Beyond the Basics: Exploring Advanced Features of Modern Proximity Sensors

In the world of automotive technology and vehicular accessories, we have come a really long way from how things were a couple of decades ago. Today, the products designed by modern auto makers and vehicle accessory manufacturers are highly evolved and advanced, incorporating the latest technology and delivering solutions that make driving a safer and more comfortable experience. One notable innovation in this space is the advent of proximity sensors. Let us explore the fascinating origin story, evolution, and importance of proximity sensors for trucks, vans, trailers, RVs, and cars.

A brief history of proximity sensors

In the electronic sensor devices landscape, the earliest proximity sensors were first invented in the 20th century with a view to detect objects blocking one’s path and their distance from the sensor itself.

Used primarily as a safety measure, the auto industry was an early adopter of this remarkable technology and today it has become a staple in modern-day cars, trucks, vans, and industrial vehicles. Modern proximity sensors help drivers by providing driving, parking, and reversing assistance.

The importance of proximity sensors in fleet management

With some core principles of physics and electromagnetism at play, proximity sensors can easily detect an object and its approximate distance from them. The signal that a proximity sensor emits detects and interacts with the said object and relays this information back in the form of an audio or video signal. In the world of commercial transport, proximity sensors are widely used to provide vehicle drivers with accurate and reliable information about objects in the vehicle’s path so they can make informed decisions while maneuvering through streets or parking lots. Some proximity sensors also use infrared, ultrasonic, or capacitive technology, employing light or sound waves to

How does it work – The science behind proximity sensors

Given the many benefits that proximity sensors offer, it is no surprise that they have become a standard feature in new-age commercial vehicles. Fleet managers understand the highly advanced features of today’s proximity sensors that make them a must-have, including the following:

1. Comprehensive 360-degree view

Some of Rear View Safety’s proximity sensors are designed for 360-degree detection of objects and impediments, which can help reduce the number of blind spots that large vehicle drivers generally have to deal with.

2. Adaptive cruise control

This is an exceptional feature that allows your vehicle to adjust its speed automatically based on the distance and speed of the vehicle that is in front of you.

3.Mitigating collisions

Collision avoidance is perhaps the biggest priority for most fleet managers and hence, advanced proximity sensors are indispensable from that point of view because they can effectively alert the driver or intervene to prevent a potential collision.

With safety and risk mitigation at the top of every fleet owner’s list of priorities, the integration of a high-quality proximity sensor into your vehicle and its ability to work hand in hand with other accessories such as your truck dash camera makes life a whole lot easier.

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At Rear View Safety, we offer a selection of products that are specifically designed to help you ensure the well-being of your drivers and vehicles and cut down the risk of accidents substantially. Modern proximity sensors are no longer looked at as “just a parking assistance tool” – they are way more than that.

Create a safer and more productive driving space by investing in a smart proximity sensor system for your commercial vehicles. Explore our sensor systems here and take your pick today!

Our offerings under this umbrella include:

  • Wired backup sensors
  • Wireless backup sensors
  • Forward facing sensors
  • Blind spot sensors
  • Blind spot detection systems

You can also check out our state-of-the-art GEOTAB GPS trackers and truck dash cameras here.

The Rear View Safety Promise

At Rear View Safety, we put all our commercial-grade vehicle safety systems, sensor systems, and dash cameras through rigorous testing to deliver nothing less than the best. With a one-year warranty on our entire range of proximity sensors, dash cams, side cams, backup cams, 360-degree camera systems, and wireless cams, our team of experts and customer support professionals are always available on demand.

Founded in 2007 by a young entrepreneur in Brooklyn, NY, Rear View Safety was named after its mission statement: to provide rear view safety to every commercial vehicle, preventing risk to life and limb and protecting corporations' reputation and assets. Having been an industry leader in the backup cameras category for over a decade, we endeavor to make the roads a safer place by providing your drivers with high-quality and deeply personalized vehicle safety solutions.