In-Car Display
Hazel Edmends
This project proposes a fully customisable windscreen system that replaces traditional glass with a high-resolution LED display, integrating 360-degree cameras, hazard detection, night vision, and adaptive filtering to eliminate sun glare and enhance visibility and safety for all vehicle occupants in any weather
Design Problem
The problem statement behind this design stems from a real-world issue: What can be designed to reduce sun glare while inside a vehicle, benefiting both passengers and the driver, to improve safety and comfort?
My design proposal is for an innovative windscreen system that replaces traditional glass with a high-resolution LED display. This system integrates 360-degree cameras, hazard detection, night vision, and adaptive filtering to eliminate sun glare and improve visibility in all weather conditions.
The display is fully customisable, allowing users to adjust brightness, contrast, and visual overlays based on driving conditions.
Description of the Project
I began by creating observational sketches in my design diary, which helped me identify the core problem.
Through research, I found that glare-related accidents are more common than I expected. My proposal addresses this issue directly while also opening up broader safety and design possibilities.
Collaboration with my instructional design team provided valuable feedback. After posting the design problem in a team chat, I captured answers and watched how they interpreted the problem and the solutions they came up with.
I realised that building a physical prototype wouldn’t fully capture the scope of what I was imagining, so I turned to digital tools to bring the idea to life in a more detailed and flexible way.
Process
About me
I am an Instructional Designer Supervisor and look after a team of designers. I have a passion for design and leadership, and I am working towards a bespoke degree, splitting my modules between these two areas to support my team better.