In-cabin driver monitoring systems (DMS) must continuously track eye movement, head position, and attentiveness using infrared illumination and camera sensing, all without distracting or being noticed by the driver. DMS require controlled infrared illumination, reliable optical performance, and compact components operating continuously in the vehicle cabin.

Vishay's high power automotive infrared (IR) emitters provide the illumination DMS cameras rely on, while photo detectors and optical sensors support ambient light compensation for consistent performance day and night in detecting facial characteristics / drowsiness and supporting eye tracking applications. Our Automotive Grade resistors and capacitors condition the camera and processing electronics packed into the steering column or dashboard.

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