Automotive Sensory Systems

The rapidly growing need for mobility has brought with it a major challenge for improvement in the operation and utilization of automotive systems. The economic, environmental and safety constraints imposed on society by the rapid growth in the number of road vehicles, coupled with governmental road transport policies, necessitates substantial product development through the application of information technology. Essentially, this involves the enhancement of vehicles with sensors and sensory systems. This book provides a unique reference source to the state of the art in automotive sensors and sensory systems. Contributions from a wide array of international experts address all facets of the subject including: sensors for power plant and transmission, vehicle ride and comfort, security and safety sensory systems, driver behaviour modelling and information systems, vehicle navigation and communication, sensors for automotive manufacture, smart sensors and sensory systems.