Monitoring lane changes by motor vehicle involves using distance sensors to monitor semi-areas for whether vehicles/obstructions are located or approaching with critical speed in other lanes

摘要

The method involves using electronic detection of lane markings, whereby an acoustic and/or visual warning signal is generated in critical situations. Lane monitoring is combined with camera-aided electronic image evaluation of the semi-area in front of and/or behind the motor vehicle. Distance sensors (10) are used to monitor the semi-area for whether vehicles or obstructions are located or approaching with critical relative speed in the other lanes.