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Computer Integrated Manufacturing

I. Title: Active Headlight System



II. Description of Project:

The purpose of this project is to improve driving visibility at night on unpaved roads and during off-road conditions. On rough terrain, conventional headlight systems are often ineffective. The light beam emitted illuminates whatever the front of the car is pointing at. Which also means if a sudden dip is encountered the front end and the headlights of the car will be momentarily pointing at the ground. Likewise, if a bump is encountered, the headlights will be momentarily pointing upwards. Under these conditions conventional headlights do not illuminate the upcoming road, possibly creating a dangerous situation.
By automatically adjusting the aim of the headlights, the Active Headlight System will dramatically improve visibility at night. If the front end of the car dips down, the aim of the headlights will be adjusted upwards accordingly. And if the front end of the car points upwards, the aim of the hea...

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