What is ADAS?
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) are technologies designed to enhance vehicle safety and improve the driving experience by assisting drivers with various tasks. These systems use sensors, cameras, and radar to detect potential hazards, monitor surroundings, and provide real-time alerts or automated responses. Common ADAS features include adaptive cruise control, lane departure warnings, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, and parking assistance. By reducing human error, ADAS helps prevent accidents and improve overall road safety. While some features provide warnings to drivers, others can take control of the vehicle in critical situations to avoid collisions.
What is ADAS Calibration?
ADAS calibration is the process of precisely aligning the sensors, cameras, and radar systems in a vehicle’s Advanced Driver Assistance Systems to ensure they function correctly. Calibration is necessary after windshield replacements, collisions, or repairs that may affect sensor positioning. There are two main types of calibration: static, which is performed in a controlled environment using specific targets, and dynamic, which requires driving the vehicle so sensors can recalibrate in real-world conditions. Proper calibration ensures that ADAS features like lane departure warnings, adaptive cruise control, and automatic braking work accurately. Misaligned sensors can lead to incorrect alerts or system malfunctions, potentially compromising safety. Because ADAS relies on precise data, even a small misalignment can impact performance.