Head-Up Displays in Urban Partially Automated Driving: Effects of Using Augmented Reality

Alexander Feierle, David Beller, Klaus Bengler

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Abstract

In partially automated driving the vehicle takes over lateral and longitudinal control in specific situations. The driver acts as a supervisor of the driving automation system, and must be able to intervene immediately if functional limits are reached. Therefore, the driver needs to be aware of actual and planned system actions. Due to the complexity of the urban traffic environment when compared with that of well-structured highways, optimized driver-vehicle interaction is essential. The choice of a suitable display seems to be a key factor, since most information is perceived visually while driving. A promising method for supporting the driver is an Augmented Reality Head-Up Display (ARHUD). An ARHUD visualizes information at its actual location in the primary field of view in contrast to a conventional Head-Up Display (HUD). To investigate the potential of an ARHUD in comparison with a HUD, 30 participants took part in a driving simulator study experiencing a partially automated journey supported by an ARHUD or a HUD in a within-subjects design. Results show significant differences in gaze behavior for the two display concepts. The ARHUD results significantly in higher trust and lower subjective workload compared to the HUD. However, no significant differences exist in usability.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2019 IEEE Intelligent Transportation Systems Conference, ITSC 2019
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages1877-1882
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)9781538670248
DOIs
StatePublished - Oct 2019
Event2019 IEEE Intelligent Transportation Systems Conference, ITSC 2019 - Auckland, New Zealand
Duration: 27 Oct 201930 Oct 2019

Publication series

Name2019 IEEE Intelligent Transportation Systems Conference, ITSC 2019

Conference

Conference2019 IEEE Intelligent Transportation Systems Conference, ITSC 2019
Country/TerritoryNew Zealand
CityAuckland
Period27/10/1930/10/19

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