Education and demonstration – Vehicle operator instruction or testing – Automobile or truck
Reexamination Certificate
1999-02-12
2001-05-08
Cheng, Joe H. (Department: 3713)
Education and demonstration
Vehicle operator instruction or testing
Automobile or truck
C434S064000, C434S238000, C434S258000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06227862
ABSTRACT:
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to systems and methods for training automobile drivers, and particularly, teenage drivers, how to drive automobiles with particular emphasis on safety issues.
Various techniques, systems and methods are available for providing driver education and training. Such training typically involves actual, behind the wheel driving, which may or may not be supplemented with classroom instruction. Also known are driving simulators in which images are displayed on a display device. A steering wheel, brake and accelerator are connected in a feedback loop such that under computer control, the image displayed varies as a function of the student's operation of the brake pedal, accelerator and steering wheel. Additional views, such as left side views, right side views and rear views may be provided within separate windows on the display device, or using separate display devices for views in addition to views simulating a forward view.
However, notwithstanding such training and education, over the years, there has not been a significant reduction in the accident rate of teenage drivers. It is believed that prior art techniques do not result in reductions in accident rates because although traditional training programs cover numerous topics, the various topics covered by prior art training programs are typically provided in a relatively superficial manner with no particular focus.
Further, such prior art driver education is typically provided prior to licensing. For this reason, content focuses on basic skills needed to pass the DMV Drivers License test. While certain safety skills may be taught, typically, there is little or no motivation for the student to learn such safety skills. Safety skills only become relevant after licensing and some driving experience.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
A system and method are disclosed for providing driver training and education, particularly targeted towards teenage drivers, but relevant to older, more experienced drivers as well. A system and method focus on six major areas that address both driving and lifestyle skills. The six major areas are i) lifestyle, ii) risk and benefit perception, iii) visual search, iv) speed adjustment, v) space management and vi) hazard recognition.
The present invention is directed to post licensing training and education. Content is embedded in a multi-faceted instructional framework using contemporary learning methods that work with teens using multi-media technologies and integrated and realistic subject matter rather than traditional textbook, linear approaches typical of the prior art.
Multimedia driving scenarios employ the technology of four independent cameras creating a realistic driving environment with three separate mirrors and the front windshield view. This allows for discrete user selections in each area, which is recorded and analyzed for diagnostic and remedial prescription.
The invented system and method encourages and enlists participation of the parents who are recognized as key agents in the development of safe driving practices. There is an ongoing assessment that provides feedback for remediation. Further, certification provides additional incentive for learning.
The invented method and system utilizes four main components, namely workout sessions, computer based training (CBT), parent-teen activities and a certification test.
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Advanced Drivers Education Products and Training, Inc.
Blakely & Sokoloff, Taylor & Zafman
Cheng Joe H.
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