A system, method, and computer program are provided for enabling operation based on user authorization. In use, a first user is authenticated by receiving at least one first image based on a first set of sampling parameters, identifying at least one face associated with the at least one first image, and determining that the at least one face is an authorized user. Based on the authentication, the first user is permitted to access a first vehicle. Additionally, use of the first vehicle is verified for the first user, and in response to the verification, operation of the first vehicle by the first user is enabled.

Systems and methods are provided for processing an insurance claim using a target captured image. A motion-based event associated with a vehicle is detected. One or more images of the motion-based event are captured automatically using a vehicle sensor. The one or more images are stored in a data stored associated with the vehicle. A request for an insurance claim from a user is received. A user interface is presented that enables the user to select the one or more images stored in the data store for associating the images with the insurance claim. A selection is received of at least one target image of the one or more images. Processing of the insurance claim is facilitated along with the selected at least one target image for processing.

Systems and methods are provided to deter an intruder from approaching and damaging a vehicle. With the use of a plurality of cameras, the system captures images of a surrounding environment of a vehicle. The system then detects a first motion-based event and, in response, stores images from at least one of the plurality of cameras. The system then detects a second motion-based event, and, in response, performs a first defensive action. Further, systems and methods are provided to capture images around the vehicle and automatically select an image associated with the insurance claim.

A window-mounted system, apparatus, and method for securing one or more devices to a window of a vehicle or other similar property to collect data, display data, and/or utilize any function the device mounted may offer including surveilling a vehicle. The window-mounted system includes a mounting assembly connected to a surveillance assembly, wherein the mounting assembly engages an upper portion of a window of a vehicle or similar property. The surveillance portion provides an arrangement of unit cases, wherein each unit case retains a device for data collection, displaying data and/or surveilling a vehicle or property.

A system includes a vehicle cover, a mechanical tensioning device, a memory device, storing instructions, and one or more processors configured to execute instructions to perform the steps of a method to secure a vehicle. The mechanical tensioning device may include attachment means to attach the device to a wheel of the vehicle and means to attach a security cable of the vehicle cover integrated into a bottom edge of the vehicle cover to the mechanical tensioning device. The mechanical tensioning device may include a rotational reel connected to either a tensioning motor or a tensioning crank and optionally including either a mechanical bi-stable device or one or more sensors configured to monitor the tension of the security cable when engaged to the mechanical tensioning device. The processor may monitor for a change in tension and execute one or more security measures in response.

The invention relates to a processing unit, a system, and a computer-implemented method for a vehicle interior, for detecting and reacting to odors of a vehicle occupant.

The presented invention is a system and method for reposition detection of a shut down vehicle. The system gives alert when a parked vehicle has gone through incidences such as tire pressure gone down, flat tire, vehicle move by a small amount, or a complete vehicle reposition after it was parked at a place. In preferred embodiments, the system comprises at least an optical sensor, or LiDAR, or RADAR sensor, or their combination in any plurality and/or a GPS sensor, with all sensors mounted on the vehicle to capture images, distances, or positions of objects around the vehicle and/or GPS location of the vehicle, a controller with microprocessor and memory, and alert systems capable of playing or displaying alerts of audible, visual, and haptic formats. The method captures images, distances, or positions of objects around the vehicle and/or GPS location of the vehicle, which together is called sensor data; the said sensor data is processed to obtain analytics and scene features that are saved in memory before the vehicle shuts down. When the vehicle turns ON the next time, the method captures sensor data again and process the data to obtain analytics and scene features and then compares the current analytics and scene features with the analytics and scene features captured during the last vehicle shut down cycle. The comparison finds out if a translation and rotation to the vehicle has happened by a small amount or the vehicle has been completely repositioned. From the amount of translation and rotation, the method decides if the vehicle has low tire pressure, flat tire, or if the vehicle has been completely repositioned, or moved by a small amount and generates audible, visual, haptic signals accordingly to send to alert systems. The vehicle also generates low tire pressure, flat tire, or vehicle reposition signal to send to the vehicle system.

A face authentication system capable of flexibly coping with a change in a user's appearance and surrounding environment includes: a camera configured to acquire a first image for performing a face authentication process; and a controller configured to compare the first image with the at least one reference face image based on the face authentication process being started, determine a similarity score based on the first image being compared with the at least one reference face image, determine that face authentication may be successful in response to the similarity score being greater than a first threshold value, and register the first image as the at least one reference face image in response to the similarity score being greater than the first threshold value and less than a second threshold value.

The disclosed vehicle Camera System captures live video and audio to ensure driver protection. Vehicle Camera System introduces a novel, high-quality, vehicle camera system to be mounted on multiple parts of the vehicle, including on the dashboard, side-view mirrors, rear-view mirror, and rear of the vehicle. These cameras are activated as soon as the user pushes the wireless GPS tracking operator button down. The button is located on the inside of the steering wheel and enables the entire system with no abrupt movement. The Vehicle Camera System ensures a fully operational, vehicle camera recording system, and, therefore, guarantees that no victim is wrongfully convicted and is capable of providing exact evidence of the events that occur.

Techniques for interacting with authorized and unauthorized users by a door interface component are discussed herein. A vehicle computing device can implement the door interface component and/or an authentication component to control operation of a door of the vehicle or initiate a communication for assistance. For instance, the door interface component can include a button, that provides different visual indicators and functionality based on whether the user is authorized to enter the autonomous vehicle (e.g., open a door or provide visual indicators for the user to select to cause the door to open) or to request to move the vehicle, initiate hiring the vehicle, or call for help when the user is unauthorized to enter the autonomous vehicle.