Augmented reality may be one of the next great innovations to come into our cars. Forget the head up, that we know today quite some models, the draft presented by Jaguar-Land Rover is much more ambitious display. Virtual Windscreen (literally translated "virtual windshield") foreshadows an innovation that could change the way we perceive our environment behind the wheel in the years to come.
Virtual Windscreen displays 3D on the entire windshield a number of useful data driving speed, navigation, hazards, etc. But the demonstration does not end there. True 3D display screen, the virtual windshield is able to display the ideal line when approaching a turn, with shades of color indicating the optimum braking zones, in exactly the same way as what is done in the moment the best video games,. More functionality for use on the racetrack that gives interesting perspectives for pilot trainees. Better yet, the system is able to recreate a "ghost car" that allows the pilot to challenge himself to improve his time. Virtual Windscreen can also recreate virtual cones allowing the pilot to train.
While most of the features described here is now mainly oriented on the racetrack, the virtual windshield should quickly find its place on the road each day to help drivers better understand the dangers of the road and avoid them as much as possible, leaving it eyes. Dr Wolfgang Epple, Director of Research and Technology of Jaguar-Land Rover said: "We are working on projects that will provide the driver with better information to improve its driving experience. By allowing access to high quality images, the driver only needs to look at the display only once. Virtual images allow the driver to enjoy speed and distance and help in everyday decisions like circuit. "Jaguar Land Rover, owned by India's Tata Motors since 2008, hopes to commercialize the system in the coming years.
Source: Jaguar