Project BlackoutFleet: An integrated fleet and driver safety iOT platform utilising beacons and smartphones.
Lead Participant:
BLACKOUT TECHNOLOGIES GROUP LTD.
Abstract
The number of accidents caused by smartphone-distracted drivers has risen sharply over the last few years. Blackout wants to develop a IoT-enabled technology that allows to block all but emergency services and navigation on a smartphone while the vehicle is in motion. The aim of the grant is to deliver the solution in TRL6 after a test with professional LCV drivers.
Lead Participant | Project Cost | Grant Offer |
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| BLACKOUT TECHNOLOGIES GROUP LTD. | £442,173 | £ 300,678 |
Participant |
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| INNOVATE UK |
People |
ORCID iD |
| David Taylor (Project Manager) |