American car manufacturer Ford recently unveiled new high-resolution headlights capable of projecting vital information directly onto the road as you drive using augmented reality (AR) technology. This includes everything from turn-by-turn navigation and real-time weather conditions to important street signs. The AR-enabled headlights can be used in a variety of unique scenarios. One example shows how the technology can be used to keep the driver up to date on changing weather conditions by displaying images on the road, such as a snowflake.
The system can also be used to guide drivers to their desired location and show how much room a driver has between other drivers or cyclists. What makes this system so unique from the other AR heads-up displays we’ve covered in the past is its ability to translate information not only to the driver, but to pedestrians and other motorists as well. Everyone can see the projections on the road, resulting in an overall safer driving experience. Other possibilities include showing a path for the driver to follow to ensure cyclists are passed at a safe distance.
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