ACAM – In-Cabin Monitoring Radar
A Whole-Cabin Solution for In-Vehicle Safety and Comfort
We believe that technology should serve people, which is why we strive to work on truly impactful things. Our team has used years of accumulated knowledge and experience to create a solution that protects what is the most valuable – our children.
More than a life presence sensor, ACAM brings safety, comfort, and innovation to the automotive industry.
What Is ACAM
(Automotive In-Cabin Monitoring)
ACAM (Automotive In-cabin Monitoring) is a smart contactless sensor for detection and classification of living beings inside a vehicle.
NOVELIC perception software stack combined with a radar sensor enables in-cabin monitoring with full interior coverage. ACAM does not require a line of sight to detect people and does not invade passenger privacy.
The physical radar sensor can be equipped with different signal processing software packages to cover a custom selection of in-cabin applications for passenger safety and comfort as well as vehicle and luggage protection.
Starting from 2025, Euro NCAP will reward up to 4 points to passenger vehicles with a Child Presence Detection system. ACAM provides a simple way to upgrade your vehicle to the highest-level rating, while providing first-class in-cabin sensing for commercial vehicles.
ACAM Platform Applications:
- Child Presence Detection – detects when a child is left unattended in a parked car
- Seat Occupancy Detection – detects which seats are occupied by humans (baby, child, or adult) and differentiates between living beings and objects
- Intrusion & Proximity Alert – detects unauthorized vehicle access attempts
- Vital Signs Monitoring – calculates the respiratory rate of every passenger, unaffected by obstacles such as thick clothes or blankets
- Life Presence Detection – real-time detection of humans and pets in the vehicle, ensuring various safety and comfort features
- Gesture Control – contactless control of in-vehicle functions via custom gestures
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ACAM Applications –
6 Powerful Features in a Single Solution
Child Presence Detection
The sensor detects if a child has been left unattended in a parked car and sends out a warning. ACAM has high sensitivity and can detect the tiniest of movement, like in sleeping babies. Thanks to its wide field, the sensor covers not only the seating area but the footwells as well. Starting from 2025, Euro NCAP will require vehicles to have a child presence detection solution to obtain the highest grade.
Features:
- Protects babies, toddlers, and children
- Covers the whole vehicle, including footwell areas
- Extensively tested in static and dynamic scenarios
- Enables quick response
- Euro NCAP compliant
Seat Occupancy Detection
ACAM detects which seats are occupied by human beings (baby, child, adult). The sensor can tell the difference between a living being and an inanimate object and is not triggered by luggage.
Features:
- Detects occupied seats in a vehicle
- No false positives caused by luggage
- One sensor covers the whole vehicle
Intrusion & Proximity Alert
The sensor detects any unauthorized attempt of entering a vehicle and sends out a warning. Thanks to its precision, ACAM does not get triggered by passers-by and only activates if a breach has occurred.
Features:
- Detects intrusion attempts
- Protects the vehicle and the property inside
- Fast response warning
Vital Signs Monitoring
ACAM calculates the respiration rate of each passenger per occupied seat and can be modified to detect the heart rate frequency as well. This solution can be used for healthcare monitoring and statistical evaluation. The sensor isn’t affected by thick layers of clothes, blankets, or similar obstacles.
Features:
- Calculates the respiration rate of each passenger
- Unaffected by obstacles like blankets
- Heart rate frequency monitoring
Life Presence Detection
The sensor can detect not only human beings but pets and animals as well. Life presence detection senses any life form in the vehicle’s cabin, luggage compartment, or the third-row area in vans.
Features:
- Detects in-cabin life presence (humans, pets)
- Covers the whole vehicle
- Real-time detection and monitoring
Gesture Control
Powered by complex machine learning algorithms, ACAM enables contactless control of in-vehicle features (infotainment, windows, etc.). By using predefined or custom hand gestures, the driver can keep their eyes on the road and stay focused. Gesture control improves safety and simplifies vehicle operation.
Features:
- Contactless in-vehicle control
- Advanced machine learning algorithms
- Preset or custom gestures
- Improved driving comfort
NOVELIC Seat Occupancy Detection
What Sets ACAM Apart
Shorter time to market – B-sample maturity level lets Tier 1 companies shorten their RFQ timeline
Flexibility – seamless integration with Tier 1 offering, development tailored to client’s demands
Multifunctionality – a single solution for multiple applications
Safety – protects your family, pets, and property
Privacy – completely anonymous and unintrusive
Accuracy – minimal false alarm rate
Speed – real-time monitoring with a quick response
Reliability – works in all lighting conditions, unaffected by luggage or textile
Cost savings – maximum performance with a minimal number of antennas
Small size – compact and easy to install without affecting interior vehicle design
Low power – optimized to consume a low amount of power
Euro NCAP compliance – adheres to the latest NCAP requirements
