Enabling the Evaluation of Driver Physiology Via Vehicle Dynamics
Rodrigo Ordonez-Hurtado Bo Wen Nicholas Barra Ryan Vimba Sergio Cabrero-Barros Sergiy Zhuk Jeffrey L. Rogers
Driving is a daily routine for many individuals across the globe. This paper
presents the configuration and methodologies used to transform a vehicle into a
connected ecosystem capable of assessing driver physiology. We integrated an
array of commercial sensors from the automotive and digital health sectors
along with driver inputs from the vehicle itself. This amalgamation of sensors
allows for meticulous recording of the external conditions and driving
maneuvers. These data streams are processed to extract key parameters,
providing insights into driver behavior in relation to their external
environment and illuminating vital physiological responses. This innovative
driver evaluation system holds the potential to amplify road safety. Moreover,
when paired with data from conventional health settings, it may enhance early
detection of health-related complications.