts and preventing collisions at construction sites
Why this matters
Vision Pulse enhances driving safety by detecting hidden obstacles, such as pedestrians or cyclists, even in poor visibility, potentially reducing collisions and improving road safety for all users.
Terms in This Story
- Ultra-wide band (UWB)
- A radio technology that uses a wide frequency bandwidth for short-range, high-speed communication with precise positioning.
- LiDAR
- Light Detection and Ranging; a remote sensing method that uses laser pulses to measure distances.
- Radar
- Radio Detection and Ranging; a detection system that uses radio waves to determine the range, angle, or velocity of objects.
- Blind spot detection
- A vehicle safety feature that alerts the driver to objects in areas not visible through mirrors or windows.
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