The Different Types of Commercial Truck Cameras | Fleet-Eye

 One of the most difficult aspects of driving a commercial truck or semi truck is that you must always be aware of the conditions around you.

Blind spots in a large vehicle can be 30 feet behind it, 20 extra feet, two lanes on the passenger side, and one lane on the driver side.

When these vehicles change lanes, come to a complete stop, or make a turn, their blind spots can be especially dangerous.

Commercial Truck Camera Systems help fleet managers save money on their most expensive expense - fleet insurance - while also improving driver safety by reducing distracted driving by employees.

To remove blind spots, various types of cameras can be used, and it's also important to provide video proof to avoid being held liable for another's error in an accident.

What Exactly Are Blind Spots?

Blind spots are areas around the vehicle that are not visible to the driver, particularly when using mirrors. The visibility issue exists because drivers may be unaware of vehicles as they change lanes or turn, and vehicles may be unaware of what is going on around them.

Because truck drivers have larger mirrors than passenger car drivers, they can see what is on both sides of their trucks as well as to the rear.

As previously stated, commercial trucks have blind spots on the road.

The following are examples of commercial truck blind spots:

Approximately 20 feet directly in front of the cab. Before merging in front of a truck, make sure you're far enough ahead of them in your rearview mirror that you can see the top of their trailer.

For about 30 feet behind the truck's trailer. A truck driver cannot see what is directly behind or alongside them. If someone was following too closely and attempted to pass, the trucker may have missed them entirely.

Backward and diagonally, extending the length of the truck from one end to the other on both sides, around each axle.

Under And Behind The Driver's Window

Commercial trucks have more blind spots than passenger vehicles.

Passenger cars have mirrors on the driver's side to help drivers see what is behind the car in their blind spot or to turn their heads more easily to see what is out their side windows.

Semi-trucks have larger blind spots than other vehicles because:

Trucks do not have rearview mirrors.

Because trucks are higher, it is more difficult to see what is on the lower ground.

Consider semi-trucks, which have a total length of 80 to 100 feet or more and have a large blind spot for the driver. Trucks with trailers typically have an overall length of at least 100 feet, requiring truck drivers to learn how to avoid obstacles while changing lanes, turning, or moving their trucks. Truck drivers should take these precautions to avoid being involved in an accident.

What Exactly Are Truck Cameras, and Why Do You Need One?

A truck backup camera or Truck Camera Systems can give truck drivers and fleet managers more control over their fleet's safety by increasing visibility, reducing collisions, and lowering crash costs.

A truck dash camera records collisions and other driving hazards, providing video evidence to ensure fleet safety. Rear or side-mounted Truck Camera Systems are intended to reduce blind spots and the possibility of an accident if a vehicle is in its blind spot.

Let's take a look at some of the best camera options for safe driving.

Dash Camera on the Front

Front-facing dash Truck Camera Systems are intended to improve driver visibility by using a lens with a wide field of view (120-150 degree). They accomplish this by capturing high-quality video of the road ahead using a CMOS or CCD sensor.

The DVR Recording and Safety Camera Systems is easily mounted on the windshield and connects to an in-cab DVR or camera with a built-in black box, giving truck drivers and fleet managers immediate insight into their operations.

Drivers can also see real-time video feed from the front-facing camera if they install and connect it to an in-cab monitor, which aids drivers when making turns or allows them to constantly keep an eye on cyclists and pedestrians at roundabouts, for example, and allows you to see around corners at intersections.

Some front-facing dash cams use AI sensors to detect incidents and upload footage to an online dashboard, which integrates with Google Maps to provide fleet managers with video as well as position data.

Dash Camera with Dual View

Dual-facing Truck Camera Systems capture video from both inside and outside the truck, giving you a clear view of the road ahead as well as the cab.

• Designed to improve driver behaviour and assist fleet managers in identifying distracted or dangerous drivers. Later, distribute or share video recordings with drivers as a springboard for driver coaching.

• The DVR Recording and Safety Camera Systems is inactive when driving normally. The image from the camera will be displayed on the colour screen in your dash or a screen integrated into an aftermarket rearview mirror/monitor once you activate the turn signal.

• A quick glance at the camera image will tell you if there is someone behind you and whether it is safe to change lanes. The video image remains on the screen until the turn signal is turned off.

• Although the DVR Recording and Safety Camera Systems provides the driver with a clear view, it does necessitate that the driver remember to look at the monitor and comprehend the image, which may be difficult while navigating dense urban traffic.

Pedestrian Detection Cameras with Artificial Intelligence

The AI Pedestrian Detection Camera is the most recent technology that employs cutting-edge artificial intelligence and deep learning to assist operators/drivers in being more aware of pedestrians in all environments.

Capable of distinguishing between objects, vehicles, and pedestrians. Unlike radar-based detection systems, AI-powered detection camera technology uses an artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm to recognise moving and stationary pedestrians and warn the operator of potential hazards.

The in-cab screen displays the location of the pedestrian(s) and their distance from the vehicle, giving the operator greater confidence, increasing productivity, and significantly reducing incidents.

Onting Road Injuries

Numerous statistics highlight the dangers posed by blind spots. The European Union, in particular, has carried out extensive research on the subject.

The Transport and Environment Organization published a study on truck safety in 2016, focusing specifically on blind spots. One of the most dangerous situations for heavy vehicles is turning right while a cyclist is in their passenger side blind spot.

These types of collisions account for 15% to 20% of all bicycle fatalities on Danish roads, 9 cyclist fatalities per year in the Netherlands, and 23 cyclist fatalities in Germany in 2012.

As previously stated, there are many different types of DVR Recording and Safety Camera Systems that can be useful by providing truck drivers with a view that they would not normally have. However, they should not be the only view to use when backing up or turning.

Turning your head while using the side mirrors, review mirror, and back-up / side view camera improves visibility and reduces the possibility of accidents caused by truck and semi truck blind spots.