ENSURING ADAS SAFETY
Logicar offers a range of calibration tools and services
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) technologies such as Blind Spot Monitoring, Adaptive Cruise Control, and Lane Departure Warning rely on cameras, radar, and sensors to provide timely alerts, braking assistance, and steering intervention.
Accurate calibration is essential to make sure these features operate with precision and ensure safety systems can detect, warn, and react correctly in real-world driving scenarios.
Misalignment or improper calibration of sensors can lead to malfunctioning safety features, such as failing to detect obstacles or providing inaccurate warnings.
This can severely compromise safety, as these systems are designed to act at critical moments to prevent accidents or minimise damage.
“At Logicar Australia, we prioritise equipping workshops with the latest ADAS calibration technology to help them maximise both their skillsets and business opportunities,” Logicar Chief Executive Officer, Colette Kirby, said.
“Partnering with Thinkcar, we offer cutting-edge hardware and software solutions that ensure workshops can quickly and accurately calibrate ADAS systems to OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) standards.
“Our Thinkcar Diagnostic Tool provides step-by-step guidance for calibrating ADAS systems on each specific vehicle, ensuring compliance with manufacturer requirements.
“The tool also includes a pre-scan and post-calibration report, streamlining the process for technicians. This approach not only improves safety but also enhances workshop efficiency.”
Environmental conditions like temperature, lighting, and road surfaces can significantly impact the accuracy of ADAS calibration. For example, some sensors may not function correctly in low light or extreme temperatures.
Technicians must be aware of these factors to ensure the calibration process is carried out under optimal conditions.
Logicar states using the right calibration equipment allows technicians to account for these variables, ensuring the system performs as designed.
“Our ADAS calibration frames are designed to support over 45 different types of target and pattern boards, ensuring precise camera-based calibrations for systems like AVM (All-View 360° Monitoring), FCM (Forward Collision Mitigation), and RCW (Rear Collision Warning),” Colette said.
“We also provide additional calibration accessories, such as radar/sonar reflectors, for systems like Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) and Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM).
“This range of tools ensures workshops can calibrate virtually any vehicle with ADAS technology, no matter the system.”
Logicar says it emphasises the importance of ongoing ADAS calibration training and encourage technicians to engage in personal research.
For more information, visit www.logicar.com.au or call Logicar on 1300 322 782.