3D gesture sensor for cars

Melexis is offering time of flight (ToF) 3D sensor MLX75023 sensor by using SoftKinetic technology and manufactured in Melexis’ Automotive grade CMOS mixed signal process. This QVGA 320 x 240 pixel resolution 3D sensor can work in full sunlight, which can be used for natural 3D gesture recognition and robust driver monitoring. MLX75023 features SoftKinetic’s patented DepthSense 3D Imaging technology, and in conjunction with SoftKinetic’s advanced image processing software. This sensor can sense human gestures as well as the shape, size and behavior of objects and people inside the car. Now drivers can adjust the temperature and radio, or make a phone call, using simple gestures and without taking their eyes off the road. Additional capabilities of the sensor allow for driver behavior monitoring as well as context awareness, creating a safer environment for every passenger in the vehicle. “Our unique ToF sensor has created exciting opportunities for the gaming environment, augmented and virtual realities, and even the living room. Working together with Melexis we have now been able to create a sensor that is robust in full sunlight, perfect for the automobile environment,” said Michel Tombroff, CEO of SoftKinetic. “We are excited about the multitude of possibilities with this sensor, and look forward to the ways car manufacturers will incorporate it into the design of...