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 device 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 master control unit in a motor vehicle for authenticating at least one driver via a driver identification and data logging device wherein master control unit receives a unique identification code to permit said at least one driver to operate said vehicle within an operating profile; and a slave control unit in a 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 at least one of 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.