Definition:
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) is a safety feature in vehicles that uses sensors, cameras, or radar to detect objects in the driver's blind spots and provide alerts to prevent collisions.
What is Blind Spot Monitoring?
Blind Spot Monitoring is an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) designed to help drivers detect vehicles or obstacles in areas that are not visible through mirrors. Typically, BSM systems use radar sensors located on the sides or rear of the vehicle to scan for approaching vehicles in adjacent lanes. When another vehicle is detected in the blind spot, the system provides visual, auditory, or haptic alerts, such as a flashing light on the side mirror, a beeping sound, or steering wheel vibrations. Some BSM systems also integrate with lane change assist to warn the driver or even apply corrective steering if a lane change is attempted while a vehicle is present in the blind spot.
Use Cases of Blind Spot Monitoring:
- Lane Change Assistance: Alerts the driver when a vehicle is detected in the blind spot to prevent unsafe lane changes.
- Highway Driving Safety: Enhances awareness on multi-lane highways by continuously monitoring adjacent lanes.
- Trailer Monitoring: Some advanced BSM systems extend coverage to detect vehicles in the blind spots of trailers or long vehicles.
- Cross-Traffic Alerts: Helps detect approaching vehicles when reversing out of parking spots or driveways.
- Integration with Autonomous Driving Features: Works alongside lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control to improve vehicle automation and safety.
