System for prevention of texting while driving

摘要

A system for prevention of texting while driving is comprised of an always-on mobile application which is installed in the user's smartphone or other mobile electronic device, and a proximity sensor and transmitter which is preferably mounted on the steering column of the user's vehicle. The sensor detects any electronic device with the mobile application installed within a specific short distance, consistent with the user being seated in the driver's seat with the electronic device activated. The sensor transmits a periodic SMS text message which is received by the electronic device. The electronic device receives the text message, and the mobile application covers the visual display with a prohibitive message. Optionally, the mobile application may also disable the keys of the electronic device.

主权项

1. A system for prevention of texting while driving, comprising:
a mobile electronic device; an application installed on said mobile electronic device; said application always being active on said mobile electronic device; a proximity sensor with a transmitter;wherein said proximity sensor is installed within a vehicle, detects said mobile electronic device at a predetermined distance, detects whether the vehicle is in operation, and sends SMS text messages to said application which deactivates said mobile electronic device when said vehicle is in operation;wherein said proximity sensor repeats sending a SMS text message to said application at a predetermined interval;and wherein said application reactivates said mobile electronic device if no SMS text message is received within a second longer predetermined interval.