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Ralf Schumacher gets tiny headup display--in helmet
· Date: 2002-09-12
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In August, 2002, BMW took the wraps off a miniature headup display which will be integrated into Ralf Schumacher's helmet. The display, similar to that seen in the windshield of some late model cars, will enable information to be relayed to the driver about track conditions ahead, accidents on the track, his position in the race, etc.
The tiny 6 x 8 mm (0.2 x 0.3 in) display was devised by the BMW Group's Research
and Technology Center (FIZ) in Palo Alto, CA, in collaboration with BMW subsidiary
Designworks/USA and German helmet manufacturer Schuberth. Tests are to be completed
this year, with Schumacher using the mini display in his helmet starting next
season. Read the
SAE.org article.
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mark, on Monday, 11. September 2006 at 08:39 AM
Gama Roy Choudhury, on Thursday, 11. October 2007 at 06:03 AM
No I strongly feel that this would enhance driving safety making any individual more cautious.
Gama Roy Choudhury
Navi Mumbai.
India.
E-mail :gamarc15@gmail.com
Cell : 9821004807
DK, on Thursday, 11. October 2007 at 09:36 AM
Based on driver training experience, I think the same applies to things like mobile phones, navigation systems and so on. They ARE distractions but drivers CAN learn to handle them and take advantage of the convenience and safety benefits.
