Name of the participant: Guillermo Reyes
Description of the IT research project: An HMI (Human-Machine Interface) is the part of a system that enables communication between man and machine. It provides all the control elements (input) that a human being needs to perform a task as well as all the information (output) that is required for this purpose. In the context of automobiles, an HMI refers to the primary task of a car (driving) and the operation of infotainment systems (secondary or tertiary tasks). Infotainment systems are systems that provide the driver with information and entertainment by means of audio, video, etc. and enable interaction by means of touch screen, gestures, speech, etc. HMIs play a major role in the driver’s experience and behavior in the car. They are responsible for ensuring that the driver and passengers receive information from the car and the environment. Driving is one of the most complex tasks a human being can perform. Driver behaviour is influenced by external (weather, traffic, roads) and internal (age, experience, psychological state) factors. Since people’s needs and preferences differ and situations can vary greatly, a single design of HMI that fits each person and situation is not optimal. An HMI should therefore continuously adapt to the situation and person. The goal of the project is the development of an adaptive and personalized HMI prototype in the car, which increases the “User Experience” (UX) of the driver. The HMI should adapt to the external factors and personal characteristics of the driver. The HMI can thus learn the driver’s habits over time and provide better support in every situation.
Software Campus partner: DFKI, IAV
Implementation period: 01.01.2020 – 31.12.2021