Driver authentication system and method for monitoring and controlling vehicle usage

摘要

A driver authentication and safety system and method for monitoring and controlling vehicle usage by high-risk drivers. A centralized database comprising a software application can be accessed by an authorized user via a data communications network utilizing a remote computer in order to configure a desired operating profile that matches requirements of the high-risk driver. The operating profile can be loaded to a driver identification and data logging module in conjunction with the remote computer. A master control unit receives a unique identification code from the data logging device to authenticate the high-risk driver and to operate the vehicle within the desired operating profile. A slave control unit receives commands from the master control unit and generates a real time alarm signal if the driver violates the preprogrammed operating profile unique to the driver.

主权项

1. A driver authentication and monitoring system, comprising:
a wireless identification and data logging module; a master control unit in a motor vehicle for wirelessly authenticating at least one driver via said wireless driver identification and data logging module and associating an operating profile with said at least one driver; a GPS module providing at least location and speed information in association with movement of said motor vehicle; a data logging device recording vehicle operation data associated with a use of said motor vehicle by said at least one driver comprising at least said location and speed information from said GPS module; and a slave control unit in said motor vehicle and in communication with said master control unit, said slave control unit configured to receive commands from said master control unit and to generate an alarm signal if said at least one driver violates said operating profile unique to said at least one driver thereby providing feedback about said vehicle usage; wherein said master control unit permits said at least one driver to operate said vehicle within said operating profile if said master control unit receives at least one of a unique identification code to permit said at least one driver to operate said vehicle within said operating profile and said at least one driver has not violated said operating profile.