The German automaker will utilize LG’s Advanced Driving
Assistance System technology in its next-generation of self-driving
vehicles which are currently in the works. The ADAS tech
is basically a stereo camera system which works like the human eye to
detect objects on the road ahead and spot potential dangers like
pedestrians and cyclists. If any hazards are detected in front of the
car that the driver hasn’t picked up, then the vehicle will brake
autonomously.
The system also ensures the car stays
within the correct lane and dims the headlights in the face of oncoming
traffic. Rather than being completely independent like Google’s upcoming
self-driving car, Mercedes-Benz’ car will be semi-autonomous so the
driver will be able to transfer only some of the controls to the
vehicle.
LG’s
biometric systems will even monitor eye movement and alertness, in
order to protect against drivers falling asleep at the wheel. On top of
the self-driving tech, LG will also provide the home entertainment and
mobile technology systems. In return, Mercedes will license part of its 6D Vision technology back to LG to use with other automakers. The
Mercedes-Benz and LG prototype is set to be revealed at the 2015
Consumer Electronics Show which kicks off January 6 in Las Vegas.
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