Thermal Sense Isixhumanisi Sokuqapha Umshayeli ngu-Zeyuan Zhang and Xuechun Tao

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IbhulonziI-Inthafeyi· 2025

Thermal Sense Isixhumanisi Sokuqapha Umshayeli

ngu Zeyuan Zhang and Xuechun Tao

Iklayenti: Tick Design Labs (Shanghai)

Umnqobi we-Umklomelo Webhulonzi we-A' Design Award Esigabeni se-I-Inthafeyi

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Thermal Sense iyisixhumanisi sokuqapha umshayeli semoto. I-Thermal Sense ibuyisela indawo yekhamera ejwayelekile esemotweni ngesensa yokushisa ene-resolution ephansi ecubungula amaphethini okushisa kuphela, ngakho azikho izithombe ezingahlonzwa umuntu ezidalwayo. Imojula yesensa ilinganiselwa ku-40 ngo-30 ngo-20 amamilimitha futhi ifakwe esibukweni sangemuva ukuze isakaze umbono obanzi wangaphakathi emotweni. Amanethiwekhi ohlelo lobuchopho abuchopho lokwenziwa ahlaziya izinga lokuvaleka kwamehlo kanye nokunyakaza kwekhanda ukuze kutholakale ubuthongo, ukuphazamiseka kanye nokuba khona kwengane. Izexwayiso zokuphepha zinikezwa ngaphansi kwemizuzwana engu-100, futhi ubumfihlo buvikelwe ezingeni ledatha.

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Thermal Sense Isixhumanisi Sokuqapha Umshayeli iwinile uMklomelo Webhulonzi we-A' Design Award, ukwaziswa okuhloniphekile kakhulu okunikezwa imiklamo ephawulekayo eyehlukaniswa ukudala, ubuhlakani nobukhali bengqondo. Abawinile beBhulonzi yimisebenzi enobuchule obukhulu nedala ngokumangalisayo eqinisekisa isipiliyoni esibanzi, umcabango nobuhlakani babaklami babo. Thermal Sense Isixhumanisi Sokuqapha Umshayeli ilindeleke ukuba ibe yinto exatshwa kakhulu, edunyiswayo nethandwayo, enobungcweti obuphawulekayo nezinto ezintsha. Lo mklamo owinile uMklomelo Webhulonzi we-A' Design Award uhlanganisa izindlela ezinhle kakhulu ebuciko, esayensi, ekuklameni nasebuchwepheshe futhi uhamba phambili ngenxa yokunaka kwawo imininingwane. Thermal Sense Isixhumanisi Sokuqapha Umshayeli iyanelisa izidingo ngokumangalisayo, ithinta izifiso, iheha imizwa futhi ikhanga ukufuna ukwazi.

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Izici Ezihlukile: With the increasing requirement for in-car cameras to monitor drivers and support assisted driving systems, Thermal Sense offers a groundbreaking alternative. It replaces traditional cameras with low-resolution thermal sensors, capturing only heat signatures to eliminate privacy risks. This system ensures data-level privacy while detecting drowsiness, distractions, and child presence using advanced machine learning. By prioritizing safety and privacy, Thermal Sense sets a new benchmark.
Izilinganiso Nokupakisha: The thermal sensor module measures 40mm x 30mm x 20mm and is mounted discreetly on the rearview mirror for optimal cabin coverage. It features a low-resolution array of 32x32 pixels with a thermal sensitivity of ± 0.1°C. The system operates in real-time with a latency of under 100ms, powered by a custom hardware platform integrating convolutional neural network architectures. The package is lightweight, energy-efficient, and optimized for seamless automotive integration.
Amathegi: thermal imaging, privacy monitoring, driver analysis, cabin safety, thermal sensors, non-invasive, AI
Ubuchwepheshe Bokukhiqiza: Thermal Sense integrates a thermal sensor at the rearview mirror for wide-angle cabin coverage. Sourced with customized original equipment manufacturer specifications, the sensor detects minute thermal variations, ensuring high sensitivity for monitoring physiological parameters. Advanced convolutional neural network process thermal data, analyzing key indicators like eye closure rates and head movements. A robust real-time pipeline enhances image quality, extracts features, and provides immediate safety alerts.
Inselele Yokudweba: Limited availability of high-quality, low-cost thermal sensors and real-time processing technology were overcome through iterative testing and collaboration with original equipment manufactures and artificial intelligence experts.
Ucwaningo: Using an in-between method, we cross-compared the thermal sensor approach with traditional cameras for measuring driver behavior. Controlled experiments with 50 participants assessed drowsiness and distractions. Results showed no significant performance difference between the two methods. This demonstrates that the thermal approach is as effective as cameras while eliminating privacy concerns, making it a superior, privacy-conscious solution.
Ugqozi: Inspired by advancements in thermal imaging and the need for privacy-focused solutions, Thermal Sense addresses mandatory driver monitoring requirements without compromising identity. Research shows the efficacy of thermal sensors in detecting behavior and ensuring safety. By eliminating human-identifiable color images, it prioritizes privacy while monitoring driver attention, passenger activity, and child presence.
Ubude Bephrojekthi: The project commenced in January 2023 in Shanghai, China, and was completed in October 2024. Research, development, and testing phases were conducted in collaboration with leading automotive technology innovation labs.
Ukuhamba Kokusebenza: Thermal Sense operates seamlessly in the background, using a thermal sensor to monitor the cabin without capturing identifiable images. Installed on the rearview mirror, it detects heat patterns to identify driver drowsiness, distractions, or child presence. The system provides real-time alerts, ensuring safety without compromising privacy. Its unobtrusive design and precise detection deliver reliable results, creating a safer and more privacy-conscious driving experience.
Amapathenti: Copyrights belong to Zeyuan Zhang, and Tick Design Labs (Shanghai)
Amalungu Eqembu: Lead Designer: Zeyuan Zhang
Lead Designer: Xuechun Tao
Lead Designer: Yangyi Tai
Amakhredithi Ezithombe: All Image: Zeyuan Zhang