Head-up display tech can make driving cars safer, says Harman

RahulNagaraj · 2nd November 2024, 16:34

According to reports, Harman - the maker of audio and in-car tech has come up with a new head-up display technology which aims to make cars safer to drive.

The new technology, called "Ready Vision Qvue' reportedly displays information on a black reflective strip at the base of the windscreen glass. The reflective strip would also extend slightly further up from the base to increase the display area. This position, according to Harman is in the driver's line of sight, eliminating the need for the driver to take his eyes off the road to look at information on a dash-mounted display.

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Harman, states that drivers may spend 0.5 to 1-second glancing at the new head-up display tech; less when compared to the 1 - 2 seconds looking at a central infotainment screen or up to 2.5 seconds when staring at a third-party smart device.

The new tech is more aligned with conventional car instrumentation but set higher. The tech uses two Samsung horizontal displays that project the image with a "low halo effect", giving a sharper image and ensuring readability in all conditions.

Harman's new tech though is more conventional, compared to the recent tech unveiled by Hyundai. The South Korean carmaker recently unveiled a "holographic windshield display", essentially turning the entire front windscreen into a a full-display.

Source: Autocar

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AJ56 · 2nd November 2024, 18:16

HUD is a great feature to have, keeps your eyes on the road. I’ve been using an aftermarket head up display for years now and love it.

Although their study claims exaggerated scan times. If you spend 2 whole seconds checking your instruments you shouldn’t be driving to begin with.

JunkyardHunter · 2nd November 2024, 20:15

I really like this idea. However, placing it where it currently is seems a little dangerous. However about placing it a bit nearer?

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RahulNagaraj Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Bangalore Posts: 2,675 Thanked: 25,323 Times View My Garage	Head-up display tech can make driving cars safer, says Harman According to reports, Harman - the maker of audio and in-car tech has come up with a new head-up display technology which aims to make cars safer to drive. The new technology, called "Ready Vision Qvue' reportedly displays information on a black reflective strip at the base of the windscreen glass. The reflective strip would also extend slightly further up from the base to increase the display area. This position, according to Harman is in the driver's line of sight, eliminating the need for the driver to take his eyes off the road to look at information on a dash-mounted display. Harman, states that drivers may spend 0.5 to 1-second glancing at the new head-up display tech; less when compared to the 1 - 2 seconds looking at a central infotainment screen or up to 2.5 seconds when staring at a third-party smart device. The new tech is more aligned with conventional car instrumentation but set higher. The tech uses two Samsung horizontal displays that project the image with a "low halo effect", giving a sharper image and ensuring readability in all conditions. Harman's new tech though is more conventional, compared to the recent tech unveiled by Hyundai. The South Korean carmaker recently unveiled a "holographic windshield display", essentially turning the entire front windscreen into a a full-display. Source: Autocar Link to Team-BHP news
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AJ56 BHPian Join Date: Jul 2021 Location: Gurgaon Posts: 825 Thanked: 3,192 Times	Re: Head-up display tech can make driving cars safer, says Harman HUD is a great feature to have, keeps your eyes on the road. I’ve been using an aftermarket head up display for years now and love it. Although their study claims exaggerated scan times. If you spend 2 whole seconds checking your instruments you shouldn’t be driving to begin with.
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JunkyardHunter BHPian Join Date: May 2023 Location: MH 02 Posts: 311 Thanked: 752 Times	Re: Head-up display tech can make driving cars safer, says Harman I really like this idea. However, placing it where it currently is seems a little dangerous. However about placing it a bit nearer?
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