ams OSRAM (SIX: AMS), a global leader in innovation for lighting and sensing technologies, recently announced the launch of the Osram Infrared LED OSLON™ Black IR:6 C Series-a line of high-power infrared emitters.
As the level of automotive intelligence continues to rise, a key trend is emerging: driver assistance systems and sensors, traditionally focused on the external environment, are now shifting their focus toward the vehicle’s interior space. In-cabin sensing represents a new generation of vehicle technology designed to perceive and monitor dynamics within the cabin. When a vehicle can accurately identify conditions inside the cabin, this technology acts as a guardian of safety for drivers, passengers, and other road users alike.
ams OSRAM’s high-power 940nm OSLON Black™ series of infrared emitters will provide the foundational support for this capability. Specifically designed for camera-based in-cabin sensing systems, these devices deliver interference-free infrared illumination by suppressing the “red glow” phenomenon, and are specifically optimized for driver monitoring and occupant monitoring applications.
01. Infrared-Enabled: Building a Solid Foundation for In-Cabin Sensing
Whether the driver is distracted or fatigued, whether all passengers are properly seated, or whether a child or pet has been left behind in the back seat, in-cabin monitoring systems provide critical support to the driver at pivotal moments, effectively helping to prevent accidents. This signifies that vehicles are gradually evolving into active partners in safety-benefiting not only the driver but every occupant within the vehicle.
Tobias Hofmeier, Product Marketing Manager at ams OSRAM, stated:
“In-cabin sensing is more than just a technological trend; it is a matter of responsibility regarding road safety. When a vehicle possesses the capability to perceive in-cabin dynamics with greater precision, it can safeguard occupant safety in those critical, split-second moments.”
Infrared light plays a pivotal role in this technology. Camera-based in-cabin sensing systems require stable, uniform infrared illumination to accurately capture information without compromising the occupant experience. ams OSRAM’s portfolio of high-power infrared emitters has been created specifically to meet this need.
The Osram Infrared Led OSLON™ Black IR:6 C-series infrared emitter reliably identifies critical information-such as facial features and gaze direction-maintaining consistent performance even in low-light conditions or environments with sudden lighting changes. By specifically suppressing the “red glow” phenomenon within the 940nm wavelength range, the in-cabin infrared light source remains virtually invisible. This is particularly crucial during night driving scenarios, significantly enhancing user acceptance and overall cabin comfort.
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02. Overcoming Technical Challenges to Expand the Boundaries of Smart Applications
Discreet design is a decisive factor in the overall user experience. The presence of visible red light-a byproduct of infrared sources-within the cabin can easily become a distraction. ams OSRAM addresses this issue at the chip level, resolving this technical challenge at the source to ensure the reliable operation of in-cabin sensing systems while avoiding any disturbance to the driver and passengers.
This infrared emitter supports not only established applications-such as driver monitoring, occupant detection, and child presence detection-but is also well-suited for future scenarios, including medical emergency detection, cognitive state monitoring, and the detection of intoxication or abnormal behavior.
Furthermore, the Osram Infrared Led OSLON™ Black IR:6 C-series (Model: OSLON™ Black SFH 472XXCS A01) offers a diverse range of emission angles and optical configurations, providing designers with a high degree of flexibility.
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