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 vehicle control system, comprising:
a wireless identification and data logging module; a master control unit in a motor vehicle for wirelessly authenticating at least one occupant via said wireless driver identification and data logging module and associating an operating profile with said at least one occupant; a module for receiving 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 comprising at least said location and speed information received from said 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; wherein said master control unit provides operation governance of said vehicle within an operating profile.