ADAS architecture
                     ADAS architecture
The ADAS architecture provides the abstraction of 
the sensors to the applications that need to use the 
data. This allows for more than just cameras to 
interface with an application, and also allows for 
various levels of information to be shown. The most 
basic level is very simple predictive warnings, but 
there is no limit as to how much detail can be shown 
for each sensor.
The ADAS-enabled SUV employs a series of 
sophisticated vision and hearing technologies 
— including multiple digital cameras, multi-
spectral sensors, and other specialized 
systems — designed to detect and avoid 
potential collisions with other vehicles, 
pedestrians, animals and objects in real time.
ADAS architecture is a core building block of all G-
Classes and often the first word in the name of its 
most advanced variants. It has been perfected by 
Mercedes-Benz engineers over decades and now 
combine with the most modern drive systems 
such as AIRSCARF neck-level heating and 
DISTRONIC PLUS adaptive cruise control.
A few years back, the definitive ADAS systems 
“menu” was based on SAE J3016 standard 
(which dates back to 2014 and has been 
revised twice since, in 2016 and 2018) which 
defines the six levels of driving automation from 
no automation (Level 0) to full automation 
(Level 5).
The focus has shifted from the 
technology view, which showed a 
roadmap of driving automation, into a 
pragmatic view that focuses on a range 
of effective driver assistance 
technologies that are making their way 
into most new vehicle models.
Automakers are moving from autonomous 
driving to integrated driving. Instead of 
focusing on single systems that automate part 
of the driving experience, manufacturers now 
think about and develop new adaptive and 
assistive technologies to optimize the driver's 
experience and improve road safety.
But what we're really here to talk about 
today is how automakers will shape the 
future of driving enjoyment in America. 
Part of that will be through innovative 
drivetrain and chassis development.
One of the most effective ways to generate 
more power is to create a longer stroke, 
which you can see when you look at our V6. 
Our 3.6 liter EcoBoost delivers 315 
horsepower and the award-winning F-150 
Lightning gets over 700 ponies by way of a 
supercharged 3.5 liter 5-cylinder engine.
Let us focus on the safety aspect 
and look at both regulation and 
rating systems. A good place to start 
is Europe, which is forward-thinking 
when it comes to vehicle safety.
Vehicle safety regulation in Europe has 
a long history and has proven to be 
effective in decreasing road fatalities in 
the region. In 2019, the number of 
fatalities was 58% lower than in 2000 
and 23% lower than in 2010.
Here are some key ADAS-related EU 
regulations that will come into force starting 
2022:
● Advanced Emergency Braking Systems
● Driver Monitoring
● Driver Drowsiness and Attention 
monitoring and Warning (DDAW)
● Advanced Distraction 
Recognition (ADR)
● Driver Readiness Monitoring for 
Automated Driving (DRMAD)
● Event Data Recorder
● Lane Keeping Assistance
● Intelligent Speed Assistance
● Vulnerable road user (VRU) 
detection and warning (heavy 
duty vehicles)