New SafetyWissen Poster published

The new SafetyWissen Posters 2021/2022 from carhs.training are now available. There are 3 different posters again this year: The NCAP Test Matrix gives an overview of the tests within the worldwide New Car Assessment Programs. The Global AEB Test Poster shows in which scenarios AEB systems are tested in type approval and consumer protection tests. The VRU Protection Poster shows the most important requirements for the protection of vulnerable road users. As of now, the new 2021/2022 editions of the 3 SafetyWissen posters can be ordered free of charge (shipping costs may apply).

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CESVIMAP develops AEB Block Tester

Among the tests performed, more exhaustive AEB tests have been defined with objects which get in the way of target perception or disrupt it, in such a way that more realistic conditions are reproduced. CESVIMAP also experiments with offset tests and with different types of vehicle target. As a result, it has developed a test system for AEB which can be perceived by all the vehicle sensors and which is multipurpose; the system is called ABT or AEB Block Tester. It was very important for this purpose to design and build specific adapted targets.

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(R)Evolutionary LED Lighting for high-speed Imaging M=LIGHT Evo

The M=LIGHT Evo from the German experts for safer mobility is a real quantum leap for efficient illumination and film documentation of crash testing. Indeed, MESSRING has succeeded in doubling the light output of the M=LIGHT Evo compared to its proven predecessor: with a connected load of 1,150W, the 48 highly efficient LEDs provide a luminous flux output of 120,000 lumens in standard mode and can be increased to up to 260,000 lumens in flash mode. All this at a constant power input and available in continuous operation.

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dSPACE and Cepton partner to provide 3D Lidar Simulation for ADAS and Autonomous Applications

Cepton and dSPACE are collaborating closely to enable easier adoption of lidar technology in advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), autonomous vehicles (AV) and other autonomous applications. The partnership enables dSPACE to integrate Cepton s lidar sensors into its simulation tool chain, thereby helping customers accelerate their development using Cepton lidars.

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Hyundai Mobis develops the world's first Brainwaves based ADAS Technology

After 3 years of R&D, Hyundai Mobis finally succeeded in developing M.Brain, a new healthcare technology based on brainwave measurement. This achievement is receiving great attention for applying this brainwave measurement technology to the automotive industry for the first time. Among other biosignals, brainwave measurement is known to be one of the most advanced and challenged technologies to work with.

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Report of 2020 C-IASI Test Reults

Under the guidance of Chinese Insurance Association, CIRI was hold a press conference to release the C-IASI evaluation results report in June 2021. C-IASI has finished 23 vehicles models tests, including 14 SUVs, 8 Cars, 1 MPV.


Image: Chinese Insurance Association (CIRI)

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Assessing E-Scooter Risk to Motor Insurers

The use of E-Scooters as a mode of transport has increased in popularity in the UK through both private sales to the public and sanctioned rental trials permitting use in major cities globally. In 2019 the Government published the Future of Mobility: Urban Strategy which outlines the investment in accelerated trials of E-Scooters in various cities and towns throughout the country.

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TÜV Rheinland: Advanced Driver Assistance Systems not always reliable in long-term Operation

ADAS contribute significantly to improved road safety and are therefore becoming increasingly mandatory. However, they must be reliably maintained and checked throughout a vehicle s entire lifetime. Otherwise, they can become a risk factor themselves. According to projections by experts from TÜV Rheinland and TRL, there could be an average of around 790,000 risk events per year on roads in the European Union (EU) in 2029 that are attributable solely to reduced performance of lane keeping assistant systems.

Image: TÜV Rheinland

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CESVIMAP conducts pioneering Research into Driverless Cars

Using a normal, 100 % electric car as a starting point, CESVIMAP, alongside the Carlos III and the Technical Universities of Madrid, has installed cameras, radar and LIDAR sensors on this Mitsubishi i-MiEV model, making its steering, acceleration and brakes automatic in order to achieve a totally autonomous vehicle.

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Jennifer Homendy sworn in as Chair of NTSB

The Honorable Jennifer L. Homendy took the oath of office Friday, August 13, 2021 during an outdoor ceremony held at NTSB headquarters, in which she was sworn in as the 15th Chair of the National Transportation Safety Board. Alfonso Montaño, the NTSB’s Chief Administrative Law Judge, administered the oath and presided over the ceremony. 

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